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DELL 540-BBGX Broadcom 5719 Quad-Port Gigabit NIC 10/100/1000 4xRJ45 device server
Adds four Gigabit RJ45 ports to compatible PowerEdge servers via a quad-port Broadcom 5719 adapter
- Speed10/100/1000Mbps
- Connectors4 x RJ45
- FeaturesCompatibility: PowerEdge R220 PowerEdge R320 PowerEdge R420
- Connect at Gigabit speeds with 10/100/1000Mbps capability
- Expand connectivity using four RJ45 ports for multiple links
- Fit into dense servers with a compact space-saving design
- Deploy confidently across validated PowerEdge R220 through R930 platforms
- Leverage Broadcom 5719 controller for high-performance network applications
Quad-Port Gigabit NIC for Dell PowerEdge Servers
This Dell 540-BBGX adapter adds four RJ45 ports running at 10, 100 or 1000 Mbps to compatible PowerEdge servers. It uses a Broadcom 5719 controller on a PCIe x4 interface and fits a low-profile slot. The card is validated for Dell systems and supported by Dell Technical Support when installed in a Dell server.
Sustained Multi-Port Network Throughput
Four independent Gigabit ports allow the adapter to maintain aggregate throughput across multiple simultaneous connections without relying on a single-port burst. The PCIe x4 host interface provides sufficient bandwidth to keep all ports active under continuous load. Dell validation confirms stable operation in the listed PowerEdge models during extended production use.
Verify Server Model and Slot Availability
Confirm the target server appears in the supported PowerEdge list, which includes R220, R320, R420, R420XR, R430, R520, R530, R620, R720, R720XD, R820, R920 and R930. Ensure a free PCIe x4 or larger slot with the correct bracket height is available. This card is not suited for systems outside the validated Dell lineup or for installations requiring fibre or 10 GbE connectivity.
Highlights
- Connect at Gigabit speeds with 10/100/1000Mbps capability
- Expand connectivity using four RJ45 ports for multiple links
- Fit into dense servers with a compact space-saving design
- Deploy confidently across validated PowerEdge R220 through R930 platforms
- Leverage Broadcom 5719 controller for high-performance network applications
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Model | 540-BBGX |
| Speed | 10/100/1000Mbps |
| Connectors | 4 x RJ45 |
| Features | Compatibility: PowerEdge R220 PowerEdge R320 PowerEdge R420 PowerEdge R420XR PowerEdge R430 PowerEdge R520 PowerEdge R530 PowerEdge R620 PowerEdge R720 PowerEdge R720XD PowerEdge R820 PowerEdge R920 PowerEdge R930 PowerEdge T320 PowerEdge T420 PowerEdge T430 PowerEdge T620 PowerEdge T630 PowerEdge VRTX |
| Shipping weight | 0.14 kg |
| Package size | 197 × 136 × 27 mm |
Questions about this item
Does the 540-BBGX run hot or draw extra power when all four ports run at 1000Mbps all day?
The card uses a PCIe x4 slot and a low-profile bracket, so it draws power from the server board without needing an extra power cable; Dell validated thermals inside the listed PowerEdge chassis.
What must my server already have so the 540-BBGX works?
An available PCIe x4 (or larger) slot and one of the compatible PowerEdge models such as R220, R320, R420, R430, R520, R530, R620, R720, R720XD, R820, R920 or R930.
Will the 540-BBGX link at 1000Mbps with my older 10/100 switches and cabling?
Yes, each RJ45 port auto-negotiates down to 10 or 100Mbps, so existing Cat5 or Cat5e patch cables and older switches work without configuration changes.
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