647584-001 HPE FLEXFABRIC 10GB 2 Ports 554FLB Network Adapter

HP / Emulex FlexFabric 554FLB 10GB Dual Port LOM Adapter Overview

The HP / Emulex FlexFabric 554FLB is a high-performance network adapter engineered for HP ProLiant BL460c G8 servers. This dual-port LAN-on-Motherboard (LOM) adapter delivers robust 10Gb/s connectivity, supporting both Flex-10 Ethernet and iSCSI or Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) protocols. Designed for mission-critical environments, it ensures high throughput, low latency, and seamless integration with HP server architectures.

Key Specifications of the 554FLB Adapter

• Manufacturer: HP 
• Part Number: 647584-001
• Interface: PCI-E Network Adapter
• Data Transfer Rate: 10Gb/s
• Ports: Dual 10Gb Ethernet
• Compatible Server: HP ProLiant BL460c G8

High-Speed Connectivity with Dual 10Gb Ports

The adapter’s two independent 10Gb Ethernet ports facilitate simultaneous high-speed data transfers, optimizing network traffic and reducing congestion. By combining Flex-10 Ethernet with FCoE support, organizations can achieve unified networking and storage solutions over a single infrastructure, minimizing hardware complexity and enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Flex-10 Ethernet and FCoE Capabilities

This FlexFabric adapter supports Flex-10 Ethernet, enabling network virtualization by partitioning a single 10Gb port into multiple virtual NICs. Additionally, Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) capability allows consolidation of Ethernet and SAN traffic, reducing cabling requirements and streamlining data center management. This makes it ideal for enterprises seeking cost-effective and scalable networking solutions.

Seamless iSCSI Integration

With iSCSI offload support, the 554FLB adapter facilitates efficient block-level storage over Ethernet networks. This offload capability decreases CPU utilization on the host server, ensuring that processing power is preserved for critical workloads. The result is enhanced storage performance and more responsive application delivery.

Robust Compatibility and Reliability

Specifically designed for the HP ProLiant BL460c G8 server series, the adapter guarantees plug-and-play integration, ensuring compatibility with server BIOS and management tools. HP and Emulex engineering ensure enterprise-grade reliability, with rigorous testing to maintain high uptime and prevent network disruptions in demanding server environments.

Performance and Scalability Benefits

• Supports high-throughput networking for data-intensive applications
• Enables virtualized network environments through Flex-10 Ethernet
• Reduces infrastructure costs by consolidating network and storage traffic
• Enhances storage network efficiency using FCoE and iSCSI offload
• Optimized for HP ProLiant server reliability and performance

Energy Efficiency and Reduced Footprint

The HP / Emulex FlexFabric 554FLB is engineered with energy-efficient components, helping reduce overall server power consumption. Its compact form factor and dual-port integration allow IT administrators to maintain high-performance networking without additional space requirements or excessive cabling.

Enterprise-Grade Features for Modern Data Centers

This adapter supports advanced network features such as VLAN tagging, traffic prioritization, and quality of service (QoS). These capabilities empower organizations to maintain secure, optimized, and predictable network performance across virtualized and physical server environments.