Name: 74Y3242 IBM 2-Port 10GbE SR PCIe 2.0 Low Profile Network Adapter
Brand: IBM
SKU: 74Y3242
Price: 159.71 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (114 reviews)

Product Overview
The 74Y3242 - IBM PCI Express 2 LP 2-Port 10GBE SR Adapter is designed to provide dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity through a low-profile PCIe 2.0 interface. It fits neatly into server systems that require fast fiber optic networking and supports multimode SR fiber connections, making it suitable for data center network infrastructures where space and performance are both critical factors.

General Information
Brand	IBM

Technical Information
Product Type	Server NIC
Chipset/Controller	Intel 82599
Virtualization Support	SR-IOV
Data Rate (Speed)	10GbE
Data Center Bridging	Yes
Storage Over Ethernet	iSCSI, FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet)
Interface (Bus)	PCIe 2.0 x8
Number of Ports	2-Port (Dual)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL
Network Management	SNMP
Offload Support	PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height	Low Profile (Half Height)

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	Low Profile
Port Type	SFP+
Cabling Type	Fiber Optic (MMF)
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The 74Y3242 is a dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet adapter designed to enhance network throughput and connectivity in server systems. It fits into PCI Express 2.0 slots with a low-profile form factor, making it ideal for space-constrained rack and blade servers. This adapter is commonly found in data centers and enterprise networks where fast and reliable fiber optic connections are essential. Built for IT professionals managing complex network infrastructures, it delivers efficient data transfer for compute-intensive workloads. The use of SR (Short Reach) multimode fiber ensures stable connections across typical data center distances without compromising speed. Key Features Offers two independent 10GbE ports for increased bandwidth and redundancy Compatible with PCI Express 2.0 bus for broad server support Employs SR fiber technology to maintain high signal integrity over multimode fiber Low-profile design maximizes compatibility with dense server builds Designed to handle low-latency network traffic efficiently This adapter plays a critical role in maintaining network performance where high data throughput and minimal lag are required. Its reliable construction and adherence to industry standards make it a dependable component in server networking. Overall, it ensures consistent and fast data communication within modern IT environments, supporting the demanding needs of enterprise applications and virtualization platforms.

Use Cases
This adapter is typically deployed in environments that require high-speed network access with fiber optic connectivity. It is well suited for enterprise data centers, virtualization hosts, and storage clusters where dual 10GbE ports help manage heavy network traffic and ensure redundancy. How It's Used: Installed in rack servers to provide dual 10GbE fiber connections for virtualization workloads Used in storage area networks to facilitate fast data transfer between nodes Employed in enterprise IT setups requiring low-latency connections for real-time applications Deployed in network edge devices within data centers for high-bandwidth aggregation Integrated into dense server configurations benefiting from its low-profile design By offering dependable high-speed connectivity and fiber optic compatibility, this adapter supports efficient network operations and scalability across demanding IT environments. It helps maintain consistent performance and reliability under diverse workload conditions.

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74Y3242 IBM 2-Port 10GbE SR PCIe 2.0 Low Profile Network Adapter

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