Dell X540-T2-DELL 2 x Ports 10GBase-T PCIe 2.0 x8 Converged Adapter

Product Description

The Dell X540-T2-DELL is a high-performance dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) adapter designed to provide robust network connectivity for Dell servers. This adapter utilizes the 10GBase-T standard, which allows for 10GbE speeds over standard copper Ethernet cabling (Cat 6a or higher), offering a cost-effective and convenient upgrade path for existing network infrastructures that may not be fully equipped with fiber optics. The inclusion of two ports provides redundancy and increased bandwidth capacity for demanding server applications. As a Converged Network Adapter (CNA), the X540-T2-DELL is capable of handling both standard Ethernet traffic and storage traffic, such as iSCSI and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE). This convergence reduces the need for separate network and storage adapters, simplifying server configuration, reducing cabling complexity, and lowering overall system costs. The adapter includes hardware offloads for these protocols, which can significantly reduce CPU utilization, freeing up processing power for critical applications. Featuring a PCIe 2.0 x8 interface, this adapter provides sufficient bandwidth to support the aggregate throughput of its dual 10GbE ports. It is designed for seamless integration with Dell PowerEdge servers, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance. The RJ45 connectors make it easy to deploy in environments where copper cabling is prevalent, making it a practical choice for many enterprise data centers looking to achieve 10GbE speeds without a complete overhaul of their cabling infrastructure.