Name: 540-BBUQ Dell Broadcom 57416 10GBase-T & 5720 1GBase-T Network Adapter Card
Brand: Dell
SKU: 540-BBUQ
Price: 337.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 540-BBUQ Dell Broadcom network adapter card combines 10G and 1G Ethernet capabilities within a single low-profile card, suitable for Dell servers needing versatile, scalable network connections. It fits into standard server slots and is designed to handle mixed network speeds efficiently, making it a practical choice for data centers balancing performance and compatibility.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	540-BBUQ

Technical Information
Chipset/Controller	Broadcom BCM57416,Broadcom BCM5720
Virtualization Support	SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve, NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed)	10GbE
Data Center Bridging	Yes
Storage Over Ethernet	iSCSI
Interface (Bus)	PCIe 3.0 x8
Number of Ports	4-Port (Quad)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL
Network Management	SNMP, RMON, NC-SI
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	RJ-45 (Copper)
Cabling Type	Cat6a
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
This network adapter card combines two Broadcom controllers delivering both 10 Gigabit and 1 Gigabit Ethernet ports, enabling flexible and high-speed connectivity options. It’s commonly used in Dell PowerEdge servers to provide robust network throughput and reliability for demanding data center environments. Built for IT professionals managing server networks, this adapter is ideal for applications requiring mixed-speed connections and improved bandwidth efficiency. It’s often found in environments balancing high data transfer needs with legacy compatibility requirements. Key Features Offers two 10GBase-T ports for high-speed data transfer Includes two 1GBase-T ports for standard Ethernet connections Ensures compatibility with Dell server architectures Supports multiple network protocols for versatile use Compact, low-profile design suits a variety of server configurations Typically deployed in enterprise data centers and server farms, this adapter plays an important role in network infrastructure setups. It allows for straightforward upgrades to faster networking while maintaining support for existing 1G equipment.

Use Cases
The 540-BBUQ Dell Broadcom network adapter card is typically deployed in enterprise and data center environments where a combination of high-speed and standard networking is required. IT administrators managing mixed network infrastructures benefit from its dual-speed capability, enabling seamless integration within existing setups. How It's Used: Enhancing virtualization environments by providing dedicated 10G and 1G ports for segregated traffic flows. Integrating into rack-mounted Dell servers in data centers to support scalable bandwidth demands for cloud applications. Supporting edge computing deployments where flexible network speeds optimize connectivity and resource allocation. Facilitating storage cluster communications requiring reliable 10G connectivity alongside management traffic over 1G links. Enabling SMB IT infrastructures to upgrade network performance incrementally without full hardware overhaul. This network adapter card contributes to operational efficiency by delivering adaptable bandwidth options that align with workload requirements. Its compatibility with Dell server architectures allows for straightforward scalability and performance tuning in complex networked environments.

540-BBUQ Dell Broadcom 57416 10GBase-T & 5720 1GBase-T Network Adapter Card

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Connectivity & Physical

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases