HPE 629135-B22 1GB Quad Ports 4 x 1000 RJ-45 PCI-E 2.0 Server Adapter

Overview of the HPE Ethernet Network Adapter 

The HPE 629135-B22 Server Adapter is equipped with 4 x 1000 RJ-45 ports, which are essential for establishing network connections. These ports allow users to connect their server to local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) through Ethernet cables. The 4 x 1000 RJ-45 ports provide users with multiple options for connectivity, making it easier to connect to various devices and networks simultaneously.

Features of the HPE Network Adapter

• Device Type: Network Adapter
• Form Factor: Plug-in Card
• Interface Type: PCI Express 2.0 x4
• Ports: 4 Gigabit Ethernet Ports
• Connectivity Technology: Wired
• Data Transfer Rate: 1 Gbps
• Compliance: IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.1q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.1as, IEEE 802.3az

Network Capabilities

• Data Link Protocol: 10Mb LAN, 100Mb LAN, Gigabit Ethernet
• Network Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP/IP
• Remote Management: SNMP
• Status Indicators: Link Activity, Port Transmission Speed

Advanced Features

• VLAN Support for enhanced network segmentation
• Full Duplex Mode for simultaneous data sending and receiving
• Jumbo Frames Support for larger data packets and better network efficiency
• PXE Boot Support for remote system booting
• Large Send Offload (LSO) to offload TCP packet segmentation from the CPU
• Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) for reduced power consumption
• TCP Segmentation Offload (TSO) for increased network performance
• Extended MSI-X for improved interrupt handling
• TCP/UDP Checksum Offload for faster network packet processing

Networking Standards and Compliance

• IEEE 802.3: Ethernet Standard
• IEEE 802.3u: Fast Ethernet
• IEEE 802.1q: Virtual LANs (VLANs)
• IEEE 802.3ab: Gigabit Ethernet over copper
• IEEE 802.3x: Flow control for Ethernet
• IEEE 802.3ad (LACP): Link Aggregation Control Protocol
• IEEE 802.1as: Time Synchronization Protocol
• IEEE 802.3az: Energy Efficient Ethernet

Expansion and Connectivity

• Expansion Slot: 1 x FlexibleLOM
• Ethernet Interfaces: 4 x 1000 Mbps RJ-45

Connectivity and Protocol Support

• Wired Connection: Reliable and fast Ethernet connectivity for enterprise networks
• Gigabit Ethernet: Achieves high-speed network performance with 1 Gbps data transfer
• Remote Management: Efficient management through SNMP protocol

Hypervisor Compatibility

• VMware ESXi environments
• Microsoft Hyper-V platforms
• Linux KVM virtualization
• Citrix XenServer deployments

OS Compatibility

• Microsoft Windows Server
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
• Ubuntu Server
• VMware ESXi
• Oracle Linux
• CentOS environments

HPE 629135-B22 1GB Quad Ports Server Adapter

The HPE 629135-B22 1GB Quad Ports 4 x 1000 RJ-45 PCI-E 2.0 Server Adapter is designed to provide reliable Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for enterprise servers, virtualization environments, cloud infrastructures, and business-critical applications. Featuring four independent 10/100/1000Base-T RJ-45 ports and a PCI Express 2.0 interface, this network adapter enhances bandwidth availability while supporting redundancy and improved traffic distribution.

Organizations requiring scalable network connectivity often deploy quad-port Gigabit adapters to increase throughput and provide flexible connectivity options. The HPE 629135-B22 network card offers excellent compatibility with HPE ProLiant servers and supports numerous operating systems and enterprise workloads.

Quad-Port Gigabit Ethernet Architecture

The four-port configuration allows administrators to separate workloads and improve network efficiency. Each RJ-45 interface operates independently, providing dedicated connectivity for management traffic, application traffic, storage communications, and virtual machine environments. By distributing workloads across multiple interfaces, businesses can reduce congestion and maintain consistent performance during peak traffic periods.

Independent Network Paths

The four Gigabit interfaces create separate communication channels that improve availability and help maintain network operations even when one connection experiences issues.

Enhanced Throughput Distribution

Network-intensive applications benefit from balanced traffic allocation across multiple Ethernet ports, improving overall data flow efficiency.

PCI Express 2.0 Interface Advantages

The HPE 629135-B22 adapter utilizes PCI Express 2.0 technology to provide sufficient bandwidth between the network controller and server motherboard. PCIe 2.0 ensures low latency and efficient packet processing for enterprise applications.

High-Speed Communication

The PCI-E architecture enables efficient movement of data between system resources and network interfaces, minimizing bottlenecks that may affect server responsiveness.

Reliable Enterprise Connectivity

PCI Express technology delivers dependable performance suitable for database servers, virtualization clusters, file servers, and application infrastructures.

Four RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet Ports

Each port supports standard twisted-pair Ethernet cabling and automatic speed negotiation. The adapter provides compatibility with existing network infrastructure, reducing upgrade costs and simplifying deployment.

10 Mbps Support

Legacy devices can operate at 10 Mbps speeds, ensuring backward compatibility with older network environments.

100 Mbps Connectivity

Fast Ethernet support enables integration with equipment operating at 100Base-T speeds.

1000 Mbps Gigabit Networking

Gigabit Ethernet performance allows servers to deliver high-speed communication for demanding workloads and business applications.

Transmit Load Balancing

Outgoing traffic can be distributed among available interfaces, allowing organizations to maximize available bandwidth.

Receive Side Scaling

Multiple processors can participate in packet processing, improving overall server efficiency and reducing CPU bottlenecks.

Fault Tolerance and Network Redundancy

Business continuity depends on uninterrupted connectivity. The HPE 629135-B22 adapter supports failover technologies that provide backup communication paths when a primary connection becomes unavailable.

Automatic Failover

Secondary interfaces can assume network operations without manual intervention, helping maintain application availability.

Continuous Connectivity

Redundant network links minimize downtime and increase overall infrastructure resilience.

Virtualization Support

Modern data centers rely heavily on virtualization technologies. The HPE 629135-B22 network adapter is optimized for virtual environments and supports efficient traffic handling for multiple virtual machines.

Virtual Machine Traffic Separation

Administrators can dedicate ports to specific workloads, improving performance and simplifying network management.

Compatibility with HPE ProLiant Servers

The HPE 629135-B22 server adapter integrates seamlessly with various HPE ProLiant systems, making it an excellent solution for expanding network capabilities.

Enterprise Application Support

The adapter is suitable for a wide variety of enterprise workloads and data center applications.

Database Servers

Reliable network communication helps maintain efficient access to databases and transaction systems.

File Servers

Multiple Gigabit ports provide improved throughput for shared storage environments and file transfer operations.

Web Hosting Platforms

Hosting providers benefit from enhanced bandwidth distribution and network availability.

Application Servers

Business applications require stable connectivity, which is supported through the quad-port architecture.

Advanced Network Technologies

TCP/IP Offload Engine

TCP processing tasks can be offloaded from the CPU, allowing server processors to focus on application workloads.

Checksum Offloading

Hardware-based checksum calculations improve packet processing efficiency.

Interrupt Moderation

Reduced interrupt overhead contributes to better system responsiveness and lower processor utilization.

Jumbo Frame Support

Larger packet sizes improve efficiency for storage networks and high-volume data transfers.

Energy Efficiency Features

Efficient network controllers contribute to reduced power consumption while maintaining reliable performance. Energy-saving technologies help organizations lower operational costs and improve sustainability initiatives.

Reduced Power Usage

Optimized components help minimize electricity consumption across server infrastructures.

Lower Heat Generation

Efficient operation contributes to improved thermal management within data center environments.

Standard Form Factor

The card fits standard PCI Express slots and supports various server chassis configurations.

RJ-45 Connector Design

Widely adopted Ethernet cabling standards simplify installation and reduce deployment complexity.

Enterprise Data Centers

Organizations deploy quad-port adapters to support mission-critical applications and high-availability infrastructures.

Private Cloud Environments

Cloud platforms benefit from scalable and redundant network resources.

Backup Servers

High-speed network interfaces facilitate efficient backup and recovery operations.

Storage Networks

Gigabit connectivity supports communication between servers and network-attached storage devices.

Virtualization Clusters

Hypervisor platforms require multiple network interfaces to manage virtual machines effectively.