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540-BBCC Dell Intel X540-T2 Dual 10Gb/s RJ-45 PCIe 2.1 x8 Network Adapter

SKU:
540-BBCC
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Dual 10Gb/s RJ-45 ports for high-speed networking
  • PCI Express 2.1 x8 interface ensures fast data transfer
  • Compatible with standard Ethernet networks using copper cabling
  • Supports converged networking for flexible deployment
In stock

$39.00

Product Overview

The Dell Intel X540-T2 2-Ports RJ-45 10Gb/s PCI Express 2.1 x8 Converged Network Adapter provides dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections over copper cabling. It fits into servers or workstations via a PCI Express 2.1 x8 slot and is built for environments that need high bandwidth without replacing existing Ethernet infrastructure. This adapter balances speed and compatibility for flexible network upgrades.

General Information

Brand Dell
Part Number 540-BBCC

Technical Information

Chipset/Controller Intel X540
Virtualization Support VMDq, NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed) 10GbE
Data Center Bridging No
Storage Over Ethernet iSCSI
Interface (Bus) PCIe 2.0 x8
Number of Ports 2-Port (Dual)
OS Compatibility RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management SNMP, RMON
Offload Support iSCSI, 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 RJ-45 (Copper)
Cabling Type Cat6a
Weight 5.00
Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

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


Product Description

The Dell Intel X540-T2 is a powerful network adapter designed to provide dual 10Gb/s Ethernet connections through standard RJ-45 ports. It is often found in servers and workstations that require reliable, high-bandwidth network connectivity over existing copper infrastructure. IT professionals and businesses looking to upgrade their network performance without switching to fiber optics commonly use this adapter.

Key Features

  • Offers two independent 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports using familiar RJ-45 connectors.
  • Utilizes PCI Express 2.1 x8 slot ensuring quick data exchanges with the host system.
  • Supports converged networking, combining data and storage traffic on a single adapter.
  • Compatible with various server operating systems and network configurations.
  • Maintains backward compatibility with 1Gb Ethernet networks when needed.

This network adapter is typically deployed in data centers, enterprise servers, and high-performance computing setups. It plays a key role in improving network throughput while minimizing hardware changes, helping organizations smoothly transition to faster networking speeds.


Use Cases

The Dell Intel X540-T2 network adapter is widely deployed in enterprise and data center environments where upgrading to 10Gb Ethernet speeds is necessary without overhauling existing copper cabling infrastructure. IT professionals managing network-intensive workloads benefit from its dual-port configuration and PCIe 2.1 x8 interface, allowing seamless integration into servers and workstations.

How It's Used:

  • Enhancing server connectivity in virtualization platforms to support dense multi-VM traffic in enterprise IT environments.
  • Accelerating data transfers in storage clusters where legacy RJ-45 cabling is retained for cost efficiency.
  • Upgrading SMB networks requiring higher bandwidth for file sharing and collaboration without changing physical wiring.
  • Supporting edge computing nodes that demand reliable 10Gb Ethernet connectivity over standard copper infrastructure.
  • Facilitating converged network deployments combining storage, management, and data traffic in medium-sized data centers.

This adapter contributes to operational performance by enabling high-throughput, low-latency network communication on existing copper Ethernet setups. Its compatibility and dual-port design make it a flexible option for scalable network upgrades in various IT infrastructures.


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540-BBCC Dell Intel X540-T2 Dual 10Gb/s RJ-45 PCIe 2.1 x8 Network Adapter
540-BBCC Dell Intel X540-T2 Dual 10Gb/s RJ-45 PCIe 2.1 x8 Network Adapter
$39.00