IBM 00JY856 2-Port 10Gb/s RJ-45 PCIe 2.0 x8 GE Network Adapter

Product Description

The IBM 00JY856 is a high-performance dual-port network adapter engineered to deliver 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) connectivity. This adapter is designed for servers and workstations that require significant network bandwidth to support demanding applications, virtualization, storage area networks (SANs), and high-performance computing (HPC) environments. The inclusion of two 10GbE ports allows for increased throughput, redundancy, or the ability to connect to multiple network segments simultaneously. Utilizing standard RJ-45 connectors, this adapter is compatible with common Cat6a or Cat7 Ethernet cabling, simplifying integration into existing network infrastructure without requiring specialized fiber optic transceivers. The adapter connects to the host system via a PCIe 2.0 x8 interface. This interface provides a substantial bandwidth of up to 4 GB/s in each direction, which is more than sufficient to support the aggregate throughput of two 10GbE ports operating at full speed, ensuring that the network adapter is not a bottleneck for network traffic. This IBM network adapter is built for reliability and performance, making it a suitable choice for enterprise data centers and environments where consistent, high-speed network access is critical. The dual-port design offers flexibility for network configurations, such as link aggregation for increased bandwidth and fault tolerance, or for connecting to different networks. The 00JY856 represents a robust solution for upgrading server network capabilities to meet the growing demands of modern IT infrastructures.