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| Product Overview |
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The 46K8088 - IBM 2 x Ports 10GBase-SR 10Gb/s FCoE PCIe x8 Network Adapter provides dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections primarily aimed at integrating network and storage traffic via FCoE. It fits into modern servers requiring enhanced bandwidth and streamlined data paths, supporting both high-speed communication and storage consolidation. |
| General Information | |
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| Brand | IBM |
| Technical Information | |
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| Product Type | Server NIC |
| Virtualization Support | SR-IOV |
| Data Rate (Speed) | 10GbE |
| Data Center Bridging | Yes |
| Storage Over Ethernet | FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet) |
| Interface (Bus) | PCIe 2.0 x8 |
| Number of Ports | 2-Port (Dual) |
| OS Compatibility | RHEL, VMware ESXi |
| Offload Support | FCoE, PXE Boot, Jumbo Frames |
| Bracket Height | Full Height (Standard) |
| Connectivity & Physical | |
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| Form Factor | Standard PCIe Card |
| Port Type | SFP+ |
| Cabling Type | Fiber Optic (MMF) |
| Weight | 3.00 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Miscellaneous | |
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| Assembly Required | No |
| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC |
| Product Description |
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The 46K8088 network adapter is designed to provide robust connectivity with dual 10GBase-SR ports, enabling reliable 10Gb/s Ethernet performance. It is commonly found in enterprise server architectures where high-speed data and storage traffic converge. Built for IT professionals managing complex data center infrastructures, this adapter supports Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), which streamlines storage and network operations by consolidating traffic. Its PCIe x8 interface offers efficient bandwidth utilization suitable for demanding workloads. Key Features
Overall, this adapter contributes to stable and efficient network operations by handling high-speed data flow reliably. Its combination of performance and compatibility makes it a practical component for infrastructure that demands consistent connectivity and throughput. |
| Use Cases |
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This network adapter is typically deployed in data center servers and storage environments where 10GbE connectivity and FCoE are essential. It suits IT teams managing virtualization or storage networks that require efficient bandwidth and integrated traffic handling. How It's Used:
By enabling consolidation of network and storage traffic, this adapter aids in simplifying infrastructure while maintaining performance. It helps data centers scale efficiently and operate with lower latency in demanding environments. |