XXV710DA2G1P5 Intel 2 Port Ethernet PCI E 3.0 X8 Network Adapter

Intel 2 Port Ethernet PCIE Network Adapter

The Intel XXV710DA2G1P5 Dual-Port Ethernet PCI-E 3.0 x8 Network Adapter is a high-speed solution designed for enterprise-grade networking, offering 25Gbps connectivity and advanced protocol support for modern workloads.

General Information

• Manufacturer: Intel
• Part Number: XXV710DA2G1P5
• Device Type: Network Adapter

Technical Information

• Form Factor: Plug-in Card - Low Profile
• Interface Type: PCI Express 3.0 x8
• Ports: 25 Gigabit SFP28 x 2
• Connectivity Technology: Wired
• Data Link Protocol: 25 Gigabit LAN
• Data Transfer Rate: 25 Gbps

Supported Protocols

• Network / Transport Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP/IP, iSCSI, SMB, NFS
• Remote Management Protocols: SNMP, RMON

Compliance Standards

• IEEE 802.1q
• IEEE 802.1p
• IEEE 802.3x
• IEEE 802.3ad (LACP)
• IEEE 802.3ae
• IEEE 802.1as
• IEEE 802.3az
• IEEE 802.1qbg
• IEEE 802.1qbh
• IEEE 802.3by
• IEEE 802.3bd

System Requirements

• Linux Kernel 2.6 and 4.x
• Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 (64-bit)
• Microsoft Windows Server 2012 / 2012 R2 (64-bit)
• Microsoft Windows Server 2016 (64-bit)
• VMware vSphere 5.1, 5.5
• VMware ESXi 6.0 Update 3, ESXi 6.5
• SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SP4, 12 SP1
• Ubuntu 14.04.x LTS (64-bit), Ubuntu 16.04 LTS
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.9, 7.3
• FreeBSD 10.3, FreeBSD 11

Physical Characteristics

• Height: 2.7 in
• Width: 6.6 in
• Depth: 0.6 in

Key Advantages

• High-speed 25Gbps throughput
• Dual-port SFP28 connectivity
• Broad OS and virtualization compatibility
• Enterprise-grade reliability and scalability

Intel XXV710DA2G1P5 2 Port 25GB Network Adapter Overview

The Intel XXV710DA2G1P5 2 Port Network Adapter 25GB Ethernet PCI Express 3.0 x8 is designed for organizations that require dependable, high-performance connectivity across modern server infrastructures. Built for demanding enterprise workloads, this dual-port Ethernet adapter delivers exceptional bandwidth, reduced latency, and advanced networking capabilities that help optimize virtualization, cloud computing, software-defined networking, and data-intensive business applications. As organizations continue migrating toward faster storage, virtualization, and distributed computing environments, 25 Gigabit Ethernet has become an ideal solution for balancing performance, scalability, and infrastructure costs.

This network adapter is engineered to provide efficient communication between servers, storage arrays, switches, and virtual machines. With dual 25Gb Ethernet ports, businesses can significantly increase available bandwidth while improving redundancy and overall network resilience. The PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface ensures sufficient throughput between the adapter and the host server, allowing the network hardware to operate at maximum efficiency without creating bottlenecks.

The Intel XXV710DA2G1P5 category is widely selected for enterprise data centers, virtualization clusters, cloud service providers, research laboratories, financial institutions, telecommunications networks, healthcare environments, educational campuses, and high-performance computing infrastructures where consistent network performance is essential.

Advanced 25 Gigabit Ethernet Performance

Optimized Network Throughput

The transition from 10 Gigabit Ethernet to 25 Gigabit Ethernet represents a significant improvement in networking efficiency. The Intel XXV710DA2G1P5 network adapter enables servers to process larger amounts of network traffic while maintaining consistent performance across demanding enterprise workloads. Applications that involve database synchronization, virtualization migration, storage replication, media streaming, AI processing, and large-scale analytics all benefit from higher network bandwidth.

Unlike older networking technologies that often require multiple adapters to achieve desired throughput, a dual-port 25Gb Ethernet adapter can provide exceptional bandwidth using fewer hardware resources. This simplifies server deployment while improving power efficiency and reducing cable management complexity.

Reduced Network Congestion

High-speed Ethernet adapters help minimize congestion during periods of heavy network activity. Multiple workloads can communicate simultaneously without excessive delays, improving application responsiveness and reducing waiting times for storage operations, virtual machine communication, and distributed computing environments.

Dual-Port Architecture for Enterprise Reliability

Two Independent High-Speed Ethernet Connections

The dual-port design allows servers to establish two independent network connections simultaneously. Organizations can dedicate separate interfaces for storage traffic, virtualization, application services, backup operations, or management networks. This separation improves network organization while increasing available bandwidth.

Network Redundancy

Redundant network paths help maintain service availability even if one physical connection experiences interruptions. Business-critical servers benefit from continuous connectivity, minimizing downtime and improving operational continuity. High availability environments frequently rely on multiple network interfaces to ensure uninterrupted communication.

Load Distribution Capabilities

Dual-port adapters enable balanced traffic distribution across multiple network links. By spreading workloads over separate interfaces, organizations can improve utilization while preventing individual connections from becoming overloaded during peak operational periods.

PCI Express 3.0 x8 Interface Advantages

High-Bandwidth Server Connectivity

The PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface provides the necessary communication bandwidth between the server motherboard and the network adapter. This high-speed interface ensures that network traffic flows efficiently without internal bus limitations affecting overall performance.

Modern enterprise servers rely on PCI Express technology to support high-speed networking, storage controllers, GPU accelerators, and other expansion devices. The Intel XXV710DA2G1P5 integrates seamlessly into compatible PCIe x8 slots while supporting enterprise server platforms designed for scalable infrastructure.

Improved Resource Utilization

Efficient PCIe communication allows processors to exchange data with the network adapter rapidly, reducing latency while improving overall application responsiveness. This becomes especially important in virtualization hosts running dozens or hundreds of virtual machines simultaneously.

Enterprise Data Center Networking

Supporting Modern Infrastructure

Today's enterprise data centers require networking hardware capable of handling increasingly complex workloads. Cloud applications, virtualization platforms, software-defined storage, and distributed computing generate significant east-west traffic between servers. The Intel XXV710DA2G1P5 network adapter is designed to support these communication patterns efficiently.

Rather than relying solely on traditional north-south traffic models, modern infrastructures involve continuous server-to-server communication. High-speed Ethernet adapters reduce communication delays while supporting scalable architectures capable of handling expanding business requirements.

Rack Server Deployments

Rack-mounted servers frequently utilize dual-port 25Gb Ethernet adapters for application hosting, virtualization clusters, storage networking, and high-speed backup environments. The compact PCIe design allows straightforward installation without requiring significant hardware modifications.

Virtualization Performance Optimization

Supporting Virtual Machine Density

Virtualization platforms continue increasing the number of virtual machines hosted on individual physical servers. Higher VM density places additional demands on network infrastructure, making fast Ethernet adapters increasingly important.

The Intel XXV710DA2G1P5 provides sufficient bandwidth for multiple virtual machines sharing physical network resources. Network-intensive workloads including database servers, application servers, web hosting environments, and containerized applications benefit from improved throughput.

Efficient VM Migration

Live migration technologies transfer running virtual machines between hosts with minimal interruption. High-speed network adapters significantly reduce migration duration, allowing administrators to perform maintenance, load balancing, and infrastructure upgrades more efficiently.

Container Networking

Container orchestration platforms generate large volumes of internal network communication. High-performance Ethernet adapters help maintain responsive container deployments while supporting microservices architectures and scalable cloud-native applications.

Cloud Computing Infrastructure

Scalable Cloud Networking

Cloud service providers require network adapters capable of supporting thousands of simultaneous customer workloads. The Intel XXV710DA2G1P5 enables scalable networking for public clouds, private clouds, and hybrid cloud deployments by delivering consistent bandwidth across diverse applications.

Cloud environments demand flexible networking that supports dynamic provisioning, virtual networking, storage communication, and workload mobility. High-speed Ethernet adapters contribute significantly to maintaining service quality while supporting continuous infrastructure expansion.

Software-Defined Networking Compatibility

Software-defined networking architectures separate network control from forwarding functions, enabling centralized management and greater operational flexibility. High-performance Ethernet adapters integrate effectively into SDN deployments by providing fast packet forwarding and reliable communication between infrastructure components.

Storage Networking Applications

Accelerating Storage Traffic

Enterprise storage environments rely heavily on fast network communication. Whether accessing network-attached storage, distributed storage systems, or software-defined storage platforms, high-speed Ethernet minimizes storage access delays while improving application responsiveness.

Large file transfers, backup operations, disaster recovery replication, and database synchronization all benefit from increased network throughput. The Intel XXV710DA2G1P5 helps maintain consistent storage performance across demanding enterprise environments.

Backup Infrastructure

Backup operations often involve transferring substantial volumes of business-critical data across the network. Dual-port 25Gb Ethernet significantly reduces backup windows while allowing organizations to complete scheduled data protection tasks more efficiently.

High-Performance Computing Environments

Scientific and Research Computing

Research institutions and engineering organizations frequently operate high-performance computing clusters requiring fast inter-node communication. Computational simulations, machine learning, genomic analysis, weather forecasting, and engineering modeling all depend upon reliable high-bandwidth networking.

The Intel XXV710DA2G1P5 supports these demanding environments by enabling rapid data movement between compute nodes, storage systems, and management servers.

Artificial Intelligence Workloads

Artificial intelligence and machine learning infrastructures continuously exchange training datasets, model parameters, and computational results. High-speed Ethernet adapters help reduce communication delays while supporting distributed GPU clusters and large-scale AI processing environments.

Network Security and Enterprise Reliability

Stable Enterprise Connectivity

Reliable networking hardware forms the foundation of secure enterprise communication. Consistent network performance supports authentication services, encrypted communications, identity management systems, and enterprise security platforms without unnecessary interruptions.

Business Continuity

Organizations depend upon reliable network hardware to maintain uninterrupted business operations. Dual-port Ethernet adapters provide flexible deployment options that contribute to resilient network architectures supporting mission-critical applications and essential business services.

Compatibility with Enterprise Operating Systems

Broad Platform Support

The Intel XXV710DA2G1P5 category is commonly deployed across enterprise operating systems including Windows Server, Linux distributions, VMware virtualization platforms, and other enterprise server environments. Broad compatibility simplifies deployment while reducing integration challenges within heterogeneous infrastructures.

Enterprise administrators appreciate standardized driver availability, management utilities, and consistent operational behavior across different server platforms, enabling easier maintenance and long-term infrastructure management.

Efficient Server Consolidation

Reducing Hardware Complexity

Modern enterprise servers increasingly consolidate workloads that previously required multiple physical systems. Higher-performance networking enables greater workload density while reducing the number of adapters required to achieve desired throughput. This simplifies cable management, lowers power consumption, and improves airflow within server racks.

Improved Resource Allocation

Efficient network communication allows processors, storage systems, and memory resources to operate more effectively together. Reduced network bottlenecks enable better utilization of expensive server hardware, maximizing return on infrastructure investments.

Enterprise Workload Optimization

Database Applications

Database servers continuously exchange information with application servers, storage systems, analytics platforms, and backup infrastructure. High-speed Ethernet minimizes communication delays while improving transaction processing efficiency for business-critical databases.

Media and Content Delivery

Organizations managing large multimedia libraries require dependable networking for transferring high-resolution images, video content, engineering drawings, and digital assets. Dual-port 25Gb Ethernet supports fast content movement across editing systems, storage arrays, and distribution platforms.

Financial and Transaction Processing

Financial institutions, payment processors, and trading environments demand consistent low-latency communication. Reliable enterprise networking hardware helps maintain predictable application performance while supporting continuous transaction processing throughout demanding operational schedules.