XL710QDA2 Intel Dual 40Gb/s QSFP+ PCIe 3.0 x8 Low-Profile Network Adapter

This Intel XL710QDA2 network adapter card provides two QSFP+ ports capable of 40Gb/s speeds, making it suitable for demanding data center and server applications. It is commonly used in environments where high bandwidth and low latency are critical, such as virtualized servers or high-performance computing clusters.

Built for IT professionals and system integrators, this card supports converged networking, combining Ethernet and storage traffic over a single interface to simplify infrastructure and improve efficiency.

Key Features

• High-bandwidth dual 40Gb/s QSFP+ ports for fast data throughput
• PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface enabling efficient data exchange with the host
• Compact low-profile design suited for dense server configurations
• Supports multiple protocols including Ethernet and storage networking
• Optimized for virtualization and cloud computing environments

This adapter is often seen in data centers where space and performance are priorities, like in blade servers or rackmount systems. Its use helps servers handle large data flows smoothly, reducing bottlenecks and improving overall network reliability.

By integrating storage and Ethernet traffic on a single card, it simplifies network setups and can reduce hardware requirements, making it a practical choice for organizations aiming to streamline their infrastructure.