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Dell 430-2686 1 x Port 10GbE PCI Express Network Interface Card
- 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) speed
- Single port configuration
- PCI Express (PCIe) interface
- High-speed data transfer
- Ideal for servers and workstations
- Supports demanding network applications
- Enhances network throughput and reduces latency
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Product Overview
The Dell 430-2686 is a high-performance 10GbE PCI Express Network Interface Card (NIC). It offers a single port for 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, enabling significantly faster data transfer rates compared to standard Gigabit Ethernet. This NIC is designed for servers and workstations requiring high-speed network access for demanding applications.
Technical Information
| Port Count | 1 |
| Speed | 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) |
| Interface | PCI Express (PCIe) |
Additional Specifications
| Connector Type | SFP+ (assumed for 10GbE, though not explicitly stated) |
| Manufacturer | Dell |
| Part Number | 430-2686 |
Product Description
The Dell 430-2686 Network Interface Card is engineered to deliver exceptional network performance for environments that demand high bandwidth and low latency. With its single 10 Gigabit Ethernet port, this card provides a substantial upgrade over traditional Gigabit Ethernet, enabling faster data transfers, quicker access to storage, and improved performance for virtualization and high-performance computing workloads. The PCIe interface ensures a high-bandwidth connection to the host system, maximizing the potential of the 10GbE connection. This NIC is an ideal choice for servers, high-end workstations, and storage area networks (SANs) where network bottlenecks can significantly impact productivity. Applications such as large file transfers, video editing, database operations, and high-frequency trading benefit immensely from the increased throughput. The Dell 430-2686 is designed for reliability and efficiency, ensuring consistent network connectivity under heavy loads. Installation is typically straightforward via a compatible PCI Express slot on the motherboard. The card is designed to be compatible with Dell server and workstation platforms, though it may also function in other systems with appropriate drivers. By equipping your system with this 10GbE NIC, you are investing in future-proof network infrastructure that can handle the ever-increasing demands of modern data-intensive applications and services.