StarTech.com Dual Port 40G QSFP+ Network Card - Intel XL710 PCIe Fiber Ethernet NIC

StarTech Dual Port 40G QSFP+ Network Card - Intel XL710 Open QSFP+ Converged Adapter PCIe 40 Gigabit Fiber Ethernet Server 40GbE NIC

Upgrade your high-performance server or workstation with the StarTech.com PEX40GQSFDPI dual-port 40GbE QSFP+ network interface card. Designed with two open QSFP+ slots, this NIC enables seamless integration of high-bandwidth fiber optic connections supporting multimode and single-mode fiber, providing scalable and reliable network solutions. Built with an Intel XL710 controller, it ensures consistent data transfer speeds of up to 40Gbps per port, making it ideal for demanding applications such as data centers, virtualization environments, and high-speed data transfers. The PCIe 3.0 x8 interface guarantees optimal bandwidth utilization and compatibility with a wide range of server configurations. This card supports MSA compliant transceiver modules and direct attach cables, facilitating flexible deployment across various network architectures. Its advanced features include Data Center Bridging (DCB), virtualization offload, VLAN support, jumbo frames, PXE boot, and robust fault-tolerant redundancy, ensuring continuous operation in mission-critical environments. The dual port configuration allows for network redundancy or link aggregation, minimizing downtime and maximizing throughput. The NIC is tested and verified for performance using Spirent SmartBits, and it is compatible with major operating systems like Windows 7 through 10, Windows Server editions, Linux kernels, and VMware ESXi, making it a versatile choice for enterprise networks. Backed by a two-year warranty and free lifetime technical support from StarTech.com, this plug-in card combines reliability, scalability, and high-speed connectivity in a compact, low-profile form factor suitable for a variety of server setups. Whether upgrading existing infrastructure or designing new high-speed networks, this dual-port 40GbE NIC offers the performance and flexibility necessary for today's data-intensive applications.

Features:

• WIDE HYPEVISOR & OS COMPATIBILITY: Compatible with Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10; Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019; Linux kernels 3.x+; VMware ESXi 5.0 and up.

• FLEXIBLE: Supports MSA compliant QSFP+ transceivers and direct attach cables for various fiber types; compatible with leading switches, routers, and devices like Cisco and HPE.

• TESTED & VERIFIED PERFORMANCE: Validated with Spirent SmartBits, ensuring high-speed and reliable performance on leading servers such as Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant, and Lenovo ThinkSystem.

• TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: Features 2 open QSFP+ ports supporting 40 Gbps each, PCIe 3.0 x8 interface, jumbo frames up to 9K, VLAN, PXE boot, and full/low profile design.

• MSA COMPLIANT & HIGHLY SCALABLE: Supports multimode and single-mode fiber, enabling scalable network expansion with fiber optic modules and cables.

• RELIABLE AND REDUNDANT: Dual ports facilitate link aggregation or network redundancy, supporting high-availability environments with fault-tolerant connections.

• RUGGED AND DURABLE: Backed by a 2-year warranty, this NIC is designed for demanding enterprise applications, providing long-term performance and support.