Name: 540-BDHK Dell Broadcom 57414 Dual-Port 10/25GbE SFP28 rNDC Adapter
Brand: Dell
SKU: 540-BDHK
Price: 79.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell Broadcom 57414 Dual-Port 10/25GbE SFP28 rNDC Network Adapter offers dual 10/25 Gigabit Ethernet ports through SFP28 connectors. Designed as an rNDC module, it fits specific Dell servers and uses the Broadcom 57414 chipset to provide reliable network connectivity suitable for data-intensive environments.

General Information
Brand	Dell

Technical Information
Product Type	Mezzanine NIC
Chipset/Controller	Broadcom BCM57414 (Broadcom 57414)
Virtualization Support	SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve, vNIC
Data Center Bridging	Yes
Storage Over Ethernet	iSCSI
Number of Ports	2-Port (Dual)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management	SNMP, RMON, NC-SI
Offload Support	RoCE v2, iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height	Internal/Mezzanine

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	Mezzanine (LOM)
Port Type	SFP28
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The Dell Broadcom 57414 Dual-Port 10/25GbE SFP28 rNDC Network Adapter (part number 540-BDHK) provides dual 10/25 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for compatible Dell server platforms. It integrates as a removable Network Daughter Card (rNDC), enabling flexible network interface upgrades within supported Dell servers. This adapter is generally used in data center environments where multiple high-speed network ports are required for server-to-server or server-to-network communications. IT professionals managing Dell server infrastructure utilize this adapter to enhance network bandwidth and connectivity options. Key Features Dual SFP28 ports supporting 10GbE and 25GbE speeds Broadcom 57414 chipset optimized for network performance Removable Network Daughter Card form factor for Dell servers Supports high throughput for demanding network workloads Compatible with Dell server platforms supporting rNDC modules This network adapter plays a critical role in expanding and modernizing server networking capabilities, allowing data centers to meet increasing bandwidth demands. Its integration as an rNDC module ensures efficient use of the server’s internal expansion slots without additional cabling complexity.

Use Cases
This network adapter is typically deployed in Dell server environments requiring enhanced network bandwidth and multiple 10/25GbE connections. It suits data centers, virtualization hosts, and enterprise applications where fast and scalable network interfaces are necessary. How It's Used: Providing dual 10/25GbE network connections in Dell rack servers Supporting virtualization workloads with increased network throughput Enabling high-speed server clustering and data replication Facilitating scalable network infrastructure in data center deployments Integrating as an rNDC module to maintain server slot efficiency The adapter serves to upgrade server network interfaces effectively, enabling organizations to meet growing data transfer and connectivity needs without major hardware changes. It supports operational flexibility within Dell server hardware configurations.

FAQ's
What type of network ports does the 540-BDHK adapter have? The adapter features dual SFP28 ports that support 10 Gigabit and 25 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for high-speed network links. Which chipset is used in the Dell 540-BDHK network adapter? It uses the Broadcom 57414 chipset, designed to handle network traffic efficiently for 10/25GbE speeds. Is the 540-BDHK compatible with all Dell servers? The adapter is compatible with Dell servers that support the removable Network Daughter Card (rNDC) form factor; compatibility depends on the specific server model. What does rNDC stand for on this adapter? rNDC means removable Network Daughter Card, a modular network interface designed to fit Dell servers allowing easy upgrades and replacements. Can this adapter support both 10GbE and 25GbE speeds simultaneously? Yes, the dual ports on the adapter support both 10 Gigabit and 25 Gigabit Ethernet speeds, depending on the connected devices and network configuration. Does installing the 540-BDHK require special configuration? Installation requires inserting the adapter as an rNDC module into a compatible Dell server; further configuration depends on the server's network settings and operating system.

540-BDHK Dell Broadcom 57414 Dual-Port 10/25GbE SFP28 rNDC Adapter

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Connectivity & Physical

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases

FAQ's