Name: 540-BBUS Dell QLogic FastLinQ 41164 Quad-Port 10GbE Base-T PCIe NIC
Brand: Dell
SKU: 540-BBUS
Price: 159.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell QLogic FastLinQ 41164 Quad-Port 10GbE Base-T PCIe Network Interface Card delivers four 10 Gigabit Ethernet Base-T ports through a PCIe interface designed for full-height server slots. It integrates the QLogic FastLinQ 41164 chipset, enabling multiple 10GbE connections suitable for enterprise server environments.

General Information
Brand	Dell

Technical Information
Product Type	Network Interface Card
Chipset/Controller	QLogic FastLinQ 41164
Virtualization Support	SR-IOV, VXLAN, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed)	10GbE
Data Center Bridging	Yes
Storage Over Ethernet	iSCSI, FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet)
Interface (Bus)	PCIe 3.0 x8
Number of Ports	4-Port (Quad)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2022, RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management	SNMP
Offload Support	RDMA, RoCE v2, iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height	Full Height (Standard)

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	Full Height
Port Type	RJ-45 (Copper)
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The Dell QLogic FastLinQ 41164 Quad-Port 10GbE Base-T PCIe Network Interface Card is designed to provide high-speed network connectivity for servers. It features four 10 Gigabit Ethernet Base-T ports, offering multiple network connections through a single card. This NIC is intended for full-height PCIe slots in Dell servers and similar enterprise systems. Typically used in data centers and enterprise IT environments, this card supports network-intensive workloads and environments requiring multiple 10GbE connections. IT administrators and network engineers deploy this hardware to enhance network bandwidth and connectivity options. Key Features Four 10 Gigabit Ethernet Base-T ports for flexible connectivity PCIe interface compatible with full-height slots Powered by the QLogic FastLinQ 41164 chipset Supports advanced network management features inherent to the chipset Designed for integration with Dell enterprise server platforms This NIC plays a critical role in improving network throughput and providing multiple network paths for servers. It allows enterprises to consolidate networking needs onto a single adapter, facilitating streamlined infrastructure management. The card's design and chipset enable it to handle demanding networking tasks in professional IT setups.

Use Cases
This network interface card is typically used in enterprise data centers and server rooms where multiple high-speed 10GbE connections are required. It supports workloads involving virtualization, storage networks, and high-bandwidth applications. The card is suitable for IT professionals managing Dell servers needing enhanced network connectivity. How It's Used: Providing multiple 10GbE Base-T connections for Dell servers in data centers Supporting virtualization environments requiring consolidated network adapters Enabling high-bandwidth application servers to connect to network infrastructure Facilitating storage area network (SAN) traffic over 10GbE Ethernet Deploying in full-height PCIe slots for expanded network capabilities The Dell QLogic FastLinQ 41164 NIC helps optimize server networking setups by enabling multiple fast Ethernet connections using a single interface card. Its deployment is key to managing complex network traffic within enterprise infrastructures without adding multiple adapters.

FAQ's
What type of network ports does the Dell 540-BCHG have? The Dell 540-BCHG features four 10 Gigabit Ethernet Base-T ports, enabling multiple high-speed wired connections via standard RJ-45 connectors. Is the 540-BCHG compatible with all PCIe slots? This network card is designed specifically for full-height PCIe slots, typically found in enterprise servers, and may not fit low-profile or other non-standard slots. Which chipset does this Dell NIC use? The card uses the QLogic FastLinQ 41164 chipset, which supports advanced network features and multiple 10GbE ports. Can this NIC be used in non-Dell servers? While designed for Dell server platforms, the card’s PCIe interface and network ports are standard; however, compatibility with non-Dell systems depends on physical slot and driver support. Does the card support virtualization features? The QLogic FastLinQ 41164 chipset typically includes network virtualization support, suitable for environments running virtualized workloads. What is the form factor of the Dell 540-BCHG NIC? The network interface card has a full-height form factor intended for installation in standard full-height PCIe slots.

540-BBUS Dell QLogic FastLinQ 41164 Quad-Port 10GbE Base-T PCIe NIC

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General Information

Technical Information

Connectivity & Physical

Miscellaneous

Product Description

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