HP 3C996-SX-P25HP-C1 1-Port 1GB/s RJ-45 PCI-X GE 1GBase-T Network Card

Product Description

The HP 3C996-SX-P25HP-C1 represents a robust Gigabit Ethernet network interface card engineered for environments that demand high-speed and reliable network connectivity. Featuring a single 10/100/1000Base-T RJ-45 port, this card supports data transfer rates of up to 1 Gbps, making it an ideal choice for servers, workstations, and network infrastructure components that handle significant network traffic. The card's compatibility with the PCI-X bus ensures it can be integrated into a wide range of professional-grade motherboards, particularly those found in older server generations where PCI-X was prevalent. This network card is designed to optimize network performance through features such as full-duplex operation, which allows for simultaneous sending and receiving of data, effectively doubling the potential throughput. It also incorporates advanced capabilities like TCP/UDP checksum offloading, which reduces the burden on the host CPU by performing these calculations directly on the network card. This offloading mechanism contributes to lower CPU utilization and improved overall system performance, especially under heavy network loads. Further enhancing its utility in enterprise settings, the 3C996-SX-P25HP-C1 often includes support for Wake-on-LAN (WoL), enabling administrators to remotely power on or wake up computers over the network. This feature is invaluable for scheduled maintenance, software updates, and remote management tasks, contributing to operational efficiency. The combination of high-speed Gigabit Ethernet, PCI-X interface, and advanced performance-enhancing features makes this card a powerful networking solution for demanding applications.