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10GBASE-T Converged Network Adapter Simplifies Migration to 10GbE Provides iSCSI, FCoE, Virtualization, and Flexible Port Partitioning
The Intel® Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X540-T2 is the latest innovation in Intel’s leadership to drive 10 Gigabit Ethernet into the broader server market. This adapter hosts Intel’s latest Ethernet silicon, the Intel® Ethernet Controller X540, which is used by many OEMs as a single chip solution for LAN on Motherboard (LOM) to deliver 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10 GbE) on the latest server platforms.
The X540 family of products works with existing networks today. It works with legacy Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) switches and CAT-6a cabling. Install the X540 adapter into a server and the auto-negotiation between 1 GbE and 10 GbE provides the necessary backwards compatibility that most customers require for a smooth transition and easy migration to 10 GbE. When time and budget allows, 10GBASE-T switches can be added any time to experience the full benefits of 10 GbE.
10GBASE-T uses the copper twisted pair cables that are very familiar to IT professionals today. It is everything you know and love about 1000BASE-T. The knowledge, training, and investment in BASE-T are preserved. 10GBASE-T is the easiest and most versatile 10 GbE and you can deploy it anywhere in your data center. Its flexible reach from 1 meter to 100 meters supports the latest network architectures including Top of Rack (ToR), Middle of Row (MoR), and End of Row (EoR).
The new Intel® Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X540-T2 is the lowest cost way to deploy 10 GbE in your data center today. The X540-T2 uses low cost, CAT-6, and CAT-6a cabling. Chances are this cabling already exists in the data center.
Technical Specifications |
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Interface Provided |
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Connector Qty / Type |
2x RJ-45 |
Interface |
2x Ethernet 10GBase-T |
Networking |
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Cabling Type |
Ethernet 10GBase-T |
Connectivity Technology |
Wired |
Data Link Protocol |
10 Gigabit Ethernet |
Data Transfer Rate |
10 Gbps |
Form Factor |
Plug-in card |
Interface Type |
PCI Express 2.0 x8 |
Profile |
Low profile |
PCI Specification Revision |
PCIe 2.0 |
Ports |
2x 10Gb Ethernet |
Slot Required |
1x PCI Express 2.0 x8 |
Type |
Network adapter |
Intel® VT-c |
Yes |
Speed & Slot Width |
5.0 GT/s, x8 Lane |
Controller |
Intel X540 |
Supported Operating Systems |
Windows Server 2012 R2*, Windows Server 2012*, Windows 8*, Windows Server 2008 R2*, Windows 7*, Windows Server 2008* SP2, Windows Vista* SP2, Windows Server 2003 R2*, Windows Server 2003* SP2, Linux* Stable Kernel version 3.x, 2.6,x, Red Hat Enterprise Linux* 5, 6, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server* 10, 11, FreeBSD 9*, VMware ESX/ESXi* |
Low cost, low power, 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) performance for the entire data center
Standard CAT-6a cabling with RJ45 connectors
Backward compatibility with existing 1000BASE-T networks simplifies the transition to 10GbE
Flexible I/O virtualization for port partitioning and quality of service (QoS) of up to 64 virtual ports
Unified networking delivering LAN, iSCSI, and FCoE in one low-cost CNA
Industry first dual-port 10GBASE-T adapter with single-chip solution with integrated MAC + PHY
Reliable and proven 10 Gigabit Ethernet technology from Intel Corporation
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