This is a genuine Solarflare XtremeScale X2522-10G Dual Port 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) SFP+ Server Adapter (P/N: SR220). Part of Solarflare's renowned XtremeScale family, this dual-port 10GbE SFP+ network adapter is engineered for ultra-low latency, high message rate, and high bandwidth performance. It's an ideal solution for applications demanding the fastest possible network I/O, such as high-frequency trading (HFT), financial services, Big Data analytics, and enterprise data centers where every microsecond counts. The X2522-10G leverages Solarflare's advanced Application Onload Engine (AOE) technology to offload network processing from the CPU, significantly improving application performance and efficiency. It comes equipped with a low profile bracket for versatile deployment in various server chassis.
Key Features
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Dual-Port 10GbE SFP+: Provides two SFP+ ports, each supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet, enabling high-density, high-speed network connectivity and redundancy. Requires compatible SFP+ transceivers (not included) or Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cables.
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Solarflare XtremeScale Performance: Designed for industry-leading ultra-low latency and high message rates, crucial for real-time applications and environments where network response time is paramount.
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PCI Express Interface: Utilizes a high-bandwidth PCI Express interface (typically Gen3 x8) to ensure maximum throughput and minimize bottlenecks, supporting full line-rate performance.
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Application Onload Engine (AOE): Features Solarflare's unique AOE technology, which offloads network processing tasks (like TCP/UDP segmentation, checksums, flow steering) directly to the adapter hardware, freeing up CPU cycles and improving application performance.
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Packet Capture and Analysis: Often includes advanced features for high-precision packet timestamping and efficient packet capture, valuable for network monitoring, security, and troubleshooting in demanding environments.
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Low Profile Bracket Included: Comes with the necessary low profile bracket, allowing for flexible installation in 1U rack servers or other space-constrained chassis. A full-height bracket may also be available or required depending on the server slot.
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Virtualization Support: Supports virtualization features to enhance network performance in virtualized environments, though specific features (e.g., SR-IOV) should be verified based on firmware and driver versions.
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Energy Efficient: Optimized for efficient power consumption while delivering top-tier performance.
