HPE 538696-B21 Quad Port Gigabit Server Network Interface PCI Express Adapter

Interface

The HPE 538696-B21 Quad Port Gigabit Server Network Interface is equipped with the advanced PCI Express interface, which offers users a range of benefits and ensures optimal performance for their networking needs.

High-Speed Data Transfer

PCI Express is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard that provides faster data transfer rates compared to its predecessors. With the HPE 538696-B21, users can take advantage of the PCIe interface to achieve lightning-fast data transfer speeds, enabling quick and efficient communication between the server and the network.

The high-speed data transfer capability of the PCI Express interface is particularly important for businesses that rely on large amounts of data to be transferred swiftly. Whether it's transferring files, streaming media, or running bandwidth-intensive applications, the HPE 538696-B21 ensures that data is transmitted rapidly, reducing latency and improving overall network performance.

Improved Scalability

The PCI Express interface also offers improved scalability compared to older bus architectures. It allows for easy expansion and integration of additional network interfaces into existing systems, enabling businesses to adapt and grow their network infrastructure as needed.

With the HPE 538696-B21, users can easily add or upgrade multiple network interfaces using the available PCIe slots on their servers. This scalability ensures that businesses can meet their increasing bandwidth requirements without having to invest in entirely new systems, saving both time and money.

Flexibility

Flexibility is another significant advantage of the PCI Express interface. It supports different form factors, making it compatible with a wide range of server models. Whether you have a tower server or a rack-mounted server, the HPE 538696-B21 can easily be installed and integrated into your existing infrastructure.

This flexibility allows businesses to choose the server model that best suits their needs without worrying about compatibility issues. The HPE 538696-B21 can seamlessly fit into various server configurations, ensuring a hassle-free installation process.

Backward Compatibility

While the PCI Express interface offers cutting-edge technology and superior performance, it is also backward compatible with older PCI and PCI-X standards. This backward compatibility ensures that the HPE 538696-B21 is compatible with a wide range of servers, even those that do not support the latest PCIe standard.

By supporting backward compatibility, the HPE 538696-B21 allows businesses to upgrade their network interfaces without having to replace their entire server infrastructure. This provides a cost-effective solution for organizations looking to enhance their network capabilities without significant investments.

Ports

The HPE 538696-B21 Quad Port Gigabit Server Network Interface comes equipped with four ports, providing users with multiple benefits and increased flexibility for their networking requirements.

Enhanced Network Performance

The presence of four ports on the HPE 538696-B21 significantly enhances network performance for users. With multiple ports available, businesses can distribute network traffic across different connections, reducing congestion and improving overall network efficiency.

By spreading the workload across multiple ports, the HPE 538696-B21 ensures that each connection has sufficient bandwidth to transmit data effectively. This feature is particularly crucial for businesses that rely on high-speed and reliable network connections to support critical applications and services.

Redundancy and Failover

The four ports on the HPE 538696-B21 also provide redundancy and failover capabilities. Redundancy ensures that if one port fails or experiences issues, the remaining ports can continue to handle network traffic seamlessly.

This failover capability is vital for businesses that cannot afford downtime or disruptions in their network connectivity. With the HPE 538696-B21, users can enjoy uninterrupted network access, as the device automatically switches to the available ports in case of a failure.

Load Balancing

The HPE 538696-B21 supports load balancing across its four ports. Load balancing distributes network traffic evenly across all available ports, preventing any single port from becoming overwhelmed with excessive data transfer requests.

By distributing the workload, load balancing ensures optimal performance for each port and prevents bottlenecks. This feature is particularly beneficial for businesses that handle heavy network traffic or have multiple users accessing the network simultaneously.

Network Segmentation

The presence of four ports on the HPE 538696-B21 allows for network segmentation, enabling businesses to create separate networks or VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks). Network segmentation enhances security and performance by isolating specific devices or groups of devices.

By creating separate networks, businesses can control access to sensitive data, improve network performance by reducing broadcast traffic, and enhance overall network security. The HPE 538696-B21's support for network segmentation provides users with the flexibility to design and implement customized network architectures tailored to their specific needs.