Name: F7V1F Dell Dual 25GbE SFP28 PCIe 3.0 x16 Low Profile Network Adapter
Brand: Dell
SKU: F7V1F
Price: 239.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell ConnectX-5 CX512F network adapter delivers dual 25GbE connections through SFP28 ports and fits into PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots. It’s designed to enhance server networking by providing high-speed data transfer in compact server builds, making it a practical component for modern data centers.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	F7V1F

Technical Information
Chipset/Controller	Mellanox ConnectX-5 (CX512F)
Data Rate (Speed)	25GbE
Data Center Bridging	Yes
Interface (Bus)	PCIe 3.0 x16
Number of Ports	2-Port (Dual)
Bracket Height	Low Profile (Half Height)

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

Product Description
The Dell ConnectX-5 CX512F network adapter offers dual 25Gb Ethernet connections, providing a significant boost in network throughput for data-intensive applications. It’s commonly used in enterprise servers, storage systems, and high-performance computing where fast, reliable networking is critical. Built for IT professionals and system administrators, this card supports data center environments that require low latency and high bandwidth. It often appears in setups that demand efficient handling of large data transfers and virtualization workloads. Key Features Provides two SFP28 ports capable of 25Gbps each Uses PCI Express 3.0 x16 for wide compatibility and speed Compact low profile form factor suitable for space-constrained systems Supports advanced networking features like RDMA and RoCE Optimized for high throughput and low latency scenarios This adapter is typically deployed in data centers, enterprise server racks, and cloud infrastructure where network performance directly impacts system efficiency. Its role in supporting demanding workloads helps maintain smooth operation under heavy traffic.

Use Cases
The Dell ConnectX-5 CX512F network adapter is primarily used in environments requiring high-throughput and low-latency networking, such as modern data centers and enterprise server farms. It benefits IT professionals managing virtualization workloads and storage clusters that demand reliable and efficient network performance within space-constrained server setups. How It's Used: Enhancing network throughput in virtualization environments to support multiple virtual machines with high bandwidth demands. Integrating into storage clusters for accelerated data access and replication in enterprise-scale infrastructure. Deploying in rack-mounted servers within data centers to optimize space while maintaining 25GbE connectivity. Supporting high-performance computing (HPC) applications requiring low-latency interconnects for distributed processing. Facilitating edge computing nodes where compact hardware and fast data transfer are critical for real-time analytics. By delivering consistent 25GbE connections through a low-profile form factor, this adapter enables scalable network performance improvements without compromising server density. Its compatibility with PCIe 3.0 x16 slots allows seamless integration into existing infrastructures, supporting operational efficiency across demanding workloads.

F7V1F Dell Dual 25GbE SFP28 PCIe 3.0 x16 Low Profile Network Adapter

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General Information

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Connectivity & Physical

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