Intel X540T2 10GbE Dual Port Server Adapter

Simplify Your Network Migration with Intel X540T2

The Intel X540T2 Dual Port Ethernet Converged Network Adapter is designed to simplify your transition to 10 GbE while providing advanced features like iSCSI, FCoE, and virtualization. With its flexible port partitioning and backward compatibility with Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) switches and Cat 6A cabling, this adapter ensures a seamless migration process.

Key Features

• Dual-port 10 GbE Ethernet adapter for high-bandwidth applications
• Backward compatible with 1 GbE networks for smooth migration
• Supports iSCSI, FCoE, and virtualization for unified networking
• Integrated MAC and PHY for reduced power consumption
• Virtualization Technology for connectivity (Intel VT-c) for enhanced I/O virtualization
• Flexible Port Partitioning (FPP) for Quality of Service (QoS)

Enhanced Network Performance and Virtualization

The Intel X540T2 adapter delivers efficient 10 GbE network performance and reliable RJ-45 connectivity for distances up to 328 feet (100 meters). With Intel VT-c, it provides advanced I/O virtualization and QoS features, making it ideal for virtualized server environments.

By supporting FPP, the adapter allows administrators to assign up to 63 processes per port to virtual functions in Linux, ensuring equal bandwidth distribution and QoS. This feature enables efficient network management and optimization.

Unified Networking Solutions

The Intel X540T2 adapter supports unified networking, allowing you to combine LAN and SAN traffic onto a single network fabric. You can choose from NFS, iSCSI, or Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) to carry both network and storage traffic at speeds of up to 10 Gb/s. This converged networking capability is available without additional costs or licensing fees.

iSCSI extends the familiarity of Ethernet to storage networking, making it a reliable method for connecting servers to iSCSI SANs. The Open-FCoE architecture, combined with FCoE initiators in various operating systems, delivers high-performance FCoE solutions using standard 10 GbE Ethernet adapters.

Upgrade your network infrastructure with the Intel X540T2 adapter and experience the benefits of simplified migration, enhanced performance, and unified networking.