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BCM957414-P225DL0S Broadcom 2x25GbE SFP28 PCIe 3.0x8 NIC

SKU:
BCM957414-P225DL0S
Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Broadcom BCM957414-P225DL0S NIC with 2x 25GbE SFP28 ports
  • PCIe 3.0 x8 interface for server connectivity
  • Supports high-speed networking for data center use
  • Designed for installation in standard PCIe slots

Product Overview

The Broadcom BCM957414-P225DL0S is a dual-port 25 Gigabit Ethernet network card designed for PCIe 3.0 x8 slots. It integrates two SFP28 ports to support 25GbE fiber optic connections, targeting high-speed server networking environments.

General Information

Brand Broadcom

Technical Information

Product Type Network Interface Card
Chipset/Controller Broadcom BCM957414
Virtualization Support SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed) 25GbE
Data Center Bridging Yes
Storage Over Ethernet iSCSI
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, iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames

Connectivity & Physical

Form Factor Standard PCIe Card
Port Type SFP28
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

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


Product Description

The Broadcom BCM957414-P225DL0S is a network interface card equipped with two 25 Gigabit Ethernet SFP28 ports. It connects to servers or workstations through a PCI Express 3.0 x8 slot, facilitating high-bandwidth data transfer.

This NIC is typically used in environments that require enhanced network throughput, such as data centers or enterprise server deployments. It is suited for IT professionals managing network infrastructure that demands scalable and fast Ethernet connectivity.

Key Features
  • Two 25GbE SFP28 ports for high-speed network connections
  • PCIe 3.0 x8 interface ensures sufficient bandwidth for data transfer
  • Compact form factor compatible with standard PCIe slots
  • Broadcom chipset designed for network communications
  • Supports fiber optic transceivers for extended reach

This NIC provides a practical solution for expanding network capacity in systems that support PCIe 3.0 slots. It plays a role in improving data center networking efficiency by enabling faster Ethernet links without requiring hardware changes beyond the PCIe slot.


Use Cases

This network interface card is generally deployed in enterprise servers and data center environments where network throughput above standard 10GbE is necessary. It benefits IT administrators needing to upgrade server network interfaces for greater bandwidth and connectivity options.

How It's Used:
  • Upgrading existing servers to support dual 25GbE network links
  • Connecting servers to 25GbE capable switches in data centers
  • Enabling fiber optic connectivity for extended network reach
  • Supporting virtualization workloads requiring increased network bandwidth
  • Integrating into PCIe 3.0 x8 compatible server motherboards

In operation, the BCM957414-P225DL0S serves as a network interface medium that facilitates the transmission of high-speed Ethernet traffic. It fits into standard PCIe slots, allowing system administrators to enhance server connectivity without extensive system modifications.


FAQ's

  • What type of ports does the BCM957414-P225DL0S have?

    The card includes two 25GbE SFP28 ports designed for fiber optic connections. These ports enable high-speed network interfaces for compatible transceivers.

  • Which PCIe slot is required for this NIC?

    The BCM957414-P225DL0S requires a PCI Express 3.0 x8 slot for installation, compatible with standard server motherboards supporting this interface.

  • Can this NIC be used with copper Ethernet cables?

    This NIC is designed for SFP28 fiber optic transceivers and does not natively support direct copper Ethernet cables without the appropriate transceiver modules.

  • Is the BCM957414-P225DL0S compatible with PCIe 4.0 slots?

    While the NIC supports PCIe 3.0 x8, it can physically fit into PCIe 4.0 slots but will operate at PCIe 3.0 speeds as specified.

  • What environments typically use this Broadcom NIC?

    This NIC is typically used in data centers and enterprise servers that require enhanced 25GbE networking capabilities.

  • Does the NIC support virtualization workloads?

    The BCM957414-P225DL0S can be employed in servers running virtualization by providing increased network bandwidth through dual 25GbE ports.


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BCM957414-P225DL0S Broadcom 2x25GbE SFP28 PCIe 3.0x8 NIC
BCM957414-P225DL0S Broadcom 2x25GbE SFP28 PCIe 3.0x8 NIC