614201-001 HPE 10GbE Dual Port Server Adapter

Overview of the Dual Port Adapter

The 614201-001 HPE 10GbE Dual Ports PCIe Adapter is designed to deliver high-speed Ethernet connectivity for demanding enterprise infrastructures, virtualization environments, cloud deployments, and data center applications. Built to provide exceptional throughput and dependable network performance, this adapter enables servers to communicate efficiently across high-bandwidth environments where reliability and scalability are critical requirements.

Specification

• Device Type: Dual-Port Network Adapter
• Form Factor: Plug-in Card
• Bus Interface: PCI Express 2.0 x8
• PCI Specification Revision: PCIe 2.0

Networking Capabilities

• Connection Technology: Wired
• Data Link Protocol: 10 Gigabit Ethernet
• Remote Management: SNMP
• RAM: 256 MB

Advanced Features

• Supports Full Duplex Operation
• IPv6 Compatibility
• TCP/IP Offloading
• Jumbo Frames Capability
• IPv4 Support
• PXE Boot Support
• Large Send Offload (LSO)
• Single Root I/O Virtualization (SR-IOV)

Standards Compliance

• IEEE 802.1Q
• IEEE 802.1P
• IEEE 802.3X
• IEEE 802.3AD (LACP)
• IEEE 802.3AE

Expansion and Connectivity Options

• Total Expansion Slots: 2
• Available Slots: 2 SFP+ Ports
• Compatible Slot Type: 1 PCI Express 2.0 x8

Supported Enterprise Applications

• Virtualization platforms.
• Cloud computing infrastructures.
• Database servers.
• Enterprise applications.
• Storage systems.
• Backup environments.
• Web hosting platforms.
• Business-critical services.
• High-performance computing.
• Private cloud deployments.

614201-001 HPE 10GbE Dual Ports PCIe Adapter

Organizations seeking enhanced network efficiency often deploy the HPE 10GbE Dual Ports PCIe Adapter to support increased traffic loads, storage communication, virtualization platforms, and mission-critical workloads. Its dual-port architecture provides additional flexibility and redundancy, allowing businesses to optimize network availability while reducing bottlenecks that can affect overall productivity. As enterprise workloads continue to expand, network adapters capable of supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet have become essential components in modern IT infrastructures. The 614201-001 adapter addresses these needs by combining high-speed data transfer capabilities with compatibility across a broad range of Hewlett Packard Enterprise servers and networking environments.

High-Speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet Performance

One of the major advantages of the 614201-001 HPE 10GbE Dual Ports PCIe Adapter is its ability to provide significantly higher bandwidth than traditional Gigabit Ethernet solutions. The 10GbE interface enables servers to process and transmit large amounts of data with minimal latency, making it ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications. Businesses operating virtual machines, database systems, storage area networks, and cloud infrastructures benefit from the increased throughput offered by 10 Gigabit Ethernet. Faster communication between servers and network devices contributes to improved application responsiveness and enhanced user experiences.

The adapter supports environments where large datasets, backups, multimedia applications, and enterprise software require consistent network performance. By minimizing congestion and improving packet handling efficiency, the adapter helps maximize server utilization and overall infrastructure effectiveness.

Benefits of 10GbE Technology

10 Gigabit Ethernet technology provides numerous benefits for organizations looking to modernize their networking capabilities. Compared with conventional 1GbE solutions, 10GbE offers dramatically increased bandwidth, reduced latency, and improved scalability.

Dual-Port Architecture for Enhanced Flexibility

The dual-port design of the 614201-001 HPE 10GbE Dual Ports PCIe Adapter allows organizations to create redundant network paths and improve overall network availability. Multiple connections help ensure continuous operations even if one link experiences issues. Dual ports also provide opportunities for load balancing, traffic segmentation, and network optimization. Administrators can distribute workloads across both interfaces to achieve better performance and resource utilization.

In mission-critical environments, redundant network connections contribute to increased uptime and business continuity. Organizations that depend on uninterrupted services often prioritize adapters with multiple ports to support failover mechanisms and high-availability configurations.

PCI Express Interface Integration

The PCI Express interface enables the 614201-001 HPE 10GbE Dual Ports PCIe Adapter to deliver high-performance communication between the network adapter and server motherboard. PCIe technology provides the bandwidth necessary to support demanding applications and high-speed network traffic. Modern servers rely on PCI Express expansion slots to accommodate advanced networking devices. The adapter integrates seamlessly into compatible systems and allows administrators to enhance network capabilities without extensive hardware modifications. PCIe architecture also contributes to lower latency and improved overall efficiency, ensuring that applications requiring rapid data transmission receive the resources necessary for optimal performance.

Compatibility with HPE Server Platforms

The 614201-001 HPE 10GbE Dual Ports PCIe Adapter is commonly deployed in various Hewlett Packard Enterprise server environments. Compatibility with enterprise-grade servers ensures stable operation and efficient integration into existing infrastructures. Organizations utilizing HPE ProLiant systems often choose genuine HPE networking components to maintain consistency and simplify system management. Original hardware components help ensure firmware compatibility, long-term reliability, and optimized performance. Server administrators benefit from streamlined deployment processes, simplified maintenance, and access to manufacturer-supported configurations. These factors contribute to lower operational risks and improved infrastructure stability.

Virtualization and Cloud Infrastructure Support

Virtualized environments demand high-performance network adapters capable of supporting multiple virtual machines simultaneously. The 614201-001 HPE 10GbE Dual Ports PCIe Adapter delivers the bandwidth necessary to accommodate increasing virtualization densities and complex workloads. Cloud computing infrastructures require reliable communication between physical servers, storage arrays, and networking devices. The adapter provides the throughput needed to support private cloud, hybrid cloud, and software-defined data center architectures. As organizations continue consolidating workloads through virtualization technologies, high-speed network adapters become increasingly important for maintaining responsiveness and ensuring efficient resource utilization.

Storage Networking Capabilities

Storage traffic represents one of the most demanding aspects of enterprise networking. The 614201-001 adapter provides the bandwidth required to support storage-intensive applications and high-capacity environments. Organizations implementing network-attached storage solutions, backup systems, and large databases depend on high-speed network connectivity to maintain acceptable performance levels. Faster communication between servers and storage devices improves data accessibility and reduces transfer times. The adapter's capabilities make it suitable for environments where storage performance directly influences business operations. Reliable connectivity helps ensure data availability and supports disaster recovery strategies.

Reliability and Network Availability

Enterprise environments require networking components that deliver consistent operation under demanding conditions. The 614201-001 HPE 10GbE Dual Ports PCIe Adapter is engineered to provide dependable connectivity for mission-critical applications and business operations. Network availability directly affects productivity, customer experiences, and organizational performance. By supporting redundant connections and high-speed communication, the adapter helps minimize downtime and improve operational resilience. Reliability becomes particularly important in environments where even brief interruptions can result in significant financial losses. High-quality networking hardware contributes to long-term infrastructure stability and reduced maintenance requirements.

Data Center Deployment Advantages

Modern data centers rely heavily on high-performance networking technologies to support growing workloads and increasing traffic demands. The 614201-001 HPE 10GbE Dual Ports PCIe Adapter enables efficient communication between servers, storage resources, and network infrastructure. High-density computing environments require scalable networking solutions capable of supporting evolving business requirements. The adapter provides the performance needed to maintain efficient operations while supporting future expansion initiatives. Organizations implementing digital transformation strategies often depend on high-speed network adapters to ensure seamless communication between infrastructure components. These adapters help optimize application performance and contribute to greater overall efficiency.

Data Center Benefits

The 614201-001 HPE 10GbE Dual Ports PCIe Adapter serves a wide range of industries and enterprise environments. Businesses requiring reliable and scalable network performance frequently deploy this adapter to support mission-critical applications and expanding workloads. Industries including healthcare, finance, education, telecommunications, manufacturing, and cloud service providers benefit from high-speed networking technologies that deliver low latency and dependable communication. Whether supporting virtualization, large-scale databases, storage environments, or enterprise applications, the adapter provides the flexibility and performance necessary to address evolving IT requirements.