Description
SFP28 Transceiver Module Options for HPE Ethernet
The HPE Ethernet Adapter 867328-B21 HPE is designed to support SFP28 (Small Form-factor Pluggable 28) transceiver modules, which are hot-pluggable, compact optical transceivers used to transmit and receive data over optical fiber cables. The adapter has two SFP28 ports, allowing for flexible network connectivity options.
There are several SFP28 transceiver module options available for use with the HPE Ethernet Adapter 867328-B21 HPE, including:
- HPE 25G SFP28 SR Transceiver: This transceiver supports short-range connections of up to 100 meters over multimode fiber.
- HPE 25G SFP28 LR Transceiver: This transceiver supports long-range connections of up to 10 kilometers over single-mode fiber.
- HPE 25G SFP28 ER Transceiver: This transceiver supports extended-range connections of up to 30 kilometers over single-mode fiber.
- HPE 25G SFP28 LRM Transceiver: This transceiver supports long-range multimode connections of up to 220 meters, making it suitable for use in data center environments.
- SFP28 transceiver modules: The HPE Ethernet Adapter 867328-B21 HPE also supports third-party SFP28 transceiver modules, allowing for greater flexibility and choice in selecting transceivers.
When selecting an SFP28 transceiver module for use with the HPE Ethernet Adapter 867328-B21 HPE, it is important to ensure compatibility with the adapter, as well as with the network environment and the specific requirements for the intended use case. It is also recommended to follow the installation and configuration guidelines provided by HPE, as well as any relevant industry standards or best practices for optical transceiver usage.
VLAN Support and Configuration
The HPE Ethernet Adapter 867328-B21 HPE supports VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) technology, which allows for the creation of logical networks within a physical network infrastructure. VLANs can help to improve network security, performance, and management by allowing for greater control and segmentation of network traffic.
To configure VLANs with the HPE Ethernet Adapter 867328-B21 HPE, there are several options and settings to consider, including:
- VLAN tagging: The adapter supports both VLAN tagging and untagged VLAN configurations. In a tagged VLAN configuration, each packet is assigned a VLAN ID that identifies the virtual network it belongs to. This allows for multiple VLANs to coexist on the same physical network infrastructure.
- VLAN modes: The adapter supports several VLAN modes, including access mode, trunk mode, and hybrid mode. Access mode is used for connecting to a single VLAN, while trunk mode is used for connecting to multiple VLANs. Hybrid mode allows for both access and trunk modes to be used on the same port.
- VLAN priority: The adapter supports VLAN priority settings, which can be used to prioritize traffic within a VLAN. This can be useful for ensuring that certain types of traffic, such as voice or video traffic, receive priority over other types of traffic.
- VLAN configuration tools: HPE provides several configuration tools for VLAN configuration, including HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) and HPE OneView. These tools can simplify VLAN configuration and management in large network environments.
When configuring VLANs with the HPE Ethernet Adapter 867328-B21 HPE, it is important to ensure compatibility with the network environment, as well as any relevant industry standards or best practices for VLAN usage. It is also recommended to follow the installation and configuration guidelines provided by HPE.
Network Virtualization and Overlay Support
The HPE Ethernet Adapter 867328-B21 HPE supports network virtualization and overlay technologies, which allow for the creation of virtual network infrastructures that are decoupled from the underlying physical network infrastructure. This can provide several benefits, including improved network flexibility, scalability, and security.
To support network virtualization and overlay technologies, the HPE Ethernet Adapter 867328-B21 HPE includes support for technologies such as VXLAN (Virtual Extensible LAN) and NVGRE (Network Virtualization using Generic Routing Encapsulation). These technologies allow for the creation of virtual network overlays that can span multiple physical network segments.
To configure network virtualization and overlay with the HPE Ethernet Adapter 867328-B21 HPE, there are several options and settings to consider, including:
- Overlay protocols: The adapter supports VXLAN and NVGRE overlay protocols, which allow for the encapsulation of virtual network traffic within a transport network.
- Overlay networks: Virtual network overlays can be created by configuring virtual networks with specific VXLAN or NVGRE identifiers. This allows for the creation of virtual network segments that are isolated from other virtual network segments, even if they share the same physical network infrastructure.
- Network virtualization tools: HPE provides several tools for network virtualization, including HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) and HPE OneView. These tools can simplify the configuration and management of virtual network overlays in large network environments.
When configuring network virtualization and overlay with the HPE Ethernet Adapter 867328-B21 HPE, it is important to ensure compatibility with the network environment, as well as any relevant industry standards or best practices for network virtualization and overlay usage. It is also recommended to follow the installation and configuration guidelines provided by HPE.
General Information about the HPE 867328-B21
- Manufacturer: HPE
- Part Number or SKU# 867328-B21
- Product Type : Network Adapter
Technical Information
- Form Factor : Plug-In Card – Low Profile
- Pci Specification Revision : Pcie 3.0
- Ports : 25 Gigabit Sfp28 X 2
- Connectivity Technology : Wired
- Data Link Protocol : 10 GIGE, 25 Gigabit Lan
- Data Transfer Rate : 25 GBPS
