Name: 540-BBDR Dell X520 Dual 10Gb/s SFP+ PCIe x8 Server Network Adapter
Brand: Dell
SKU: 540-BBDR
Price: 45.60 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 540-BBDR Dell X520 network adapter card equips servers with dual 10Gb/s SFP+ ports using a PCI Express x8 interface, enabling fast and efficient network connectivity. It fits into data centers and enterprise environments where quick and reliable server communication is necessary, supporting short-distance direct attach copper cabling for stable and low-latency links.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	540-BBDR
Alternate Part Number	540-BBDR-12-CT

Technical Information
Chipset/Controller	Intel 82599 (X520)
Virtualization Support	SR-IOV, VMDq, NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed)	10GbE
Data Center Bridging	Yes
Storage Over Ethernet	iSCSI
Interface (Bus)	PCIe 2.0 x8
Number of Ports	2-Port (Dual)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2022, RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management	SNMP, RMON
Offload Support	iSCSI, FCoE, 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, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA

Product Description
The Dell X520 2-Ports 10Gb/s Direct Attach SFP+ PCI Express x8 Server Network Adapter Card is built for delivering reliable high-speed network connectivity in demanding server setups. It is often found in data centers and enterprise IT environments where rapid data transfer and low latency are critical. Typically used by IT professionals and system administrators, this adapter supports dual 10Gb/s connections that help servers communicate efficiently within networks. Its compatibility with Direct Attach Copper cabling makes it ideal for short-distance connections between servers and switches. Key Features Provides two 10Gb/s SFP+ ports for versatile networking options Integrates with PCI Express x8 slots for enhanced throughput Supports Direct Attach Copper cables for reliable short-range links Compatible with a range of Dell PowerEdge servers and network hardware Delivers low latency and high bandwidth suitable for intensive data workloads This network adapter is commonly deployed in server racks where high-performance networking is essential. It plays a key role in improving communication speeds between servers and storage arrays, helping maintain efficient data processing and transfer.

Use Cases
The Dell X520 2-Ports 10Gb/s Direct Attach SFP+ PCI Express x8 Server Network Adapter is designed for high-throughput server environments requiring low latency and reliable connectivity. It is well-suited for data centers and enterprise IT infrastructures where short-range, high-speed network links are essential for critical workloads. How It's Used: Connecting rack-mounted servers within data centers to storage clusters for fast data access and replication. Supporting virtualization platforms by providing high-bandwidth uplinks for multiple virtual machines on enterprise servers. Enabling low-latency networking in high-frequency trading applications within financial services data centers. Facilitating edge computing deployments requiring compact, high-speed connections between compute nodes and local storage. Interfacing with top-of-rack switches via direct attach copper cables to minimize cabling complexity and latency in dense server configurations. By integrating this adapter, organizations can enhance network throughput and reduce communication delays in critical operations. Its compatibility with direct attach copper cabling helps maintain efficient infrastructure scalability while supporting the performance demands of modern server workloads.

540-BBDR Dell X520 Dual 10Gb/s SFP+ PCIe x8 Server Network Adapter

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