313560-013 HP NC6170 Dual-Port 64-bit PCI-X 1000SX Gigabit Network Card

The HP NC6170 Dual-Port 64-bit PCI-X Gigabit Network Card is typically deployed in server environments requiring reliable fiber-optic connectivity. IT administrators managing medium to large-scale data centers or enterprise server racks find it especially beneficial for enhancing network throughput without extensive infrastructure changes.

How It's Used:

• Integrating into HP rack-mounted servers to enable dual-port fiber connectivity for virtualization clusters.
• Upgrading network interfaces in storage area networks (SANs) to support high-speed data replication tasks.
• Deploying in enterprise IT environments to facilitate redundant gigabit links for critical application servers.
• Supporting edge computing nodes where low-latency, high-bandwidth connections are crucial for real-time processing.
• Enhancing network capacity in small to medium business (SMB) data centers leveraging existing PCI-X infrastructure.

This network card enhances operational efficiency by providing scalable fiber connectivity options compatible with legacy PCI-X slots. Its deployment helps maintain consistent network performance across demanding workloads while minimizing the need for broader hardware upgrades.