Description
Network Expansion and Connectivity
Network Expansion and Connectivity is an essential aspect of any network infrastructure, especially for organizations that need to support large-scale data transfer and communication requirements. The HP 2-Ports 10GBPS PCI Express G2 Host Channel Network Adapter for c-Class BladeSystem is a powerful networking solution that provides high-speed connectivity, increased bandwidth, and scalability for organizations that need to expand their network infrastructure.
One of the key benefits of the HP 2-Ports 10GBPS PCI Express G2 Host Channel Network Adapter is its ability to support high-speed connectivity. With support for speeds of up to 10Gbps, this adapter is designed to provide fast, reliable connections for data transfer and communication. This high-speed connectivity is critical for organizations that need to transfer large amounts of data quickly, such as those in the financial, healthcare, or scientific industries.
Another benefit of the HP 2-Ports 10GBPS PCI Express G2 Host Channel Network Adapter is its increased bandwidth. The adapter can handle more data and provide faster transfer rates, which leads to improved network performance. This increased bandwidth is especially important for organizations that need to support high-volume data transfer requirements, such as data backup and recovery, video streaming, and virtualization.
Scalability is another critical aspect of the HP 2-Ports 10GBPS PCI Express G2 Host Channel Network Adapter. The adapter can support multiple connections, and administrators can easily scale it to meet the needs of growing networks. This feature makes it an ideal solution for organizations that need to support future growth and expansion.
The adapter also provides reduced latency, which is important for organizations that require low-latency connections for high-performance applications. Reduced latency ensures that data is transmitted quickly and efficiently, without delay, making it an ideal solution for organizations that use high-performance applications such as virtualization, video streaming, and cloud computing.
Easy installation and configuration are also important features of the HP 2-Ports 10GBPS PCI Express G2 Host Channel Network Adapter. Administrators can quickly install and configure the adapter, saving time and effort. The adapter is also compatible with a wide range of servers and operating systems, ensuring it can be used in a variety of environments.
Finally, the adapter comes with monitoring and management tools that help administrators monitor and manage network connections and ensure optimal performance. These tools are critical for organizations that need to maintain high levels of network performance and availability.
Security and Access Control
The HP 2-Ports 10GBPS PCI Express G2 Host Channel Network Adapter for c-Class BladeSystem (516937-B21) comes with various security and access control features that ensure data protection and prevent unauthorized access.
One of the security features of this network adapter is the Integrated Media Access Control (MAC) Address Security that helps prevent unauthorized access to the network by allowing administrators to define a list of MAC addresses that are allowed to access the network. This feature ensures that only authorized devices are allowed to communicate with the network, thereby enhancing the network’s security.
Another security feature of the network adapter is the Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) that helps in protecting against network failures by allowing the adapter to link with another adapter, switch or server to provide redundancy and increase bandwidth availability. The LACP feature also ensures that data is transmitted securely and reliably across the network, minimizing the risk of data loss or corruption.
Access control is another important aspect of security, and the HP 2-Ports 10GBPS PCI Express G2 Host Channel Network Adapter for c-Class BladeSystem includes features such as user authentication and access control lists (ACLs) to enhance security. The adapter supports multiple authentication mechanisms such as RADIUS, TACACS+, and Secure Shell (SSH) to ensure that only authorized users can access the network. Additionally, the adapter supports ACLs that allow administrators to define policies that determine what types of traffic are allowed or denied on the network. This feature ensures that only authorized users can access network resources and reduces the risk of network attacks or data breaches.
Easy Management and Monitoring
The HP 2-Ports 10GBPS PCI Express G2 Host Channel Network Adapter for c-Class BladeSystem (516937-B21) comes with several features that make management and monitoring of the adapter and the network easy and efficient.
One of the management features of this adapter is the HP Systems Insight Manager (SIM) that provides a centralized management interface for managing servers, storage, and network devices. With the HP SIM, administrators can monitor the performance and health of the adapter and the network from a single console, making it easy to manage and troubleshoot network issues.
The adapter also comes with HP Onboard Administrator (OA) that provides remote management and monitoring capabilities for the blade system. With the OA, administrators can perform firmware updates, configure network settings, and monitor the health and performance of the blade system from a remote location.
The adapter supports Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) that allows network administrators to manage and monitor the adapter and the network from a single console. SNMP provides a standardized method for collecting and organizing information about network devices, making it easy for administrators to monitor the performance and health of the adapter and the network.
The adapter also supports various diagnostic and troubleshooting tools that make it easy to diagnose and resolve network issues. The adapter comes with built-in diagnostics that can be used to test the adapter and identify any hardware issues. Additionally, the adapter supports various network diagnostic tools such as ping, traceroute, and netstat that can be used to diagnose network issues and determine the source of the problem.
General Information about this HPE 518001-001
- Manufacturer: HPE
- Model Number or SKU# 518001-001
- Product Type: Network Adapter
Performance of 2 Ports Adapter
- Total Number of Ports 2
- Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Data Link Protocol: 10 GigE
- Form Factor: Plug-in Card
- Interface (Bus) Type: PCI Express
Compatibility PCI Express Adapter
- HPE ProLiant DL Series: DL160 G5, DL160 G5p, DL160se G6, DL165 G5, DL165 G5p, DL165 G5p Base, DL165 G5p Efficiency, DL165 G5p Entry, DL165 G5p Performance, DL165 G6, DL165 G7 Performance, DL185 G5, DL360 G7, DL360 G7 Base, DL360 G7 Entry, DL360 G7 Performance, DL380 G7, DL380p Gen8, DL380p Gen8 Base, DL380p Gen8 Entry, DL380p Gen8 High Performance, DL380p Gen8 Special, DL385 G6 Performance, DL580 G7, DL580 G7 Base, DL580 G7 High Performance, DL585 G7, DL585 G7 Base, DL585 G7 Performance
- HPE ProLiant SL Series: SL160s G6, SL165s G7.
