Name: N27204 Dell Broadcom 5720 2-Ports 1Gb/s RJ-45 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Half-Height Network Interface Card
Brand: Dell
SKU: N27204
Price: 167.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (114 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell Broadcom 5720 2-Ports 1Gb/s RJ-45 PCI Express network card delivers dependable wired connectivity through its dual Ethernet ports. It fits into a PCIe 2.0 x1 slot, making it suitable for a variety of Dell servers and workstations that require stable network access without occupying much physical space.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	N27204

Technical Information
Chipset/Controller	Broadcom 5720 (BCM5720)
Data Rate (Speed)	1GbE
Data Center Bridging	No
Number of Ports	2-Port (Dual)
OS Compatibility	RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management	SNMP
Offload Support	PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height	Low Profile (Half Height)

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	Standard PCIe Card
Port Type	RJ-45 (Copper)
Cabling Type	Cat6a
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
This Dell Broadcom 5720 Network Interface Card offers dual 1Gb/s RJ-45 ports designed to handle standard network demands in servers and workstations. It provides stable wired connectivity for environments where dependable network access is critical. Often found in data centers and enterprise setups, the card supports multiple network applications including virtualization and storage networking. IT administrators and system builders typically use this card to add or upgrade Ethernet capabilities in Dell systems. Key Features Equipped with Broadcom 5720 chipset for optimized network performance Dual-port design allows for link aggregation or network redundancy Compatible with PCIe 2.0 x1 slots ensuring easy installation Half-height size suits space-constrained server chassis Supports standard Ethernet protocols for seamless integration This card is commonly deployed in Dell PowerEdge servers and other compatible systems where reliable wired connectivity is essential. Its dual ports allow for flexible network configurations, making it a practical choice for growing network demands. In real-world use, it provides consistent data throughput and helps maintain network uptime without requiring complex setup, fitting well in small to medium-sized business networks.

Use Cases
The Dell Broadcom 5720 2-Ports 1Gb/s RJ-45 PCI Express network interface card is designed for environments that demand reliable wired network connectivity with limited expansion space. It is particularly beneficial for IT professionals managing compact servers or workstations where dual Ethernet ports enable network redundancy or segmentation without requiring full-sized slots. How It's Used: Deploying in remote office servers to provide stable dual network connections for business continuity and load balancing. Integrating into virtualization hosts within SMB data centers to ensure dedicated network paths for multiple virtual machines. Enhancing network throughput and reliability in edge computing devices requiring compact, low-latency interfaces. Supporting storage clusters in enterprise environments by offering additional network interfaces for iSCSI or NAS traffic segmentation. Upgrading compact rack-mounted workstations used by IT administrators for multi-network monitoring and management tasks. This network card supports operational efficiency by enabling multi-port connectivity in tight form factors, facilitating scalability in network design without expanding chassis size. Its use in diverse deployment scenarios ensures consistent performance for critical workloads and optimized network traffic handling.

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N27204 Dell Broadcom 5720 2-Ports 1Gb/s RJ-45 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Half-Height Network Interface Card

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