Description
Introduction to the PCI-X Adapter
The AD385A HPE Pci-X 266mhz 10GBE-Sr Adapter is a high-performance network interface card designed for use in servers and workstations. It is a PCI-X 2.0 adapter that provides a 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) interface, using short-range fiber optic cabling with an LC connector.
The AD385A offers high-speed connectivity for bandwidth-intensive applications, such as large file transfers, video streaming, and data center networking. It supports full-duplex operation and can handle a high volume of network traffic with low latency.
The AD385A is compatible with various operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and VMware, and can be used in a variety of server and workstation platforms. It is also hot-swappable, meaning it can be replaced or installed without shutting down the system, which makes it a convenient and flexible solution for network upgrades or maintenance.
Advantages of Upgrading
Upgrading to the AD385A HPE Pci-X 266mhz 10GBE-Sr Adapter can provide several advantages, including:
- Increased network bandwidth: The AD385A adapter provides a 10 Gigabit Ethernet interface, which is significantly faster than standard 1 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces. This increased bandwidth can improve network performance for bandwidth-intensive applications, such as data center networking and large file transfers.
- Reduced network latency: The AD385A adapter has low latency, which means it can quickly process and transmit network data. This can improve the overall responsiveness and performance of network applications, particularly those that require real-time data transfer or high levels of interactivity.
- Improved network reliability: The AD385A adapter supports full-duplex operation, which means it can transmit and receive data simultaneously. This can reduce the likelihood of data collisions and other network errors, resulting in improved network reliability.
- Enhanced scalability: The AD385A adapter can support multiple virtual LANs (VLANs), which can be used to segment the network and improve traffic management. This can enhance network scalability by enabling administrators to allocate network resources more effectively and efficiently.
- Future-proofing: The AD385A adapter is a high-performance network adapter that supports modern networking standards and protocols. By upgrading to this adapter, organizations can future-proof their network infrastructure and ensure that it is capable of supporting the latest network applications and technologies.
Managing and Monitoring
The AD385A HPE Pci-X 266mhz 10GBE-Sr Adapter can be managed and monitored using various tools and utilities provided by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) and other third-party vendors. Here are some examples:
- HPE System Management Homepage: This web-based tool provides a centralized view of system health and performance, including network adapter status and configuration. It allows administrators to configure adapter settings, view network statistics, and set up alerts for critical events.
- HPE OneView: This management platform provides a comprehensive view of the entire IT infrastructure, including network adapters. It allows administrators to monitor adapter status, configure settings, and perform firmware updates from a single interface.
- HPE Intelligent Provisioning: This utility allows administrators to set up and configure new servers, including network adapters, quickly and easily. It provides a step-by-step wizard that guides administrators through the configuration process, ensuring that adapters are configured correctly.
- Third-party monitoring tools: There are many third-party tools available for monitoring network performance and managing network adapters. These tools can provide additional functionality, such as network mapping, traffic analysis, and event correlation.
- Command line interface (CLI): The AD385A adapter can be managed using a CLI, which allows administrators to configure adapter settings and view network statistics from a command prompt. This is useful for automating tasks and integrating the adapter into custom management scripts.
General Information
- Manufacturer: HPE
- Part Number: AD385A
- Type: Networking
- Sub-Type: 10 Gigabit
- Form Factor : Plug-In Card
- Interface (Bus) Type : Pci-X / 266 MHz
- Bus Voltage : 3.3 V
Networking
- Connectivity Technology : Wired
- Cabling Type : Ethernet 10gbase-Sr
- Data Link Protocol : 10 Gigabit Ethernet
- Features : Jumbo Frames Support
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces : 1 X Network – Ethernet 10base-T/100base-Tx/1000base-T – Rj-45
- Compatible Slots : 1 X Pci-X / 266 MHz
