870511-001 HPE 563SFP+ Quad-Ports 10GBPS Ethernet Network Adapter

HPE 870511-001 4-Ports 10Gbps Ethernet Adapter 563SFP+ 

The HPE 870511-001 Quad-Ports 10Gbps Ethernet Network Adapter 563SFP+ is a high-performance, enterprise-grade networking solution engineered to meet the demands of modern data centers, cloud computing environments, virtualization clusters, and high-throughput server infrastructures. Designed to deliver reliable and scalable connectivity, this advanced network interface card (NIC) provides four independent 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports, enabling superior bandwidth aggregation, enhanced redundancy, and optimized workload distribution across mission-critical systems. Built for compatibility with HPE ProLiant servers and enterprise rack environments, this adapter is widely deployed in environments requiring consistent low-latency data transmission and maximum throughput efficiency.

Enterprise-Class Network Acceleration Architecture

High-Density Quad-Port Design for Scalable Infrastructure

The quad-port configuration of the HPE 870511-001 adapter is engineered to maximize server I/O density while reducing the need for multiple single-port adapters. Each of the four 10GbE SFP+ interfaces operates independently, allowing administrators to segment traffic, balance workloads, and configure advanced networking topologies such as link aggregation and failover clustering. This architecture significantly enhances network resilience and ensures uninterrupted service delivery even under high-demand workloads typical in virtualization or storage-heavy applications.

Optimized PCI Express Integration

The adapter leverages a PCI Express interface designed for high-speed communication between the network card and the server motherboard. This integration ensures minimal latency and maximized throughput, enabling efficient data flow between CPU, memory, and network subsystems. The PCIe architecture supports advanced queuing mechanisms and hardware offloading features that reduce CPU overhead, allowing server resources to focus on application processing rather than packet handling.

Low Latency Data Path Efficiency

By incorporating optimized data pathways and intelligent buffering mechanisms, the adapter reduces packet processing delays and improves overall responsiveness. This is particularly critical in environments such as high-frequency trading systems, real-time analytics platforms, and virtual desktop infrastructure where microseconds of latency can impact performance outcomes.

10GbE SFP+ Connectivity and Optical Flexibility

Support for Fiber and Twinax Cabling Solutions

The SFP+ interface design of the HPE 563SFP+ adapter allows seamless integration with both optical fiber transceivers and direct attach copper (DAC) cables. This flexibility enables organizations to design network infrastructures that align with distance requirements, budget constraints, and performance targets. Fiber connections support long-range data transmission across data center floors or between buildings, while DAC cables offer cost-effective short-range connectivity with minimal latency.

High-Speed Data Transmission Capabilities

Each port delivers up to 10Gbps bandwidth, ensuring aggregated throughput of up to 40Gbps across the quad-port configuration. This high bandwidth capacity makes the adapter suitable for bandwidth-intensive applications such as database replication, backup operations, virtualization migrations, and cloud storage synchronization.

Enhanced Signal Integrity and Error Reduction

Advanced signal processing technology integrated into the adapter ensures stable data transmission with reduced packet loss and minimal retransmission rates. This enhances network reliability, especially in environments where large-scale data transfers are frequent and continuous.

Virtualization and Cloud Infrastructure Optimization

Support for Virtual Machine Density Scaling

The HPE 870511-001 adapter is optimized for virtualized environments where multiple virtual machines share underlying physical network resources. Its quad-port design enables administrators to distribute virtual network interfaces across multiple physical ports, improving traffic isolation and reducing bottlenecks. This ensures consistent performance across hypervisors such as VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Linux KVM environments.

SR-IOV and Hardware Offload Capabilities

Single Root Input/Output Virtualization (SR-IOV) support enables the adapter to create multiple virtual functions from a single physical port. This allows virtual machines to access network resources directly, bypassing hypervisor overhead and improving I/O efficiency. Hardware offloading features further reduce CPU utilization by handling tasks such as checksum calculations, segmentation, and packet filtering directly on the adapter.

Improved Multi-Tenant Network Isolation

In cloud and multi-tenant infrastructures, network isolation is essential for security and performance consistency. The adapter supports advanced segmentation techniques that ensure traffic separation between tenants while maintaining high-speed interconnectivity for shared services and backend systems.

Compatibility with HPE Server Ecosystem

Integration with HPE ProLiant Server Platforms

The HPE 870511-001 Quad-Port 10GbE adapter is designed to integrate seamlessly with HPE ProLiant servers, ensuring optimized driver compatibility, firmware alignment, and hardware synchronization. This tight integration enhances system stability and simplifies deployment within existing HPE infrastructure ecosystems.

Firmware Optimization and Driver Support

HPE provides optimized firmware and driver packages that enhance performance, security, and reliability. These updates ensure compatibility with evolving operating systems and networking standards, enabling long-term usability and reduced maintenance complexity.

Enterprise Deployment Flexibility

The adapter can be deployed across a wide range of server configurations, from entry-level rack servers to high-end enterprise compute nodes. This flexibility makes it suitable for organizations scaling their infrastructure incrementally or deploying large-scale homogeneous server clusters.

Security and Network Protection Features

Advanced Packet Filtering and Traffic Control

Security is a fundamental aspect of enterprise networking, and this adapter incorporates hardware-based filtering capabilities that help mitigate unauthorized traffic and potential network threats. By offloading security processing to the hardware layer, overall system performance remains unaffected while maintaining strong security posture.

MAC and VLAN Security Enhancements

The adapter supports MAC address filtering and VLAN segmentation, enabling administrators to enforce strict access control policies. These features are essential in environments where data sensitivity and regulatory compliance are critical.

Cloud Computing and High-Performance Workloads

Support for Distributed Computing Environments

The adapter is highly suitable for distributed computing systems where workloads are spread across multiple nodes. Its high-bandwidth connectivity ensures rapid synchronization and communication between nodes, which is essential for big data processing frameworks, containerized applications, and microservices architectures.

Big Data and Analytics Acceleration

In data-intensive environments, such as Hadoop clusters and real-time analytics systems, the adapter enables fast data ingestion and processing. The quad-port design allows simultaneous handling of multiple data streams, reducing processing delays and improving analytical throughput.

Energy Efficiency and Thermal Management Design

Optimized Power Consumption Architecture

Despite its high-performance capabilities, the HPE 870511-001 adapter is engineered to maintain efficient power usage. Advanced power management features dynamically adjust energy consumption based on network load, reducing operational costs in large-scale deployments.

Thermal Control and Heat Dissipation

The hardware design includes optimized thermal pathways that ensure stable operation under continuous high-load conditions. Efficient heat dissipation helps maintain component longevity and prevents performance throttling caused by overheating.

Long-Term Operational Stability

By balancing performance demands with energy efficiency, the adapter ensures stable long-term operation in enterprise environments where continuous uptime and reliability are essential.

Scalability for Modern IT Infrastructure

Future-Ready Network Expansion Capabilities

As enterprises evolve toward hybrid cloud and software-defined networking architectures, the HPE 870511-001 adapter provides a scalable foundation that supports future expansion. Its modular connectivity design allows organizations to upgrade bandwidth and network capabilities without replacing entire infrastructure components.

Integration with Software-Defined Networking

The adapter is compatible with SDN frameworks that enable centralized network control and automation. This integration enhances agility, reduces configuration complexity, and improves overall network efficiency in dynamic environments.

Adaptability in Evolving IT Ecosystems

With its broad compatibility and high-performance architecture, the adapter remains relevant across evolving IT landscapes, supporting both traditional data center workloads and modern cloud-native applications.