Name: HK4NC Dell 10GbE Converged Network Adapter CNA Controller 10Gb Ethernet FCoE iSCSI
Brand: Dell
SKU: HK4NC
Price: 178.61 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HK4NC Dell 10GbE Converged Network Adapter acts as a dual-purpose network card that integrates both Ethernet and storage traffic capabilities. It fits well in modern data center environments where combining multiple functions into a single adapter can streamline hardware setups and improve overall efficiency.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	HK4NC

Connectivity & Physical
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 HK4NC Dell 10GbE Converged Network Adapter is built to handle both network and storage data efficiently through a single 10 Gigabit Ethernet connection. Often found in enterprise data centers, this adapter simplifies infrastructure by converging networking and storage traffic, reducing cabling and hardware requirements. Commonly used in servers that require high bandwidth and low latency, IT professionals and system administrators benefit from its support of storage protocols like FCoE and iSCSI alongside traditional Ethernet networking. This makes it a versatile choice for managing diverse workloads and storage needs within virtualized and cloud environments. Key Features Delivers 10GbE speeds for faster data transfer and reduced bottlenecks Supports Fibre Channel over Ethernet to streamline storage networking Enables efficient iSCSI traffic handling for flexible storage options Compatible with multiple operating systems and Dell server models Reduces hardware footprint by combining storage and network interfaces This adapter is typically deployed inside rack and blade servers in data centers where space and performance are critical. By consolidating network and storage connections, it helps organizations simplify management and reduce costs without compromising on speed or reliability.

Use Cases
The HK4NC Dell 10GbE Converged Network Adapter is designed for environments demanding high throughput and consolidated network infrastructure. It is particularly suited for enterprise IT and data center operations where minimizing hardware complexity while maintaining robust network and storage performance is critical. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization platforms in data centers by combining network and storage traffic over a single adapter to reduce server I/O bottlenecks. Enabling storage clusters in enterprise environments to leverage Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) for efficient SAN connectivity without dedicated HBAs. Integrating iSCSI traffic in mid-sized business networks to simplify storage network management and improve throughput. Optimizing rack server deployments where space and power budgets require network and storage convergence on fewer components. Facilitating cloud service providers in streamlining infrastructure by converging multiple traffic types over 10 GbE links for scalable performance. By consolidating networking and storage functions into a single adapter, this converged network controller enhances operational efficiency and scalability. It supports the demanding workloads of modern IT infrastructures while reducing hardware sprawl and simplifying maintenance.

HK4NC Dell 10GbE Converged Network Adapter CNA Controller 10Gb Ethernet FCoE iSCSI

Product Overview

General Information

Connectivity & Physical

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases