Description
Product Overview
The EXPI9402PFBLK Intel Pro/1000 PF Dual Port Server Adapter is a network interface card designed for use in servers and workstations. This adapter is built on the PCI Express x4 interface and provides dual-port connectivity for 1000Base-SX Ethernet networks. In this article, we will discuss the features and specifications of the EXPI9402PFBLK Intel Pro/1000 PF Dual Port Server Adapter in detail.
PCI Express x4 Interface
The EXPI9402PFBLK Intel Pro/1000 PF Dual Port Server Adapter is designed to work with the PCI Express x4 interface. PCI Express is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard that provides higher bandwidth and faster data transfer rates compared to older PCI and AGP interfaces. The PCI Express x4 interface provides four lanes of serial data transfer and supports data transfer rates of up to 4 Gbps in each direction.
1000Base-SX Ethernet Network
The EXPI9402PFBLK Intel Pro/1000 PF Dual Port Server Adapter is designed to work with 1000Base-SX Ethernet networks. 1000Base-SX is a standard for gigabit Ethernet over multimode fiber optic cabling. This standard supports data transfer rates of up to 1 Gbps and a maximum cable distance of up to 550 meters. The 1000Base-SX standard uses the 850 nm wavelength for transmitting data over multimode fiber optic cabling.
Dual Port Connectivity
The EXPI9402PFBLK Intel Pro/1000 PF Dual Port Server Adapter provides dual-port connectivity for 1000Base-SX Ethernet networks. Dual-port connectivity allows the server or workstation to connect to two separate networks or two separate segments of the same network. This provides redundancy and failover capabilities, allowing the system to continue to function even if one port or network segment fails.
Intel Pro/1000 PF Controller
The EXPI9402PFBLK Intel Pro/1000 PF Dual Port Server Adapter is built around the Intel Pro/1000 PF controller. The Intel Pro/1000 PF is a highly integrated gigabit Ethernet controller that provides advanced features and functionality for server and workstation applications. The Intel Pro/1000 PF controller is designed to provide high performance and low latency for demanding network applications.
Low Profile Design
The EXPI9402PFBLK Intel Pro/1000 PF Dual Port Server Adapter features a low profile design, which allows it to fit into servers and workstations with limited space. The low profile design also allows the adapter to be used in servers and workstations with small form factors or blade configurations. The adapter comes with a standard bracket for full-height installations and a low profile bracket for small form factor installations.
Virtualization Support
The EXPI9402PFBLK Intel Pro/1000 PF Dual Port Server Adapter provides support for virtualization technologies such as VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V. This allows the server or workstation to be partitioned into multiple virtual machines, each with its own network connection. Virtualization support also allows for the creation of virtual networks, which can be used for testing and development purposes.
Advanced Network Features
The EXPI9402PFBLK Intel Pro/1000 PF Dual Port Server Adapter provides advanced network features such as Intel Virtualization Technology for Connectivity (VT-c), which allows for the efficient allocation of network resources to virtual machines. The adapter also provides support for Intel I/O Acceleration Technology (I/OAT), which improves network performance by offloading data processing tasks from the CPU to the network controller.
General Information about the Intel EXPI9402PFBLK
- Manufacturer: Intel
- Manufacturer Part Number: I350T4
- Product Type: Gigabit Ethernet Card
- Total Number Of Ports: 2
- Form Factor : Plug-in Card
Physical Characteristics
- Height : 4.7″
- Width : 5.1″
Networking
- Data Link Protocol : Gigabit Ethernet
- Network Technology : 1000Base-SX
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces/Ports Details : PCI-Express
