Name: 49Y7951 IBM 2-Ports SFP+ 10Gb/ PCIe 2.0 x8 Low-Profile Virtual Fabric Network Adapter Card
Brand: IBM
SKU: 49Y7951
Price: 161.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 49Y7951 network adapter card delivers dual 10Gb SFP+ ports through a PCI-Express 2.0 x8 interface, designed to bring high-speed networking to servers with limited space. It fits well in virtualized environments by supporting Virtual Fabric technology that splits a single physical adapter into multiple NICs, helping optimize network resources and flexibility.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	49Y7951
Alternate Part Number	49Y7951-12-CT

Connectivity & Physical
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
This IBM network adapter card provides two 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports, enabling fast and reliable connections for data centers or enterprise servers. It's built for environments that require high throughput and low latency, commonly found in virtualization and cloud computing infrastructures. The card connects via PCI-Express 2.0 x8, ensuring ample bandwidth for demanding workloads. Its low-profile design makes it suitable for servers with space constraints, appealing to IT professionals managing dense hardware configurations. Key Features Offers dual 10Gb SFP+ ports compatible with a range of fiber modules PCI-Express 2.0 x8 slot compatibility allows efficient data handling Virtual Fabric support enables partitioning of physical adapters into multiple virtual NICs Low-profile form factor fits a variety of server chassis Optimized for virtualization and high-performance networking tasks This adapter is typically deployed in enterprise servers where network performance and adaptability are crucial. It plays a key role in consolidating network traffic and improving server connectivity without sacrificing physical space.

Use Cases
The IBM 49Y7951 network adapter is primarily utilized in data centers and enterprise server environments where space constraints and high-speed connectivity are critical. It is ideal for virtualized infrastructures that require flexible network segmentation and efficient bandwidth management across multiple workloads. How It's Used: Deploying in rack-mounted servers within data centers for high-throughput storage and application traffic. Enabling network virtualization in cloud service providers to allocate dedicated bandwidth per virtual machine. Supporting SMBs with compact server setups needing enhanced 10Gb Ethernet connectivity without expanding chassis size. Facilitating edge computing nodes requiring low-profile adapters to maintain throughput while conserving physical space. Integrating into enterprise IT environments for workload isolation using Virtual Fabric technology to optimize resource allocation. This adapter enhances operational efficiency by enabling multiple virtual NICs on a single physical interface, supporting scalable network designs. Its compact form factor and high-speed ports help maintain performance without compromising server density.

49Y7951 IBM 2-Ports SFP+ 10Gb/ PCIe 2.0 x8 Low-Profile Virtual Fabric Network Adapter Card

Product Overview

General Information

Connectivity & Physical

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases