HP 700764-B21 FlexFabric 2x 20Gb/s PCIE 3.0650FLB FIO Network Adapter

Product Description

The HP 700764-B21 is a high-performance network adapter engineered to meet the demanding bandwidth requirements of modern enterprise data centers and high-performance computing clusters. Featuring dual ports, each capable of 20Gb/s Ethernet speeds, this adapter provides a total aggregate bandwidth of 40Gb/s. This substantial throughput is crucial for applications such as large-scale data analysis, high-speed storage access, video streaming, and virtualization environments where efficient data movement is paramount. Integrated into HP's FlexFabric portfolio, this adapter is optimized for server virtualization and converged infrastructure. It supports advanced features like SR-IOV (Single Root I/O Virtualization), which allows virtual machines direct access to the network adapter, reducing CPU overhead and improving network performance within virtualized environments. The adapter utilizes the PCIe 3.0 x8 interface, offering a high-bandwidth connection to the server's motherboard, ensuring that the network ports are not a bottleneck for data transfer. The 650FLB form factor indicates a FlexibleLOM (LAN On Motherboard) design, typically intended for direct integration into specific HP ProLiant server models. This allows for a cleaner internal layout and efficient use of PCIe slots. The 'FIO' designation suggests it was often configured as a Factory Integrated Option, meaning it was installed at the time of server manufacture. The HP 700764-B21 is a powerful solution for organizations seeking to maximize network throughput and minimize latency for their most critical applications.