Intel I350T2V2BLK 1Gbps PCI Express 2.1 x4 Network Interface Card

Network cards can become a bottleneck when servers need fast, reliable connections for virtualised workloads or high-speed data transfers. The Intel I350T2V2BLK 1Gbps PCI Express 2.1 x4 Network Interface Card is a low-profile PCI-e card that gives you two Gigabit Ethernet ports, advanced virtualisation support and power-saving features, keeping your data centre or workstation running smoothly and efficiently.

Key Features of a PCI Express 2.1 x4 Network Card

• iWARP/RDMA: delivers converged, low-latency fabric services via Remote Direct Memory Access over Ethernet.
• SR-IOV: enables a single Ethernet port to appear as multiple virtual devices for direct VM access.
• Ethernet Power Management: reduces idle power and adjusts consumption according to demand.
• Flexible Port Partitioning: divides the physical device into virtual functions, guaranteeing fair bandwidth share.
• VMDq: offloads virtual machine switching to hardware, improving throughput and overall system performance.
• Ports: 2 × 1000Base-T RJ-45 connectors for dual Gigabit Ethernet connectivity.
• Interface (Bus) Type: PCI Express 2.1 × 4, providing a high-speed data path to the host.
• Form Factor: low-profile plug-in card, fitting compact server chassis without sacrificing capability.

Why Choose an Intel Network Card

If you run virtual machines, storage clusters or high-traffic servers, you need a network adapter that can handle multiple streams without dropping packets. Many standard cards lack the virtualisation features and power efficiency required for modern workloads, leading to latency spikes and higher energy bills. This Intel network card brings advanced SR-IOV and VMDq support, ensuring each VM gets a dedicated slice of bandwidth while the card itself stays energy-aware, fitting perfectly into busy, virtualised environments.

Benefits of Intel Network Card

• Low latency: iWARP/RDMA cuts data-transfer delays for demanding applications.
• Virtualisation ready: SR-IOV and VMDq simplify VM networking and boost performance.
• Energy efficient: power-management technology lowers electricity use during idle periods.
• Dual ports: two Gigabit connections give redundancy and load-balancing options.

Usages of a PCI Express 2.1 x4 Network Card

This card is ideal for servers that host multiple virtual machines, storage appliances that need fast Ethernet links, and high-performance computing nodes where low latency and efficient power use are critical. It also suits compact workstations that require dual Gigabit ports without sacrificing space.

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