Description
Compatibility Systems
The HPE Flexfabric 10GB 2-Port 554flb Network Adapter is designed to be fully compatible with a range of HPE ProLiant servers. This includes the HPE ProLiant DL and BL servers, as well as the HPE ProLiant ML and SL servers. The adapter is also compatible with HPE BladeSystem c-Class enclosures, which makes it a versatile adapter that can be used in a variety of network environments.
The HPE Flexfabric 10GB 2-Port 554flb Network Adapter is designed to work with standard PCI Express 2.0 x8 interfaces, which makes it compatible with a wide range of third-party systems that support this interface. However, to ensure full compatibility with specific systems, it is important to check the compatibility lists provided by HPE and the system manufacturer before installing the adapter.
The adapter is also designed to work with a range of operating systems, including Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESX, and Citrix XenServer. HPE provides drivers and firmware updates for these operating systems, which helps to ensure that the adapter is fully supported and optimized for performance and reliability.
Features and Benefits
The HPE Flexfabric 10GB 2-Port 554flb Network Adapter is a high-performance network adapter designed to provide reliable and scalable networking capabilities for HPE ProLiant servers. Here are some of the key features and benefits of this adapter:
- High-speed networking: The adapter supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) speeds, which provides high-speed networking capabilities for data-intensive applications and workloads. This enables faster data transfer rates and reduced latency, which can help to improve application performance and user experience.
- Scalability: The adapter supports a range of advanced networking features, including virtualization, traffic management, and quality of service (QoS). This enables administrators to scale network resources to meet the needs of growing workloads and applications, and to optimize network performance based on specific application requirements.
- Flexible connectivity: The adapter supports both SFP+ and RJ45 connectors, which enables administrators to connect to a wide range of networking devices and infrastructure. This provides flexibility in terms of network design and deployment, and can help to reduce infrastructure costs by enabling the use of existing networking equipment.
- Energy efficiency: The adapter includes advanced power management features, which enable administrators to optimize power usage and reduce energy costs. This includes support for Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE), which can help to reduce power consumption during periods of low network activity.
- High availability: The adapter includes advanced failover and load balancing capabilities, which enable administrators to ensure high availability and fault tolerance for critical network applications and workloads. This includes support for link aggregation and failover, which can help to ensure that network traffic is automatically routed to an available network path in the event of a network failure.
- Advanced management: The adapter includes a range of management and monitoring features, which enable administrators to simplify the installation, configuration, and management of the adapter in HPE environments. This includes support for HPE Systems Insight Manager (SIM), HPE Intelligent Provisioning, and HPE OneView, which provide centralized management and monitoring capabilities for HPE servers and storage devices.
Deployment and Configuration
The deployment and configuration of the HPE Flexfabric 10GB 2-Port 554flb Network Adapter is a relatively straightforward process that can be performed by experienced network administrators. Here are some key considerations for deploying and configuring this adapter:
- Hardware installation: The adapter is designed to be installed in a standard PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface, which is available on a range of HPE ProLiant servers. The adapter comes with two SFP+ ports and two RJ45 ports, which provide flexibility in terms of network connectivity. It is important to follow the installation instructions provided by HPE to ensure that the adapter is installed correctly and securely.
- Software installation: The adapter requires drivers and firmware to be installed on the server in order to function properly. HPE provides these drivers and firmware updates on their website, along with installation instructions. It is important to download the correct drivers and firmware for the specific operating system and server model that the adapter is being installed on.
- Configuration: Once the adapter is installed and the drivers and firmware are installed, it can be configured using the server’s operating system network configuration tools. This includes configuring IP addresses, subnet masks, default gateways, and other network settings. The adapter also supports advanced networking features, such as virtualization, traffic management, and QoS, which can be configured using the operating system’s network configuration tools or HPE-specific management tools.
- Management and monitoring: The adapter can be managed and monitored using a range of HPE-specific management tools, including HPE Systems Insight Manager (SIM), HPE Intelligent Provisioning, and HPE OneView. These tools provide centralized management and monitoring capabilities for HPE servers and storage devices, which can help to simplify the configuration and management of the adapter in large-scale environments.
General Information
- Manufacturer: HPE
- MPN: 647586-B21
- Type: Networking
- Spare Part Number: 649940-001
- SKU: 647586-B21
- Sub-Type: Network Adapter 10 Gigabit
- Interface (Bus) Type : Pci Express 2.0 X8
- Processor : 1 – Emulex
- Ram : 128 MB
Networking
- Connectivity Technology : Wired
- Cabling Type : Ethernet 10Gbase-Kr
- Data Link Protocol : 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Fibre Channel Over Ethernet (Fcoe)
- Data Transfer Rate : 10 GBPS
Processor/Memory
- Processor: 1 Emulex
- RAM: 128 MB
Miscellaneous
- Compliant Standards: VCCI, ICES-003, UL 60950, MIC, AS/NZS 3548, FCC CFR47 Part 15, WEEE, RoHS
Compatibility Information
- HPE ProLiant BL460c Gen8, WS460c Gen8, WS460c Gen8 Graphics Expansion
