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8CM81 Dell Broadcom 57404 2-Port 25G SFP28 PCIe x8 Network Adapter

SKU:
8CM81
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Dual 25GBase-X SFP28 ports for high-speed network connectivity
  • Broadcom 57404 chipset optimized for Dell PowerEdge R430 and R530 servers
  • PCI Express x8 interface ensuring fast data transfer rates
  • Designed for low latency and enhanced network performance
In stock

$108.00

Product Overview

The 8CM81 Dell Broadcom 57404 network adapter provides two 25G SFP28 ports designed for Dell PowerEdge servers, delivering fast and reliable Ethernet connections. It fits into a PCI Express x8 slot, making it a solid choice for setups requiring enhanced network throughput and low latency performance.

General Information

Brand Dell
Part Number 8CM81

Technical Information

Chipset/Controller Broadcom BCM57404 (NetXtreme-E)
Virtualization Support SR-IOV, VMDq, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve, NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed) 25GbE
Data Center Bridging Yes
Storage Over Ethernet iSCSI, NFS, 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, NC-SI
Offload Support RDMA, RoCE v2, iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), RoCE v1, iWARP, TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height Both Brackets Included

Connectivity & Physical

Form Factor Standard PCIe Card
Port Type SFP28
Cabling Type AOC
Weight 5.00
Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

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


Product Description

The 8CM81 Dell Broadcom 57404 network adapter is built to provide reliable 25 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. It is often found in enterprise environments where high throughput and low latency are essential, particularly for Dell PowerEdge R430 and R530 servers.

Designed to handle demanding workloads and improve network efficiency, this adapter is ideal for IT professionals managing server infrastructure requiring scalable bandwidth and stable connections.

Key Features

  • Equipped with two 25GBase-X SFP28 ports supporting high-speed fiber connections
  • Utilizes the Broadcom 57404 chipset tailored for Dell server compatibility
  • Offers a PCIe x8 interface to maximize data transfer capabilities
  • Supports advanced networking protocols for better traffic management
  • Engineered for minimal latency to support performance-critical applications

This adapter is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise server rooms where it supports fast data exchanges across virtualized environments or storage networks. It plays a key role in maintaining smooth network operations without bottlenecks.


Use Cases

The 8CM81 Dell Broadcom 57404 network adapter is primarily utilized in enterprise server environments, especially within Dell PowerEdge R430 and R530 systems. It is well-suited for IT professionals managing data centers or virtualization clusters requiring high-throughput, low-latency network interfaces to support demanding workloads.

How It's Used:

  • Accelerating data transfer in virtualization environments by providing dedicated 25G connectivity for hypervisor hosts.
  • Enhancing storage cluster communication speeds in enterprise-scale SAN or NAS deployments.
  • Supporting high-frequency trading platforms where low latency and fast packet processing are critical.
  • Facilitating network segmentation and traffic isolation in multi-tenant data center racks.
  • Enabling edge computing nodes to handle intensive data flows with reliable high-bandwidth connections.

By integrating the 8CM81 adapter, organizations benefit from optimized network performance that aligns with scalable infrastructure demands. Its compatibility with PCIe x8 slots and dual 25G ports ensures improved throughput and reduced bottlenecks, directly contributing to efficient operational workflows in complex IT environments.


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8CM81 Dell Broadcom 57404 2-Port 25G SFP28 PCIe x8 Network Adapter
8CM81 Dell Broadcom 57404 2-Port 25G SFP28 PCIe x8 Network Adapter
$108.00