767078-001 HPE CN1200E 10GB 2Port Converged Network Adapter

HPE 10GB Dual-Port Network Adapter

The HPE 767078-001 StoreFabric CN1200E is a high-performance converged network adapter designed to deliver reliable connectivity, fast data transfer, and seamless integration with HPE ProLiant servers.

General Information

• Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
• Part Number: 767078-001
• Device Type: Network Adapter

Technical Specifications

Category and Sub-Category

• Category: HP Networking
• Sub-Category: Ethernet Adapter
• Generation: CN1200E

Form Factor and Interface

• Form Factor: Plug-In Card
• Interface Type: PCI Express 3.0 x8

Performance and Protocols

• Data Link Protocols: 10GB CEE, Fibre Channel, FCoE
• Data Transfer Rate: 10GB/s
• Ports: Dual Port
• Connectivity Technology: Wired
• Network Transport Protocol: iSCSI

Compatibility with HPE ProLiant Servers

ProLiant DL Series

• DL20 G9, G10, G10+, G11
• DL60 G9
• DL80 G9
• DL120 G5, G6, G7, G9
• DL145 G11
• DL160 G5, G5p, G6, G8, G9, G10
• DL165 G5, G5p, G6, G7
• DL170e G6
• DL180 G5, G6, G9, G10
• DL320 G5, G5p, G6, G8, G11, G12
• DL325 G10, G10+, G11
• DL340 G12
• DL345 G10+, G11, G12
• DL360 G8e, G8p, G9, G10, G10+, G11, G12
• DL365 G5, G10+, G11
• DL380 G8e, G8p, G9, G10, G10+, G11, G11a, G12, G12a
• DL384 G12
• DL385 G6, G7, G8p, G10, G10+, G11
• DL388 G9, G10
• DL560 G8, G9, G10, G11
• DL580 G5, G7, G8, G9, G10, G12
• DL585 G5, G6, G7
• DL785 G5, G6
• DL980 G7

ProLiant DX Series

• DX380 G10

ProLiant ML Series

• ML30 G9, G10, G10+, G11
• ML110 G5, G7, G9, G10, G11
• ML115 G5
• ML150 G5, G6, G9
• ML310 G5, G5p, G8e
• ML330 G6
• ML350 G8e, G8p, G9, G10, G11, G12
• ML370 G5, G6
• ML570 G5

ProLiant RL Series

• RL300 G11

ProLiant SL Series

• SL160z G6
• SL165s G7
• SL165z G6, G7
• SL170s G6
• SL170z G6
• SL230s G8
• SL250s G8
• SL270s G8
• SL2x170z G6
• SL335s G7
• SL390s G7
• SL4540 G8
• SL4545 G7

ProLiant BL Series

• BL280c G6
• BL2x220c G5, G7
• BL420c G8
• BL460c G6, G7, G8, G9, G10
• BL465c G6, G7, G8
• BL620c G7
• BL660c G8, G9
• BL680c G5, G7
• BL685c G6, G7

ProLiant XL Series

• XL170r G9
• XL190r G9
• XL220a G8
• XL230a G9
• XL250a G9
• XL450 G9
• XL730f G9
• XL740f G9
• XL750f G9

767078-001 CN1200E 10GB 2-Port Network Adapter Overview

The HPE 767078-001 StoreFabric CN1200E 10GB 2-Port Converged Network Adapter represents a critical advancement in modern data center networking, enabling organizations to achieve high-speed connectivity, streamlined infrastructure, and optimized performance across both storage and network traffic. Designed for enterprise-grade environments, this converged network adapter (CNA) combines Ethernet and storage networking capabilities into a single interface, significantly reducing hardware complexity while maximizing throughput and efficiency. As businesses increasingly adopt virtualization, cloud computing, and software-defined architectures, the demand for reliable, scalable, and high-performance networking components continues to rise, positioning this adapter as a vital solution within the category of advanced network interface technologies.

Understanding Converged Network Adapter Technology

A converged network adapter like the HPE 767078-001 CN1200E is engineered to merge multiple networking functions into a unified interface. Traditionally, servers required separate network interface cards (NICs) for Ethernet traffic and host bus adapters (HBAs) for storage communication such as Fibre Channel. This separation increased hardware costs, power consumption, and management complexity. The converged model eliminates these inefficiencies by supporting protocols such as Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), allowing both data and storage traffic to travel over a single high-speed Ethernet connection.

Role in Modern Data Centers

In contemporary IT environments, the need for consolidation and efficiency has never been greater. Data centers are evolving toward hyper-converged and software-defined infrastructures, where flexibility and scalability are essential. The HPE CN1200E adapter supports these trends by enabling high-bandwidth communication channels while reducing the physical footprint of networking hardware. By integrating networking and storage functions, organizations can simplify cabling, minimize latency, and enhance overall system performance.

Advantages of Convergence

The convergence of networking and storage functions provides multiple benefits, including reduced capital expenditure, simplified infrastructure management, and improved energy efficiency. With fewer components required, organizations can achieve cleaner server architectures and more efficient cooling strategies. Additionally, unified management tools allow IT administrators to monitor and configure network and storage traffic from a single interface, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing the likelihood of configuration errors.

Dual-Port 10Gb Connectivity

The inclusion of two 10Gb ports allows for redundancy, load balancing, and increased throughput. This dual-port configuration ensures high availability, enabling continuous operation even in the event of a port failure. It also allows organizations to segment traffic or aggregate bandwidth, depending on their specific network design requirements. The high-speed connectivity supports rapid data transfers, reducing bottlenecks and improving application responsiveness.

Offload Engine Capabilities

One of the defining features of this adapter is its ability to offload processing tasks from the host CPU. Functions such as TCP/IP processing, checksum calculations, and storage protocol handling are managed directly by the adapter. This offloading reduces CPU utilization, allowing servers to allocate more resources to application workloads. The result is improved system performance and increased efficiency across the data center.

Compatibility and Integration

The HPE 767078-001 adapter is designed to integrate seamlessly with a variety of HPE server platforms, including ProLiant and BladeSystem environments. Its compatibility with industry-standard operating systems and virtualization platforms ensures flexibility in deployment, allowing organizations to incorporate it into existing infrastructures without significant modifications.

Support for Virtualization Platforms

Virtualization has become a cornerstone of modern IT strategies, enabling efficient resource utilization and simplified management. The CN1200E adapter supports leading virtualization platforms, providing features such as virtual NICs, network partitioning, and enhanced traffic management. These capabilities allow administrators to allocate bandwidth dynamically and ensure consistent performance for virtual machines.

Cloud Computing Environments

Cloud infrastructures require high-speed connectivity and efficient resource management to support dynamic workloads. The CN1200E adapter enables rapid data transfer between servers and storage systems, ensuring that cloud services remain responsive and scalable. Its ability to handle both network and storage traffic simplifies cloud architecture and reduces operational complexity.

Database and Analytics Workloads

Data-intensive applications such as databases and analytics platforms demand high throughput and low latency. The adapter’s performance capabilities ensure that large volumes of data can be processed and efficiently. This is particularly important for real-time analytics, where delays can impact decision-making processes.

Data Integrity and Error Handling

The adapter includes mechanisms for error detection and correction, ensuring that data is transmitted accurately across the network. These features help maintain data integrity and prevent corruption, which is essential for mission-critical applications.

High Availability Design

Redundancy features such as dual ports and failover capabilities ensure that network connectivity is maintained even in the event of hardware failures. This high availability design is crucial for environments where downtime is not acceptable.