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X540T2 Intel Dual 10GbE 10GBase-T PCIe 2.1 x8 Network Adapter

SKU:
X540T2
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-speed network connections
  • Supports 10GBase-T standard over standard twisted-pair copper cables
  • PCI Express 2.1 x8 interface ensures fast data transfer to the host system
  • Compatible with Intel networking technology for reliable performance
In stock

$39.00

Product Overview

The X540T2 Intel 2-Ports 10Gb/s 10GBase-T PCI Express adapter provides dual high-speed Ethernet connections over copper cables, fitting into PCIe 2.1 x8 slots. It offers a practical solution for servers and workstations needing fast, reliable 10GbE connectivity without requiring fiber optics, commonly used in data centers and enterprise networks.

General Information

Brand Intel
Part Number X540T2

Technical Information

Chipset/Controller Intel X540
Virtualization Support SR-IOV, VMDq, NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed) 10GbE
Data Center Bridging Yes
Storage Over Ethernet iSCSI, FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet)
Interface (Bus) PCIe 2.0 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 iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height Both Brackets Included

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 WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, UL, TUV


Product Description

The X540T2 is a dual-port 10GbE network adapter designed to handle demanding network workloads with ease. It's commonly used in servers and high-performance workstations to provide fast and reliable network connectivity.

Built for data centers, virtualization environments, and enterprise networks, this card supports 10GBase-T connections over typical copper cabling, making it easier to upgrade existing infrastructure without rewiring.

Network administrators and IT professionals often rely on this adapter to deliver consistent throughput and low latency for applications that require heavy data transfers such as storage, virtualization, and cloud services.

Key Features

  • Provides two 10Gbps Ethernet ports compliant with 10GBase-T standard
  • Utilizes PCI Express 2.1 x8 slot for efficient communication with the system
  • Compatible with standard RJ-45 connectors and Cat6a/Cat7 cables
  • Supports advanced networking features like VLAN tagging and checksum offloading
  • Low power consumption without compromising network speeds

This adapter is typically found in environments where upgrading to 10GbE speeds is necessary without replacing existing copper-based cabling. It gives organizations a straightforward path to faster network performance while maintaining flexible deployment options.

By integrating this card, users benefit from improved network responsiveness and bandwidth handling, making it a solid choice for modern enterprise and data center setups.


Use Cases

The X540T2 Intel 2-Ports 10Gb/s 10GBase-T PCI Express adapter is ideal for IT environments demanding high-speed network throughput over existing copper infrastructure. It benefits organizations aiming to upgrade server and workstation connectivity without transitioning to fiber optics, particularly in environments with dense rack deployments and virtualization workloads.

How It's Used:

  • Enhancing data center server connectivity in virtualization clusters to support low-latency, high-bandwidth workloads.
  • Upgrading enterprise IT infrastructure for high-speed access to storage area networks and backup systems over copper cabling.
  • Deploying in edge computing nodes where fiber deployment is impractical, enabling efficient data aggregation.
  • Supporting SMB networks requiring scalable multi-gigabit Ethernet connections without extensive rewiring.
  • Facilitating high-performance computing workstations with dual 10GbE ports for accelerated data transfer and collaboration.

This adapter improves operational efficiency by leveraging existing copper infrastructure to deliver scalable 10GbE connectivity. It enables enterprises to meet evolving network demands while maintaining flexibility in rack and server deployments.


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X540T2 Intel Dual 10GbE 10GBase-T PCIe 2.1 x8 Network Adapter
X540T2 Intel Dual 10GbE 10GBase-T PCIe 2.1 x8 Network Adapter
$39.00