HY4CV Dell Intel 4-Ports I350t4ocpv3 I350-T4 for OCP NIC 3.0 Ethernet Network Adapter

Advanced Networking with Dell Intel HY4CV I350-T4 OCP NIC 3.0 Ethernet Network Adapter

The Dell Intel HY4CV I350-T4 OCP NIC 3.0 Ethernet Network Adapter is designed to deliver robust network performance for enterprise-grade servers and data centers. As a quad-port adapter based on the Intel I350 chipset and adhering to the OCP 3.0 standard, this adapter brings scalability, flexibility, and superior throughput for high-density computing environments. Ideal for organizations aiming to optimize their server infrastructure with advanced Ethernet technologies, this category of network adapters sets the benchmark in performance and efficiency.

Quad-Port Design for Enhanced Network Throughput

Equipped with four RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports, the I350-T4 provides redundant and aggregated connectivity. This helps reduce network bottlenecks and supports high-availability architectures in demanding server environments. The quad-port setup enables link aggregation (IEEE 802.3ad), increasing throughput beyond a single connection and ensuring consistent performance during peak network load.

Benefits of a Multi-Port Ethernet Adapter

• Load balancing across multiple ports
• Support for failover and redundancy
• Enhanced network bandwidth without additional physical interfaces
• Simplified cabling and switch port requirements

OCP NIC 3.0 Compliance for Modern Infrastructure

The HY4CV adapter is compliant with the Open Compute Project (OCP) NIC 3.0 standard, making it compatible with the latest server architectures, especially within high-density hyperscale data centers. OCP 3.0 aims to standardize server hardware for better interoperability, cooling, and serviceability. This compliance ensures future-proof integration with platforms built around modern infrastructure standards.

Advantages of OCP 3.0 Networking Cards

• Tool-less serviceability for quicker deployments
• Thermal optimization for improved cooling
• Universal form factor reducing the number of required SKUs
• Easier integration with modular servers like Dell PowerEdge systems

Powered by Intel I350 Ethernet Controller

The Intel I350 chipset is a well-established enterprise networking controller that supports IPv4/IPv6 offloads, advanced packet filtering, and virtualization technologies. Known for its efficiency and low CPU overhead, this chipset ensures optimal performance with reduced latency, lower power consumption, and intelligent offloading mechanisms.

Intel I350 Key Features

• Support for virtualization (SR-IOV and VMDq)
• Flexible port partitioning (FPP)
• Support for checksum offloading and TCP segmentation offload (TSO)
• Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE)
• PXE boot and iSCSI boot support

Use Cases and Target Environments

The Dell HY4CV I350-T4 adapter is ideally suited for environments that demand dependable and scalable network connectivity, including:

High-Performance Computing Clusters (HPC)

In HPC environments, bandwidth, latency, and scalability are critical. The adapter's quad-port setup allows for maximum data throughput and seamless failover—key factors in uninterrupted computations.

Virtualization and Cloud Infrastructure

With support for SR-IOV and Virtual Machine Device Queues (VMDq), the adapter ensures low-latency I/O in virtualized infrastructures, enabling high VM density and reduced CPU load.

Data Center Applications

The adapter supports both aggregation and redundancy, making it perfect for use in redundant uplink scenarios and trunking in data centers. Its OCP 3.0 format integrates seamlessly into modular server chassis used in modern facilities.

Enterprise Networking

For general enterprise servers, the HY4CV I350-T4 provides a cost-effective and scalable way to boost network performance and reliability. It supports diverse operating systems and integrates easily with existing network infrastructure.

Compatibility and Operating System Support

The HY4CV is supported on a wide range of operating systems and server platforms. Dell ensures firmware-level compatibility with PowerEdge rack servers, especially those supporting OCP 3.0 NICs. OS-level drivers are available for:

• Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
• VMware ESXi
• Ubuntu Server
• SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES)

Energy Efficiency and Environmental Standards

Built with energy-conscious environments in mind, the Dell Intel HY4CV I350-T4 includes features such as Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az) and low-power modes. These enhancements help reduce power draw without compromising performance—critical in hyperscale deployments.

Security and Remote Management

With built-in support for PXE boot and iSCSI boot, the adapter enables remote provisioning and secure system initialization. It also supports trusted platform technologies for secure boot and firmware verification, adding a layer of protection for enterprise deployments.

Integrated Security Features

• Support for Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
• Secure Boot compatibility
• Configurable VLAN filtering and MAC address control

Key Advantages of Dell OEM Networking Hardware:

• Certified compatibility with Dell servers
• Firmware lifecycle management via OpenManage
• Direct access to Dell’s enterprise support
• Integrated diagnostics and alerting