Intel 82599ES 2-Port 10Gb/s SFP+ PCIE 2.0 x8 GE 10GBase-X Network Card

Product Description

The Intel 82599ES is a sophisticated dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) designed to deliver high-speed, reliable network connectivity for demanding server and workstation environments. Equipped with two SFP+ (Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus) cages, this card offers flexibility in choosing the appropriate 10GbE transceivers (e.g., SR for short-reach, LR for long-reach, or Direct Attach Copper cables) to match specific network infrastructure requirements. The SFP+ interface is the standard for 10GbE connectivity, ensuring broad compatibility with network switches and other devices. Connecting to the host system via a PCI Express (PCIe) 2.0 x8 interface, the 82599ES provides ample bandwidth to support the full throughput of both 10GbE ports simultaneously. This high-speed interface is crucial for applications that require significant data transfer, such as high-performance computing, data-intensive storage solutions (like iSCSI or FCoE), and high-traffic network aggregation. The card's architecture is optimized for low latency and high packet rates, making it suitable for real-time applications and virtualization environments. Beyond its core networking capabilities, the Intel 82599ES supports advanced features that enhance server performance and manageability. These include offloading capabilities for protocols like iSCSI and FCoE, which reduce CPU utilization by handling these tasks directly on the NIC. It also supports PXE boot, enabling diskless workstations to boot over the network. The Intel 82599ES is a robust solution for organizations seeking to upgrade their network infrastructure to 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds, providing the performance, flexibility, and reliability needed for modern data centers and enterprise networks.