Name: 00AG581 Lenovo Emulex VFA5.2 ML2 Dual Port 10GbE SFP Plus Network Adapter
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 00AG581
Price: 815.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Lenovo 00AG581 Emulex VFA5.2 ML2 network adapter offers dual 10GbE SFP+ ports that fit into Lenovo servers to provide fast and efficient network connections. It’s a reliable choice for environments needing solid network performance and flexibility in connectivity options.

General Information
Brand	Lenovo
Part Number	00AG581

Technical Information
Chipset/Controller	Emulex VFA5.2
Virtualization Support	SR-IOV, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed)	10GbE
Data Center Bridging	Yes
Storage Over Ethernet	iSCSI, FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet)
Number of Ports	2-Port (Dual)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2022, RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management	SNMP, NC-SI
Offload Support	iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, Jumbo Frames

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	Mezzanine (ML2)
Port Type	SFP+
Cabling Type	AOC
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus

Product Description
The Lenovo 00AG581 Emulex VFA5.2 ML2 dual port 10GbE SFP+ network adapter provides fast and reliable network connections designed for data-intensive environments. It’s commonly used in data centers or enterprise servers where high-speed data transfer and network efficiency are critical. Built for Lenovo server systems, this adapter is often found in setups requiring robust 10-gigabit Ethernet connectivity. Key Features Delivers dual 10GbE ports for flexible network configurations Supports SFP+ modules for versatile fiber or direct attach cable options Integrates Emulex VFA5.2 technology to enhance throughput and reduce CPU load Provides low latency suitable for virtualization and cloud computing tasks Compatible with major operating systems used in enterprise environments This adapter is typically deployed in server racks and data centers where consistent, high-speed network access is essential. It helps maintain smooth data flow in applications like virtualization, storage access, and large-scale data processing without adding excessive overhead.

Use Cases
The Lenovo 00AG581 network adapter is designed for enterprise and data center environments that require robust 10GbE connectivity with low latency. It is ideal for IT professionals managing virtualization platforms, high-performance computing clusters, or storage area networks (SANs) demanding reliable and high-throughput network interfaces. How It's Used: Enabling high-speed connections in virtualization environments to support multiple virtual machines with minimal network overhead. Integrating into storage clusters within data centers to facilitate rapid data transfers and maintain consistent throughput. Deploying in rack-mounted Lenovo servers in enterprise IT infrastructures requiring scalable network bandwidth. Supporting low-latency communication in high-frequency trading or financial services data centers. Facilitating edge computing deployments where compact and efficient network interfaces are critical. By delivering consistent 10GbE performance and compatibility with Lenovo servers, this adapter helps maintain operational efficiency and scalability. Its integration capability supports growing workloads without compromising network responsiveness or reliability in demanding IT environments.

00AG581 Lenovo Emulex VFA5.2 ML2 Dual Port 10GbE SFP Plus Network Adapter

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Connectivity & Physical

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases