Dell 08932R 2 x Ports Giganet PCI 64/32B Network Host Bus Adapter for PowerEdge 6350

Product Description

The Dell 08932R is a dual-port Gigabit Ethernet Network Host Bus Adapter (HBA) that utilizes the PCI bus interface, supporting both 64-bit and 32-bit configurations. This adapter is specifically engineered for integration into Dell PowerEdge 6350 servers, providing enhanced and reliable network connectivity. With two Gigabit Ethernet ports, it allows the server to connect to two separate network segments or to implement link aggregation for increased bandwidth and redundancy, crucial for demanding server environments. As a Host Bus Adapter, the 08932R is designed to offload network processing tasks from the server's main CPU, thereby improving overall system performance. This is particularly beneficial in environments where the server handles a high volume of network traffic, such as file servers, web servers, or application servers. The PCI interface, while an older standard, was common in servers of the era for which the PowerEdge 6350 was designed, ensuring compatibility and functionality. This network adapter plays a key role in ensuring efficient data transfer between the server and the network. The dual-port capability offers flexibility in network design, allowing for direct server-to-server connections, connection to different network switches, or the implementation of failover configurations. For the Dell PowerEdge 6350, the 08932R serves as a vital component for establishing robust and high-performance network communications.