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Dell 540-10824 X520-DA2 Dual-Ports 10GbE SFP+ PCIe Network Adapter
- Dual SFP+ ports for 10GbE connectivity
- Intel X520-DA2 controller
- PCI-Express x8 interface for high bandwidth
- Supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) speeds
- Designed for servers and high-performance workstations
- Provides high throughput and low latency networking
- Hot-pluggable SFP+ modules for flexible fiber optic connections
- Ideal for virtualization, storage, and data-intensive applications
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Key specifications
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- Network Adapter
- Interface
- PCI-Express x8
- Ports
- 2 x SFP+
- Data Rate
- 10 Gbps per port
- Controller
- Intel X520-DA2
- Form Factor
- PCIe Add-in Card
Product details
The Dell 540-10824 X520-DA2 is a dual-port 10GbE network adapter designed for high-performance computing environments. It features two SFP+ ports and connects via a PCI-Express x8 interface, providing robust network connectivity for servers and workstations. This adapter is ideal for applications requiring high bandwidth and low latency.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Network Adapter |
| Interface | PCI-Express x8 |
| Ports | 2 x SFP+ |
| Data Rate | 10 Gbps per port |
Additional Specifications
| Controller | Intel X520-DA2 |
| Form Factor | PCIe Add-in Card |
| Brand | Dell |
| Part Number | 540-10824 |
Description
The Dell 540-10824, featuring the Intel X520-DA2 controller, is a high-performance dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) network adapter. It is engineered to deliver exceptional network throughput and low latency, making it a critical component for demanding server and workstation applications. The adapter connects to the system via a PCI-Express x8 interface, providing ample bandwidth to support the full speed of both 10GbE ports without contention. With two SFP+ ports, this adapter offers flexibility in network connectivity. Users can install compatible SFP+ transceivers (sold separately) to connect to various types of fiber optic cabling, including multimode and single-mode fiber, enabling connections over different distances. This adaptability makes the 540-10824 suitable for a wide range of network configurations, from data center interconnects to high-speed storage area networks. The Intel X520-DA2 chipset is known for its reliability and advanced features, including support for virtualization technologies like SR-IOV (Single Root I/O Virtualization), which can significantly improve network performance in virtualized environments by bypassing the host OS kernel. This makes the Dell 540-10824 an excellent choice for modern data centers, cloud computing platforms, and any environment where high-speed, low-latency networking is essential for optimal performance.
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