Name: 501-7606-04 Sun Quad-Port PCI-Express x8 Gigabit Ethernet Card
Brand: Sun
SKU: 501-7606-04
Price: 117.64 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The 501-7606-04 Sun Quad-Port PCI-Express x8 Gigabit Ethernet UTP card offers four 1 Gbps Ethernet ports on a PCI-Express x8 form factor. It fits into compatible server systems to provide multiple copper Ethernet connections using standard RJ-45 connectors.

General Information
Brand	Sun

Technical Information
Product Type	Network Interface Card
Data Rate (Speed)	1GbE
Data Center Bridging	No
Interface (Bus)	PCIe 2.0 x8
Number of Ports	4-Port (Quad)
Offload Support	PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height	Both Brackets Included

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	Standard PCIe Card
Port Type	RJ-45 (Copper)
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The 501-7606-04 Sun Quad-Port PCI-Express x8 Gigabit Ethernet UTP card provides four independent Gigabit Ethernet ports on a single expansion card. It installs in a PCI-Express x8 slot, delivering multiple 1 Gbps connections suitable for network aggregation or segmentation. This network interface card is commonly used in server and enterprise IT setups where multiple network connections are required from a single system. Its four RJ-45 UTP ports enable flexible network configurations and connectivity. Key Features Four independent Gigabit Ethernet ports over UTP PCI-Express x8 interface for system integration Supports standard RJ-45 connectors Designed for use in Sun systems and compatible servers Enables consolidated network interfaces on one card This card serves as a practical solution to expand a server's network capacity by providing multiple gigabit connections from a single PCI-Express slot. It is suited for environments needing multiple network interfaces for traffic management or redundancy.

Use Cases
This Quad-Port Gigabit Ethernet card is typically used in enterprise or datacenter environments where multiple network ports are needed on a single server. It benefits workloads requiring distinct network segments or increased network interface density. How It's Used: Adding multiple network interfaces to Sun servers Enabling network segmentation in data centers Providing redundant network paths for critical applications Consolidating network connections in virtualization hosts Supporting high-availability configurations for enterprise servers By integrating multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports, this card allows servers to handle diversified or segregated network traffic. It plays a key role in network management strategies within complex IT infrastructures.

FAQ's
What type of interface does the 501-7606-04 use? The 501-7606-04 uses a PCI-Express x8 interface, allowing it to connect to compatible server motherboards supporting PCIe slots. How many Ethernet ports are on this card? This Sun network card features four independent Gigabit Ethernet ports, each providing 1 Gbps connectivity. What connector type is supported on this card? The card supports RJ-45 connectors for UTP copper cabling, compatible with standard Ethernet cables. Can this card be used in non-Sun servers? The 501-7606-04 is designed primarily for Sun systems; compatibility with other servers depends on the availability of a PCI-Express x8 slot and driver support. What speeds do the ports support? Each port supports Gigabit Ethernet speed at 1 Gbps over copper cabling. Is this card suitable for high-density network environments? The card’s four ports allow for increased network interface density, useful in environments requiring multiple Ethernet connections on a single server.

501-7606-04 Sun Quad-Port PCI-Express x8 Gigabit Ethernet Card

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General Information

Technical Information

Connectivity & Physical

Miscellaneous

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