Name: 656588-001 HP 10Gb 2-Port Flex-10 Network Adapter for Servers
Brand: HP
SKU: 656588-001
Price: 147.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The 656588-001 HP 10Gb 2-Port Flex-10 Adapter delivers dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections with Flex-10 technology, allowing each physical port to be divided into multiple virtual network interfaces. This adapter is designed to fit within HP server architectures to provide scalable and flexible network connectivity.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Product Type	Network Interface Card
Virtualization Support	SR-IOV, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed)	10GbE
Data Center Bridging	Yes
Storage Over Ethernet	iSCSI
Number of Ports	2-Port (Dual)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2022, RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management	SNMP, NC-SI
Offload Support	iSCSI, PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height	Internal/Mezzanine

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

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

Product Description
The 656588-001 HP 10Gb 2-Port Flex-10 Adapter provides dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports delivering scalable network bandwidth and flexible connectivity options. It is typically used in data center and enterprise server environments requiring partitioned network traffic management. IT professionals and system administrators deploy this adapter to enhance network throughput and efficiently manage server network interfaces. Key Features Two 10Gb Ethernet ports supporting Flex-10 technology for flexible bandwidth allocation. Enables partitioning of each physical port into multiple virtual interfaces. Designed specifically for integration with HP server platforms. Supports enhanced network traffic management in virtualized and multi-tenant data centers. Facilitates efficient use of server network resources. This network adapter plays an essential role in optimizing network performance and resource utilization within HP server systems. Its ability to partition network ports aids in segmenting traffic for different applications or virtual machines, which is valuable in complex server environments.

Use Cases
This HP 10Gb 2-Port Flex-10 Adapter is typically used in enterprise server environments and data centers where network partitioning and high bandwidth connectivity are required. It benefits virtualized environments and multi-tenant server deployments needing flexible network interface management. How It's Used: Partitioning network bandwidth among virtual machines in HP servers. Providing dedicated 10Gb Ethernet connections for high-throughput applications. Integrating with HP server platforms to enhance network interface flexibility. Supporting multi-tenant environments requiring segmented network access. Improving server network resource allocation in virtualized setups. The adapter facilitates efficient network segmentation allowing better control over traffic flow within server environments. It supports the operational needs of IT teams managing complex network configurations in HP servers.

FAQ's
What servers is the 656588-001 adapter compatible with? The 656588-001 HP 10Gb 2-Port Flex-10 Adapter is designed to be compatible specifically with supported HP server platforms. Compatibility should be verified against the server model's technical documentation. What does Flex-10 technology mean in this adapter? Flex-10 technology allows each physical 10Gb Ethernet port to be partitioned into multiple virtual interfaces, enabling flexible allocation of bandwidth for different applications or virtual machines. How many ports does the adapter provide and at what speed? This adapter provides two ports, each supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds, allowing for high bandwidth network connections. Can the ports be used independently or only partitioned? The ports can be used as independent physical interfaces or partitioned into multiple virtual interfaces, depending on the network management needs. Is this adapter suitable for virtualized server environments? Yes, the 656588-001 adapter supports network partitioning which is beneficial in virtualized server environments to segregate network traffic efficiently. Does the adapter require special drivers for installation? Installation typically requires HP-supported drivers compatible with the server operating system. Refer to HP documentation for specific driver requirements.

656588-001 HP 10Gb 2-Port Flex-10 Network Adapter for Servers

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Connectivity & Physical

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases

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