Dell 0KYX68 10GBase-T AT2 PCIe 2.0 x8 Plug-In Card LP Network Adapter

Product Description

The Dell 0KYX68 is a high-speed network adapter card that brings 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity to servers and workstations using standard copper cabling. This adapter utilizes the 10GBase-T standard, which allows for 10 Gbps speeds over familiar RJ-45 connectors, typically requiring Cat 6a or Cat 7 Ethernet cables for optimal performance up to 100 meters. This makes upgrading to 10GbE significantly more cost-effective and simpler for environments already equipped with copper infrastructure, as it avoids the need for fiber optic transceivers and cabling. Featuring a PCIe 2.0 x8 interface, the 0KYX68 provides ample bandwidth to support the full 10 Gbps throughput of the network port, ensuring that the network adapter does not become a bottleneck for data-intensive applications. The card is often designed in a low-profile (LP) form factor, making it suitable for installation in a wider range of server chassis, including smaller rack-mount or blade systems, with an included full-height bracket for standard slots. It also typically offers backward compatibility with Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T) and Fast Ethernet (100BASE-TX) speeds, allowing for seamless integration into existing networks during migration. This adapter is commonly based on chipsets like the Intel X540, known for their reliability and performance features, including energy-efficient Ethernet (EEE) and support for jumbo frames. The Dell 0KYX68 is an excellent choice for upgrading network infrastructure in environments such as SMBs, enterprise data centers, and workstations that require high-speed connectivity for tasks like large file transfers, storage access, and high-definition media streaming, leveraging existing copper cabling investments.