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46K7972 IBM 4-Port 1Gb/s RJ-45 PCIe Virtual Daughter Card

SKU:

46K7972

Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Provides 4 RJ-45 ports supporting 1Gb/s Ethernet speeds
  • Utilizes PCI-Express interface for high data throughput
  • Designed as a virtual daughter card for seamless integration
  • Enables efficient network connectivity within server environments
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$68.00
Product Overview

The 46K7972 - IBM 4 x Ports 1Gb/s RJ-45 PCI-Express Virtual Daughter Card extends server networking by providing multiple gigabit Ethernet ports through a PCI-Express interface. It fits into compatible IBM servers to enhance connectivity options without occupying significant rack space, making it a practical component for network expansion.

General Information
Brand IBM
Technical Information
Product Type Server NIC
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
Network Management SNMP
Offload Support PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height Internal/Mezzanine
Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor Mezzanine Card
Port Type RJ-45 (Copper)
Cabling Type Cat6a
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished
Miscellaneous
Assembly Required No
Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC


Product Description

The 46K7972 - IBM 4 x Ports 1Gb/s RJ-45 PCI-Express Virtual Daughter Card is designed to expand network interface capabilities for compatible server systems. It is commonly found in rack-mounted servers and data center hardware, offering reliable ethernet connectivity through multiple RJ-45 ports.

Built for IT professionals managing enterprise environments, this card supports stable and scalable network connections, enhancing overall system communication. It is often integrated into servers requiring increased port availability without sacrificing performance.

Key Features

  • Four dedicated 1Gb/s RJ-45 Ethernet ports ensuring consistent network speeds
  • PCI-Express architecture allowing fast data transfer and low latency
  • Compact virtual daughter card design for efficient server slot utilization
  • Compatibility with IBM server models optimized for network expansion
  • Robust build supporting continuous operation in demanding environments

This card plays a crucial role in maintaining efficient network operations within server infrastructures. Its dependable performance and straightforward installation support ongoing data exchange and system scalability without unnecessary complexity.


Use Cases

This virtual daughter card is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise server environments where reliable, high-speed network connections are essential. It benefits IT teams managing network-intensive workloads across virtualized servers and storage systems.

How It's Used:

  • Integrating additional network ports in IBM rack servers to support increased traffic
  • Facilitating fast Ethernet connectivity for virtualization hosts in enterprise IT setups
  • Enabling network segmentation in storage clusters through multiple dedicated ports
  • Supporting edge computing systems requiring compact yet efficient network interfaces
  • Expanding network capacity in remote office server deployments with limited expansion slots

By providing multiple gigabit Ethernet connections in a compact form factor, this card supports operational efficiency and scalability. It helps maintain consistent network throughput and reliable communication in complex server environments.


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46K7972 IBM 4-Port 1Gb/s RJ-45 PCIe Virtual Daughter Card
46K7972 IBM 4-Port 1Gb/s RJ-45 PCIe Virtual Daughter Card
$68.00