Name: 540-BCOS Dell Broadcom 5720 Quad Port 1GbE Base-T OCP NIC
Brand: Dell
SKU: 540-BCOS
Price: 359.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 540-BCOS Dell Broadcom 5720 Quad Port 1GbE Base-T OCP NIC provides straightforward Ethernet connectivity for servers that need multiple gigabit ports. It fits in OCP slots common in modern Dell server hardware, making it a practical choice for data centers or enterprise setups requiring reliable, multi-port network access.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	540-BCOS

Technical Information
Chipset/Controller	Broadcom BCM5720
Virtualization Support	NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed)	1GbE
Data Center Bridging	No
Number of Ports	4-Port (Quad)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management	SNMP, RMON
Offload Support	PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	OCP 2.0
Port Type	RJ-45 (Copper)
Cabling Type	Cat6a
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The 540-BCOS Dell Broadcom 5720 is a quad-port 1 Gigabit Ethernet Base-T network interface card designed to provide solid wired connectivity for servers. It’s often found in data center environments where reliable, efficient networking is essential. Built for Dell servers with Open Compute Project (OCP) slots, it fits seamlessly into existing infrastructure and is commonly used for connecting servers to local networks or storage systems. IT administrators and data center operators typically select this card to ensure stable network performance without unnecessary complexity. Key Features Four independent 1GbE Base-T ports for versatile network connections Broadcom 5720 chipset ensures consistency and compatibility OCP form factor designed for streamlined server integration Supports standard Ethernet protocols and speeds Low-profile design for space-efficient installations This NIC is typically deployed in enterprise servers that require multiple network links for redundancy or traffic separation. It plays a practical role in maintaining steady data flow and network segmentation without drawing excessive power or needing complex setup.

Use Cases
The Dell Broadcom 5720 Quad Port 1GbE Base-T OCP NIC is commonly deployed in server environments that demand multiple network connections for increased throughput and redundancy. It is particularly suited for data centers and enterprise IT infrastructures where rack-mounted servers require efficient network segmentation and reliable connectivity. How It's Used: Enhancing network bandwidth in virtualization environments by providing multiple gigabit Ethernet ports for VM traffic separation. Facilitating high-availability configurations in data centers through redundant network paths using multiple ports. Supporting edge computing nodes that require compact, versatile network interfaces compatible with OCP slots. Integrating into enterprise storage clusters to ensure resilient and segmented data transfer across multiple channels. Deploying in remote office servers to extend reliable and manageable Ethernet connectivity with minimal hardware footprint. This NIC supports operational scalability by enabling network segmentation and failover capabilities without adding complexity to server hardware. Its OCP form factor allows for streamlined integration in Dell server racks, optimizing space and performance in demanding IT environments.

540-BCOS Dell Broadcom 5720 Quad Port 1GbE Base-T OCP NIC

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Connectivity & Physical

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases