Name: 540-BBQQ Dell Dual-Ports SFP 25Gb/s 25-Gigabit Ethernet Low Profile Network Adapter
Brand: Dell
SKU: 540-BBQQ
Price: 823.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell Dual-Ports SFP 25Gb/s Network Adapter is a compact, high-speed network card designed to deliver fast and reliable 25-Gigabit Ethernet connections. It fits low profile server slots, making it suitable for dense data center setups or enterprise servers where space and performance both matter.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	540-BBQQ

Technical Information
Virtualization Support	SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve, NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed)	25GbE
Data Center Bridging	Yes
Storage Over Ethernet	iSCSI, SMB Direct
Interface (Bus)	PCIe 3.0 x8
Number of Ports	2-Port (Dual)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management	SNMP, RMON, NC-SI
Offload Support	RDMA, RoCE v2, PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height	Low Profile (Half Height)

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	Standard PCIe Card
Port Type	SFP28
Cabling Type	AOC
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
This Dell Dual-Ports SFP 25Gb/s Network Adapter provides reliable and fast network connections designed to handle demanding data environments. It is often found in data centers or enterprise settings where high bandwidth and low latency are crucial. Built for IT professionals managing server clusters and virtualized workloads, this adapter enhances network performance without taking up much space thanks to its low profile design. Key Features Equipped with two SFP ports capable of 25Gb/s each for simultaneous high-speed data flow Low profile card fits easily into servers with limited expansion slots Designed to integrate seamlessly with Dell PowerEdge servers Supports advanced Ethernet features to improve network efficiency Enables scalable network setups with future-ready bandwidth capacity Typically, this adapter is deployed in environments requiring robust and speedy Ethernet connections like virtualization hosts or storage networking. It plays a key role in maintaining smooth data throughput and reducing bottlenecks in professional IT infrastructures.

Use Cases
The Dell Dual-Ports SFP 25Gb/s Network Adapter is primarily deployed in environments demanding high-throughput and low-latency connectivity, such as enterprise data centers and virtualization clusters. Its low profile design makes it particularly suitable for dense rack deployments and compact server configurations where space optimization is critical. How It's Used: Connecting high-performance storage arrays in data centers for accelerated data access and backup operations. Enabling 25GbE connectivity in virtualized server environments to support intensive application workloads. Implementing edge computing nodes requiring robust and reliable network links within constrained hardware footprints. Facilitating inter-server communication in hyper-converged infrastructure setups to maximize throughput and reduce bottlenecks. Upgrading existing enterprise IT networks to 25-Gigabit Ethernet standards for improved scalability and future-proofing. This network adapter enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent high-speed connections essential for demanding workloads. Its compatibility with a range of Dell hardware ensures seamless integration, supporting scalable infrastructure growth and optimized network performance in complex IT environments.

540-BBQQ Dell Dual-Ports SFP 25Gb/s 25-Gigabit Ethernet Low Profile Network Adapter

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Connectivity & Physical

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases