HPE 665246-B21 10GB Dual-Ports PCI Express Ethernet Network Adapter

Product Overview for HPE 665246-B21

The HPE 665246-B21 is a high-performance network adapter designed to enhance data transfer speeds and connectivity in various computing environments. Built to meet demanding network requirements, this device supports wired connections, enabling reliable and fast data transmission.

Key Product Details

• Manufacturer: HPE
• Part Number: 665246-B21
• Product Type: Network Adapter

Technical Specifications

• Device Type: Dual-Port Network Adapter
• Interface: PCI Express 2.0 x8
• Networking Type: Wired Connectivity

Networking Features

• Supported Protocols: 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 10 Gbps
• Additional Features:
  • Wake on LAN (WOL) support
  • Quality of Service (QoS) for enhanced traffic management
  • Jumbo Frames for efficient data transmission
  • Virtual Machine Device Queues (VMDQ) for optimized virtualization
  • Teaming Support for increased bandwidth
  • PXE (Preboot Execution Environment) Support
  • Receive Side Scaling (RSS) for improved parallel processing
  • Single Root I/O Virtualization (SR-IOV) for high-performance virtual machines
  • Tagged VLAN for network segmentation
  • Extended Message-Signaled Interrupts (MSI-X) for reduced latency

Compliance and Standards

• Complies with IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab standards
• Supports IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), and IEEE 802.3ae
• Additional compliance with IEEE 802.1AS, IEEE 802.3ap, IEEE 802.1Qbb, IEEE 802.1Qaz, and IEEE 802.1Qau

Expansion and Connectivity

This network adapter is designed to fit into a compatible expansion slot, ensuring it can seamlessly integrate with existing systems.

• Compatible Slot: 1 x Expansion Slot

Why Choose the HPE 665246-B21 Network Adapter?

• Optimized for both Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance
• Ensures high-speed data transfer and enhanced network connectivity
• Ideal for businesses seeking a reliable, scalable networking solution

Ports

The HPE 665246-B21 Ethernet Network Adapter is equipped with dual ports, making it an ideal choice for users who require high-speed connectivity and increased capacity for their network infrastructure. With dual ports, users can enjoy enhanced flexibility and performance, enabling them to handle larger workloads and transfer data more efficiently.

Increased Bandwidth

The dual ports feature of the HPE 665246-B21 Ethernet Network Adapter allows for increased bandwidth, which is crucial for organizations that deal with large volumes of data. Whether it's transferring files, streaming media, or running bandwidth-intensive applications, having dual ports ensures that users can achieve faster data transfer speeds and reduce latency.

By distributing the network traffic across two separate ports, the adapter effectively doubles the available bandwidth. This means that users can experience seamless connectivity even during peak usage periods, ensuring that their network remains efficient and responsive.

Load Balancing

Another advantage of the dual ports feature is load balancing. Load balancing allows network administrators to evenly distribute the network traffic across multiple ports, preventing any single port from becoming overwhelmed. This ensures that the network operates at optimal levels and prevents bottlenecks that can hinder performance.

Load balancing also improves network reliability by providing redundancy. In the event that one port fails or experiences issues, the traffic can be automatically redirected to the other port, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity and minimizing downtime.

Network Segmentation

Dual ports also enable network segmentation, allowing organizations to separate different types of traffic onto different networks or VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks). This segmentation provides enhanced security and performance by isolating critical traffic from non-critical traffic.

For example, an organization may choose to segment their voice-over-IP (VoIP) traffic onto a separate network to prioritize its performance and ensure clear communication. With dual ports, users can easily set up and manage these segmented networks, optimizing their network infrastructure to meet specific requirements.

Interface

The HPE 665246-B21 Ethernet Network Adapter utilizes a PCI Express interface, offering users a high-speed and reliable connection to their server or workstation. The PCI Express interface is widely adopted in modern computer systems due to its numerous benefits and compatibility with various hardware configurations.

High-Speed Connectivity

The PCI Express interface provides users with high-speed connectivity, allowing for faster data transfer rates compared to older interfaces such as PCI or PCI-X. This is particularly important for bandwidth-intensive applications and data-intensive workloads, where the ability to quickly move large amounts of data is crucial.

With the HPE 665246-B21 Ethernet Network Adapter's PCI Express interface, users can take full advantage of the available bandwidth, enabling them to achieve optimal network performance and reduce latency. Whether it's transferring large files, streaming high-definition media, or running virtualized environments, the PCI Express interface ensures smooth and efficient operations.

Flexibility and Scalability

The PCI Express interface offers users flexibility and scalability when it comes to expanding their network infrastructure. With multiple PCI Express slots available on most modern servers and workstations, users can easily add additional network adapters without the need for complex configurations or hardware upgrades.

This flexibility allows organizations to adapt their network infrastructure to changing needs and requirements. Whether it's adding more ports for increased connectivity or upgrading to faster network adapters, the PCI Express interface ensures that users can easily scale their network without disrupting existing operations.

Compatibility

The PCI Express interface is widely supported by various hardware vendors, making it compatible with a wide range of server and workstation models. This compatibility ensures that users can seamlessly integrate the HPE 665246-B21 Ethernet Network Adapter into their existing systems without any compatibility issues or driver conflicts.

Additionally, the PCI Express interface is backward compatible with older versions of PCI Express, allowing users to utilize the adapter in systems that may have older PCI Express slots. This backward compatibility ensures that users can leverage the benefits of the HPE 665246-B21 Ethernet Network Adapter regardless of their hardware configuration.

Capacity

The HPE 665246-B21 Ethernet Network Adapter offers a capacity of 10GB, making it an ideal choice for users who require high-speed connectivity and increased network performance. With its impressive capacity, users can handle demanding workloads, transfer large files, and support bandwidth-intensive applications with ease.

Improved Data Transfer

The 10GB capacity of the HPE 665246-B21 Ethernet Network Adapter allows for significantly faster data transfer rates compared to traditional 1GB network adapters. This is particularly beneficial for organizations that deal with large volumes of data on a regular basis, such as those involved in data-intensive industries like media production, scientific research, or financial services.

With the increased capacity, users can transfer data more quickly, reducing transfer times and improving overall productivity. Whether it's transferring large files between servers, backing up critical data, or replicating databases, the 10GB capacity ensures that users can complete these tasks in a fraction of the time compared to lower capacity adapters.

Network Consolidation

The 10GB capacity also enables network consolidation, allowing organizations to reduce the number of physical network connections required. With higher capacity adapters, organizations can leverage virtualization technologies to create virtual networks, eliminating the need for multiple physical connections and reducing cable clutter.

By consolidating the network infrastructure, organizations can streamline their operations, reduce hardware costs, and simplify network management. This is particularly beneficial in data centers or server rooms where space is limited, and efficient use of resources is crucial.

Future-Proofing

The 10GB capacity of the HPE 665246-B21 Ethernet Network Adapter ensures that users are prepared for future network advancements and increasing bandwidth requirements. As technology continues to evolve, the demand for higher network speeds and capacity will only increase.

By investing in a high-capacity adapter like the HPE 665246-B21 Ethernet Network Adapter, users can future-proof their network infrastructure and avoid costly upgrades or replacements down the line. Whether it's supporting emerging technologies like virtual reality or accommodating the growing number of connected devices, the 10GB capacity ensures that users can meet future demands without compromising performance.