Struggling with limited bandwidth and unreliable connections in a busy server rack? The Lenovo 7ZT7A00535 4-port 1Gbps PCIe 2.0 Network Interface Card adds four gigabit Ethernet ports to a single PCIe slot, giving you fast, stable wired networking that keeps data flowing smoothly and reduces bottlenecks.
Key Features of a 1Gbps Network Card
- Ports: 1000Base-T x 4. Four gigabit Ethernet connections for high-speed networking.
- Interface: PCI Express 2.0 x4. Uses a fast PCIe lane to deliver full bandwidth.
- Form factor: Low-profile plug-in card. Fits easily into compact servers.
- Wake-on-LAN: WOL support. Allows remote power-on for maintenance tasks.
- Auto-MDI/MDI-X: Auto-uplink. Simplifies cabling by detecting cable type automatically.
- Intel I/OAT: Improves data movement efficiency, reducing CPU load.
- VMDq: Virtual Machine Device Queues separate traffic for better VM performance.
- SR-IOV: Enables multiple virtual functions for advanced virtualization.
- MSI-X: Provides multiple interrupt vectors for lower latency.
- TCP/IP checksum offload: Handles checksum calculations in hardware, freeing CPU cycles.
Why Choose a Lenovo Network Card
If you manage servers, storage arrays, or virtualised environments, you know that a single network link can quickly become a choke point. Adding more ports often means buying extra cards or larger chassis, which raises cost and complexity. This Lenovo card delivers four reliable gigabit ports in one low-profile slot, giving you the expansion you need without sacrificing space or power efficiency.
Benefits of Lenovo Network Card
- Increased throughput: Four gigabit ports let you balance traffic and avoid congestion.
- Lower CPU usage: Off-loading features keep your processor free for critical tasks.
- Easy installation: Low-profile design fits most server chassis without hassle.
- Virtualisation ready: SR-IOV and VMDq support modern VM workloads.
- Energy efficient: Intel’s power-saving technologies reduce overall consumption.
Usages of a 1Gbps Network Card
Ideal for data-centre servers, blade systems, and high-density storage units, this card provides the extra connectivity required for load-balanced clusters, backup appliances, and virtualised environments where multiple network paths improve reliability and performance.
Specifications
| Miscellaneous |
| Miscellaneous / Color Category | Green |
| Networking |
| Networking / Ports | 1000Base-T x 4 |
| Networking / Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Networking / Features | WOL, auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X), Intel I/OAT, VMDq, PXE support, RSS, SR-IOV, Intel QuickData Technology, MSI-X, TCP/IP checksum offload, VEPA, MSI |
| Networking / Data Transfer Rate | 1Gbps |
| Networking / Cabling Type | Ethernet 1000Base-T |
| Networking / Interface (Bus) Type | PCI Express 2.0 x4 |
| Networking / Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Networking / Type | Network adapter |
| Networking / Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 1588-2008 |
| Header |
| Header / Product Line | Lenovo ThinkSystem |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| General |
| General / Device Type | Network adapter |
| General / Form Factor | Plug-in card - low profile |
| General / Interface (Bus) Type | PCI Express 2.0 x4 |
| Expansion / Connectivity |
| Expansion / Connectivity / Interfaces | 2 x 1000Base-T - RJ-45 |
| Summary Details |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Host interface | PCI Express |
| Interface | Ethernet |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Product colour | Black |
