Name: 00E2872 IBM 4-Port 1000Base-T PCIe 2.0 Low-Profile Network Adapter
Brand: IBM
SKU: 00E2872
Price: 110.11 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 4-Ports 1000Base-T PCIe 2.0 Low-Profile Network Adapter enables systems to connect to four Gigabit Ethernet networks through a PCI Express 2.0 interface. Its low-profile design enables installation in smaller server or workstation chassis, providing multiple reliable wired connections in a compact footprint.

General Information
Brand	IBM

Technical Information
Product Type	Network Interface Card
Data Rate (Speed)	1GbE
Data Center Bridging	No
Interface (Bus)	PCIe 2.0 x4
Number of Ports	4-Port (Quad)
OS Compatibility	RHEL, VMware ESXi
Offload Support	PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height	Low Profile (Half Height)

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	Low Profile
Port Type	RJ-45 (Copper)
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The IBM 4-Ports 1000Base-T PCIe 2.0 Low-Profile Network Adapter provides multi-port Gigabit Ethernet connectivity through a PCI Express 2.0 interface. It is designed to be installed in systems with limited space, offering four separate network ports in a low-profile card format. This adapter is commonly used in server and workstation environments requiring multiple network connections for data communications and network management. IT professionals and system administrators typically deploy this adapter to expand network interface capacity. Key Features Four independent 1000Base-T Ethernet ports for network traffic segmentation. PCI Express 2.0 interface delivering robust data transfer rates. Low-profile design suits space-constrained chassis and rackmount servers. Compatible with standard network protocols for broad network integration. Provides direct wired Ethernet connectivity via RJ-45 ports. This network adapter supports the addition of multiple Gigabit Ethernet connections within a compact form factor, facilitating versatile network architectures. It helps optimize network interface density without requiring full-height expansion slots.

Use Cases
This network adapter is typically used in data centers and enterprise server environments where multiple Gigabit Ethernet connections are needed but chassis space is limited. It supports applications requiring network segmentation, redundancy, or aggregate throughput across four ports. How It's Used: Expanding network interfaces in rackmount servers with constrained slot height. Enabling network segmentation for virtualized server workloads. Supporting multiple dedicated network connections for management and data traffic. Facilitating redundancy and failover configurations with multiple NIC ports. Integrating into systems requiring PCIe 2.0 compatible network adapters. By providing multiple Ethernet ports in a low-profile card, this adapter supports flexible network configurations and enhances connectivity options in space-efficient server deployments. It allows IT teams to meet network demands without significant hardware footprint increases.

FAQ's
What type of network ports does the IBM 00E2872 card have? The card features four 1000Base-T RJ-45 Ethernet ports for wired Gigabit network connections. Which interface does this network adapter use? The adapter uses a PCI Express 2.0 interface to connect with the host system for data transfer. Is the IBM 00E2872 suitable for low-profile server cases? Yes, the card has a low-profile design to fit into compact or space-constrained server and workstation chassis. Can this adapter be used in systems requiring multiple network connections? Yes, it provides four independent Gigabit Ethernet ports, suitable for multi-network setups or segmentation. Does the adapter support standard Ethernet protocols? Yes, it supports standard 1000Base-T Ethernet protocols for broad compatibility with network equipment. Is this network adapter compatible with PCIe 3.0 slots? The product is designed for PCIe 2.0 slots; compatibility with PCIe 3.0 slots depends on system support but generally PCIe is backward compatible.

00E2872 IBM 4-Port 1000Base-T PCIe 2.0 Low-Profile Network Adapter

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Connectivity & Physical

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases

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