Intel X550T2 Network Card 10GbE PCIe Ethernet Adapter

Overview :

The X550 is a low-cost option for deploying 10GbE in your data center because it uses CAT6 and CAT6A cabling – standard cabling for many data centers. Copper cabling’s flexible reach from 1 meter to 100 meters also supports Top of Rack (ToR), Middle of Row (MoR), and End of Row (EoR) network architectures. This adapter also reduces cost and power through its single-chip solution. The adapter uses the Intel® Ethernet Controller X550, with integrated MAC and PHY. Integration translates to lower power and means no more active heatsink reducing the per-port power consumption. Integration also equals lower cost per port. When cabling is accounted for, cost efficiencies realized from a single 10GBASE-T adapter means that this is possibly the lowest-cost media to deploy. When time and budget allow, 10GBASE-T switches can be added to experience the full benefits of 10GbE.

Key Features :

• Dual-Port 10GbE Connectivity: Provides high-speed data transfer for demanding applications.
• PCIe Interface: Ensures compatibility with modern systems and high data throughput.
• Virtualization Support: Includes SR-IOV and VMDq for optimal virtualized network performance.
• Energy Efficiency: Features energy-efficient Ethernet to reduce operational costs.
• Network Security: Supports advanced encryption and security protocols for secure communication.
• Advanced Protocol Support: VXLAN, NVGRE, and iSCSI for modern network workloads.
• Backward Compatibility: Operates with legacy 1GbE and 2.5GbE environments.

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