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540-BCOB Dell Broadcom 5720 Quad-Port 1GbE BASE-T OCP NIC 3.0 Adapter

SKU:
540-BCOB
Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Dell Broadcom 5720 Quad-Port 1GbE BASE-T OCP NIC 3.0 network adapter
  • Provides four Gigabit Ethernet BASE-T ports for network connectivity
  • Fits OCP NIC 3.0 interface slots in compatible Dell servers
  • Supports standard 1GbE speeds for data transfer and communications
In stock

$259.00

Product Overview

The Dell Broadcom 5720 Quad-Port 1GbE BASE-T OCP NIC 3.0 Network Adapter provides four independent Gigabit Ethernet BASE-T ports for network connectivity. Designed for the OCP NIC 3.0 form factor, it fits into compatible Dell servers to offer multiple standard 1GbE interfaces. This adapter enables network segmentation and redundancy within server environments.

General Information

Brand Dell

Technical Information

Product Type OCP NIC
Chipset/Controller Broadcom BCM5720
Virtualization Support SR-IOV
Data Rate (Speed) 1GbE
Data Center Bridging No
Number of Ports 4-Port (Quad)
OS Compatibility RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management SNMP, NC-SI
Offload Support PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height Internal/Mezzanine

Connectivity & Physical

Form Factor OCP 3.0
Port Type RJ-45 (Copper)
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

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


Product Description

The Dell Broadcom 5720 Quad-Port 1GbE BASE-T OCP NIC 3.0 Network Adapter delivers network connectivity through four Gigabit Ethernet BASE-T ports. It is designed to be installed in servers that support the OCP NIC 3.0 form factor, primarily used in data center and enterprise environments. This adapter enables multiple network connections to support data transfer and communication needs within a server infrastructure.

This network adapter is typically utilized by IT professionals managing Dell servers requiring stable 1GbE network interfaces for various workloads and applications. It is suitable for environments that demand multi-port network access for redundancy or network segmentation.

Key Features
  • Quad-port configuration offering four 1GbE BASE-T Ethernet connections
  • Uses the OCP NIC 3.0 form factor for compatibility with supported Dell servers
  • Based on the Broadcom 5720 chipset
  • Supports standard network communications at speeds up to 1 Gigabit per second
  • Designed for use in enterprise and data center server environments

This network adapter plays a role in providing multiple network interfaces within a single server, facilitating segregated or redundant network paths. It supports typical enterprise networking protocols and serves as an integral component for networking in compatible Dell server platforms.


Use Cases

This network adapter is typically used in Dell server environments where multiple 1 Gigabit Ethernet connections are required. It is suited for data centers and enterprise deployments that need multi-port network solutions with the OCP NIC 3.0 interface. IT administrators benefit from its ability to provide flexible network configurations for workloads requiring segregated or redundant network paths.

How It's Used:
  • Providing four separate 1GbE network connections in Dell servers with OCP NIC 3.0 slots
  • Enabling network redundancy and failover capabilities for data center servers
  • Supporting network segmentation for security or traffic management purposes
  • Facilitating server connectivity to multiple network segments or VLANs
  • Serving in environments where multiple standard Ethernet ports are necessary for workload distribution

In operation, this network adapter supports typical enterprise networking requirements by allowing multiple network interfaces within a single server. It enables efficient use of network resources and supports various network topologies in server deployments.


FAQ's

  • What servers are compatible with the 540-BCOB Dell Broadcom NIC?

    This network adapter is compatible with Dell servers that support the OCP NIC 3.0 form factor. Compatibility depends on the server model and its available OCP NIC 3.0 slots.

  • What does OCP NIC 3.0 mean?

    OCP NIC 3.0 is a form factor standard defined by the Open Compute Project for server network interface cards, specifying physical and electrical characteristics for compatibility.

  • What type of network ports does this adapter provide?

    The adapter provides four Gigabit Ethernet BASE-T ports, supporting standard RJ45 connections with speeds up to 1 Gbps.

  • Can the 540-BCOB support speeds higher than 1GbE?

    No, this specific model supports data transfer speeds up to 1 Gigabit per second on each of its four ports.

  • Is special configuration required for installation?

    Installation requires a server with an available OCP NIC 3.0 slot. Standard driver installation and network configuration apply according to the server operating system.

  • What chipset does this network adapter use?

    The network adapter is based on the Broadcom 5720 chipset, which manages its network functions and protocols.


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540-BCOB Dell Broadcom 5720 Quad-Port 1GbE BASE-T OCP NIC 3.0 Adapter
540-BCOB Dell Broadcom 5720 Quad-Port 1GbE BASE-T OCP NIC 3.0 Adapter
$259.00