HPE 854790-001

Intel X540-T2 10G Network Adapter

The HPE 854790-001 Intel X540-T2 is a high-performance dual-port 10GBase-T Network Adapter engineered to meet the bandwidth and reliability needs of enterprise data centers and virtualized server environments. Equipped with Intel’s trusted X540 controller, this adapter delivers consistent 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance over standard copper cabling, making it a cost-effective and scalable solution for modern networks. It’s ideal for organizations looking to boost server throughput, reduce latency, and maintain high-speed communication between storage systems, virtual machines, and core infrastructure—all while using existing RJ-45 infrastructure.

Features

With native support for 10GBase-T, the HPE 854790-001 adapter offers backward compatibility with 1GbE networks, enabling flexible deployment across mixed infrastructure environments. This dual-port network card reduces network bottlenecks and enhances link resiliency through load balancing and failover support. It is fully compliant with key networking protocols and leverages Intel’s advanced features for workload acceleration, including checksum offload, VLAN tagging, and SR-IOV for improved virtualization efficiency.Designed to reduce overall server CPU usage, the adapter offloads traffic processing tasks such as TCP segmentation and receive-side scaling. This boosts server efficiency and allows IT teams to optimize server resources for demanding applications. Its universal bracket design supports both full-height and low-profile systems, offering versatility in dense rack deployments.

Advanced Options

Engineered for demanding server workloads and continuous uptime, the HPE 854790-001 provides consistent, high-speed data transfer while minimizing CPU load. Its 10GbE connectivity over copper allows businesses to expand their networks without the added cost of fiber optics. Dual ports enable link aggregation and redundancy to maintain uninterrupted service in critical infrastructures.