P26263-B21 HPE Broadcom Bcm57414 Network Adapter PCI-E 3.0 X8 Gigabit Ethernet/10 GB Ethernet

HPE P26263-B21 Broadcom BCM57414 Network Adapter Overview

The HPE P26263-B21 Broadcom BCM57414 Network Adapter is a high-performance, dual-port 10Gb Ethernet adapter designed to enhance connectivity, scalability, and reliability in enterprise IT environments. Utilizing PCIe 3.0 x8 technology, this adapter delivers exceptional bandwidth and efficiency, ensuring seamless networking operations.

Key Features and Benefits

High-Speed 10Gb Ethernet Connectivity

With dual 10Gb SFP28 ports, the HPE P26263-B21 adapter supports ultra-fast data transmission, reducing latency and increasing throughput for mission-critical applications. This network adapter ensures optimal performance for virtualization, cloud computing, and high-performance computing (HPC) workloads.

Broadcom BCM57414 Controller for Enhanced Performance

Powered by the Broadcom BCM57414 controller, this adapter optimizes packet processing and offloads networking tasks, reducing CPU overhead and improving overall system efficiency. The integration of advanced networking technologies ensures reliable connectivity and high data integrity.

PCIe 3.0 x8 Interface for Maximum Bandwidth

The PCIe 3.0 x8 interface provides a high-speed connection between the network adapter and the server motherboard. This ensures sufficient bandwidth for demanding applications such as video streaming, large-scale data transfers, and real-time analytics.

Support for SR-IOV and Virtualization

With Single Root I/O Virtualization (SR-IOV) support, the HPE P26263-B21 enables efficient resource allocation in virtualized environments. This feature allows multiple virtual machines to share the same physical network interface while maintaining high performance and low latency.

Technical Specifications

General Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
• Model: P26263-B21
• Controller: Broadcom BCM57414
• Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8
• Form Factor: Low-profile, standard profile

Networking Features

• Port Configuration: Dual 10Gb SFP28
• Data Transfer Rate: 10Gbps per port
• Connectivity: SFP28 transceivers and DAC support
• RDMA Support: RoCE and iWARP
• Hardware Offload: TCP, UDP, and checksum offloading

Advanced Networking Capabilities

• Support for VLAN tagging
• Quality of Service (QoS) management
• PXE boot support
• Network teaming and failover support

Compatibility and Deployment

Server and OS Compatibility

The HPE P26263-B21 adapter is designed for seamless integration with HPE ProLiant servers and is compatible with major operating systems, including Windows Server, Linux distributions, and VMware ESXi.

Use Cases and Applications

Enterprise Data Centers

With robust performance and scalability, this network adapter is ideal for enterprise data centers requiring high-speed, reliable connectivity for cloud computing, virtualization, and storage networking.

High-Performance Computing (HPC)

By delivering low-latency 10GbE connectivity, the adapter enhances HPC environments, supporting data-intensive applications such as scientific computing, financial modeling, and AI workloads.

Virtualized Environments

With SR-IOV and QoS features, the adapter efficiently manages network traffic in virtualized infrastructure, reducing network bottlenecks and ensuring smooth operation.

Why Choose the HPE P26263-B21 Broadcom BCM57414 Network Adapter?

Reliability and Performance

Designed for high availability and robust networking, this adapter ensures minimal downtime and maximum throughput, meeting the demands of modern IT environments.

Energy Efficiency

Featuring advanced power management features, the adapter reduces power consumption without compromising performance, making it an energy-efficient choice for large-scale deployments.

Future-Proof Networking

With support for 10GbE connectivity, advanced networking features, and seamless integration with next-generation servers, this adapter ensures long-term investment protection and scalability.