Name: HPE 872726-B21 InfiniBand EDR/Ethernet 100Gb 2-Port 841QSFP28 Adapter
Brand: HPE
SKU: 872726-B21
Price: 249.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE 872726-B21 InfiniBand EDR/Ethernet 100Gb 2-Port 841QSFP28 Adapter combines high-speed dual-port connectivity with compatibility for modern HPE servers. It fits into environments that require quick data exchange and low latency, bridging InfiniBand and Ethernet networks smoothly. This adapter is a solid choice for enhancing communication in demanding IT setups without adding complexity.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	872726-B21

Technical Information
Virtualization Support	SR-IOV, VXLAN, Geneve
Data Rate (Speed)	100GbE
Data Center Bridging	Yes
Storage Over Ethernet	SMB Direct
Interface (Bus)	PCIe 3.0 x8
Number of Ports	2-Port (Dual)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management	SNMP, RMON
Offload Support	RDMA, RoCE v2, PXE Boot, Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height	Both Brackets Included

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	Standard PCIe Card
Port Type	QSFP28
Cabling Type	AOC
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA

Product Description
This HPE 872726-B21 adapter enables ultra-fast networking with two 100Gb ports supporting both InfiniBand EDR and Ethernet protocols. It's often found in data centers requiring high bandwidth and low latency, such as HPC clusters and enterprise storage networks. Built for HPE server environments, it suits IT professionals looking to enhance network performance without sacrificing compatibility. Key Features Provides dual 100Gb ports with QSFP28 connectors for flexible connectivity options Delivers low latency ideal for high-performance computing and large-scale data transfers Compatible with HPE BladeSystem and ProLiant servers Supports both InfiniBand EDR and Ethernet protocols for versatile use Designed to handle demanding workloads with efficient data flow This adapter is typically deployed in enterprise data centers where fast, reliable communication between nodes is critical. It plays a key role in reducing bottlenecks for applications such as scientific simulations, financial modeling, and large database management. Users benefit from streamlined network operations and improved overall system throughput.

Use Cases
The HPE 872726-B21 InfiniBand EDR/Ethernet 100Gb 2-Port 841QSFP28 Adapter is commonly deployed in high-performance computing (HPC) clusters and data centers that demand rapid, low-latency data exchange. IT administrators managing virtualization environments or storage clusters can leverage this adapter to optimize network throughput and reduce communication bottlenecks. How It's Used: Facilitating fast data transfers between compute nodes in HPC environments to accelerate scientific simulations and modeling. Enhancing network connectivity in enterprise storage clusters for improved data replication and backup operations. Supporting low-latency communication in virtualization platforms where multiple virtual machines require high bandwidth. Enabling high-throughput networking in rack-mounted HPE servers within core data centers handling large-scale analytics workloads. Integrating InfiniBand and Ethernet networks in complex IT infrastructures to streamline data flow and protocol interoperability. This adapter contributes to operational efficiency by reducing network latency and increasing data throughput, which is critical for scaling demanding workloads. Its compatibility with HPE servers ensures seamless integration, supporting infrastructure growth without compromising performance.

HPE 872726-B21 InfiniBand EDR/Ethernet 100Gb 2-Port 841QSFP28 Adapter

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General Information

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