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540-BBRK Dell X550 2-Port 10GBase-T NIC Full-Height PCIe Card

SKU:
540-BBRK
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Dual 10GBase-T ports for high-speed network connectivity
  • Full-height form factor compatible with standard server slots
  • Supports 10Gb Ethernet for low-latency data transfer
  • Compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers
In stock

$109.00

Product Overview

The Dell X550 2-Port 10GBase-T Full-Height Network Interface Card delivers dual 10-gigabit Ethernet connections tailored for servers needing reliable, high-speed data transfer. It fits into a standard full-height PCIe slot and is frequently used in Dell PowerEdge servers to enhance network performance without complex upgrades.

General Information

Brand Dell
Part Number 540-BBRK

Technical Information

Chipset/Controller Intel X550-T2
Virtualization Support SR-IOV, VMDq, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve, NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed) 10GbE
Data Center Bridging Yes
Storage Over Ethernet iSCSI
Interface (Bus) PCIe 3.0 x4
Number of Ports 2-Port (Dual)
OS Compatibility Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management SNMP, RMON
Offload Support iSCSI, PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height Full Height (Standard)

Connectivity & Physical

Form Factor Standard PCIe Card
Port Type RJ-45 (Copper)
Cabling Type Cat6a
Max Power Consumption 8 W (typical)
Weight 5.00
Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

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


Product Description

The Dell X550 2-Port 10GBase-T Network Interface Card provides a reliable and fast connection for data centers and enterprise servers. Built for environments where quick and efficient data transfer is critical, it fits into standard full-height server slots to upgrade network capabilities.

Often found in Dell PowerEdge servers, this NIC is ideal for IT professionals looking to improve server throughput and reduce network bottlenecks. Its dual 10GBase-T ports allow for flexible connections to 10 Gigabit Ethernet networks, supporting both standard and advanced networking needs.

Key Features

  • Offers dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports using standard RJ-45 connectors
  • Designed for full-height PCIe slots ensuring wide server compatibility
  • Supports advanced offloading features for efficient CPU utilization
  • Compatible with multiple operating systems including Windows and Linux
  • Includes robust driver support for smooth integration

This network card is commonly deployed in data centers and enterprise server rooms where speed and reliability matter. It helps maintain smooth operations for demanding applications such as virtualization, storage, and high-performance computing by providing consistent, high-bandwidth network access.


Use Cases

The Dell X550 2-Port 10GBase-T NIC is primarily deployed in server environments that require robust 10-gigabit Ethernet connectivity, such as data centers and enterprise IT infrastructures. Organizations running virtualization platforms or storage-intensive applications benefit from the card's ability to deliver low-latency, high-throughput network performance within standard rack-mount server architectures.

How It's Used:

  • Enhancing network throughput for Dell PowerEdge servers in medium to large data centers supporting virtualization workloads.
  • Accelerating data transfer in high-performance storage clusters where low latency and high bandwidth are critical.
  • Upgrading SMB network infrastructure to 10Gb Ethernet without replacing existing cabling, leveraging 10GBase-T compatibility.
  • Integrating into enterprise edge computing nodes requiring reliable, high-speed connectivity for real-time data processing.
  • Supporting multi-tenant virtualization environments by providing dedicated 10G connections for isolated network traffic.

This NIC facilitates operational efficiency by enabling scalable network performance improvements without extensive hardware changes. Its compatibility with standard server slots ensures easy integration, allowing IT teams to address bandwidth demands and latency-sensitive applications effectively.


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540-BBRK Dell X550 2-Port 10GBase-T NIC Full-Height PCIe Card
540-BBRK Dell X550 2-Port 10GBase-T NIC Full-Height PCIe Card
$109.00