Intel X540-T2 Dual Port PciE 2X8 Low Profile Converged Server Ethernet Network Adapter Card

The Intel X540-T2 is a high-performance dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet network adapter designed for enterprise servers and data centers. This PCIe 2.0 x8 card delivers exceptional network throughput with two RJ45 copper ports, eliminating the need for expensive fiber optic cabling while maintaining 10GbE speeds. Its low-profile form factor ensures compatibility with space-constrained server chassis and blade systems.

Key features include Intel’s advanced packet processing technology for reduced CPU overhead, hardware-based virtualization support with SR-IOV and VMDq, and comprehensive offload capabilities including TCP/UDP checksum, segmentation, and receive-side scaling. The converged network design supports both traditional Ethernet and storage protocols like iSCSI and FCoE, consolidating multiple network functions onto a single adapter.

The X540-T2 offers superior reliability with built-in failover protection, energy-efficient operation, and broad OS compatibility including Windows, Linux, and VMware environments. This adapter is ideal for organizations seeking to upgrade network infrastructure to 10GbE speeds while leveraging existing copper cabling investments, making it a cost-effective solution for high-bandwidth applications, virtualized environments, and storage networking.