DELL
DELL HN10N Broadcom 57810S 2 Port 10GBASE-T Switch Module
Two-port 10GBASE-T converged network adapter with PCI Express host interface for server connectivity
- Dual-port 10GBASE-T connectivity for high-speed server networking
- Broadcom 57810S controller delivers reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance
- PCI Express host interface enables direct server installation
- Twisted-pair media support simplifies cabling with standard RJ-45 connections
- Plug-in card form factor fits compatible Dell server chassis
What this module is
The Dell HN10N is a dual-port 10GBASE-T network adapter built on the Broadcom 57810S controller. It installs in a PCI Express slot to give servers two RJ-45 connections for 10 gigabit Ethernet over twisted-pair copper cabling.
Bundled items and their effect
The adapter ships as a standalone plug-in card with no additional cables, brackets or software media included. Installation relies on the operating system or hypervisor providing a compatible driver for the Broadcom 57810S chipset.
Deciding specification
The card delivers exactly two 10GBASE-T ports via a PCI Express host interface. Servers that require fibre connectors, a different port count or a form factor other than a standard plug-in card will need a different adapter.
Highlights
- Dual-port 10GBASE-T connectivity for high-speed server networking
- Broadcom 57810S controller delivers reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance
- PCI Express host interface enables direct server installation
- Twisted-pair media support simplifies cabling with standard RJ-45 connections
- Plug-in card form factor fits compatible Dell server chassis
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Shipping weight | 2.31 kg |
| Package size | 25 × 25 × 25 mm |
Questions about this item
Will the dual RJ-45 ports need replacement transceivers over time?
The module uses fixed RJ-45 copper ports, so no transceiver modules are required and none will need replacement.
What limits throughput first when both 10 GbE links run continuously?
The PCI Express host interface governs total bandwidth, so sustained dual-port traffic is constrained by the slot generation and lane count in the host server.
How much heat and fan noise does the card add during all-day operation?
The adapter is a passive plug-in card with no onboard fan; thermal load depends on the server chassis airflow and the PCIe slot power budget.
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