Name: 540-BBBI Dell Broadcom 57810 2-Port 10GBase-T PCIe Low Profile NIC
Brand: Dell
SKU: 540-BBBI
Price: 74.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell Broadcom 57810 2-Ports 10GBase-T PCI Express network adapter card provides dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections over standard copper cables. It fits into low profile PCI Express slots, making it suitable for compact servers and workstations. This card bridges the gap between high-speed networking demands and existing infrastructure, commonly used in data centers and enterprise networks to enhance connectivity without extensive rewiring.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	540-BBBI

Technical Information
Chipset/Controller	Broadcom BCM57810
Virtualization Support	SR-IOV, VMDq, NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed)	10GbE
Data Center Bridging	Yes
Storage Over Ethernet	iSCSI, FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet)
Interface (Bus)	PCIe 2.0 x8
Number of Ports	2-Port (Dual)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL
Network Management	SNMP, RMON, NC-SI, IPMI
Offload Support	PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height	Both Brackets Included

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	Standard PCIe Card
Port Type	SFP+
Cabling Type	AOC
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The Dell Broadcom 57810 network adapter card provides robust 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with two 10GBase-T ports. It is often found in servers and workstations that require fast, stable network connections over standard copper cables. Built for environments where high data throughput and low latency matter, this card suits data centers, enterprise applications, and virtualization setups. Key Features Equipped with Broadcom 57810 chipset for dependable network performance Delivers dual 10GBase-T connections using familiar RJ-45 interfaces Low profile PCIe design fits compact server chassis and desktops Compatible with existing Cat6a and Cat7 copper cabling infrastructure Supports standard networking protocols for seamless integration This adapter is typically deployed in medium to large scale IT environments where upgrading to 10 Gigabit Ethernet over copper is needed without replacing cabling. It offers a practical solution for boosting network speeds while keeping installation straightforward. Users benefit from improved data flow and reduced bottlenecks in their server or workstation setups.

Use Cases
The Dell Broadcom 57810 2-Port 10GBase-T PCIe Low Profile NIC is typically deployed in environments requiring high throughput with existing copper cabling, such as enterprise data centers and virtualization hosts. It serves IT professionals managing compact servers or workstations where space constraints demand low profile network adapters without sacrificing network speed. How It's Used: Enhancing network bandwidth in virtualization clusters within enterprise IT infrastructures. Upgrading SMB network hardware to support 10 Gigabit Ethernet over existing RJ-45 copper cabling. Integrating into rack-mounted servers in data centers to facilitate high-speed storage and backup traffic. Supporting edge computing nodes that require low-latency, high-throughput connectivity with minimal physical footprint. Deploying in compact workstations for media production environments demanding rapid data transfer rates. This NIC enables scalable network performance by leveraging existing copper infrastructure, minimizing deployment complexity while supporting intensive workloads. Its low profile form factor allows flexible installation across varied server configurations, aiding operational efficiency in bandwidth-sensitive deployments.

540-BBBI Dell Broadcom 57810 2-Port 10GBase-T PCIe Low Profile NIC

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