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Low-profile PCIe network card with two QSFP+ cages, silver bracket, green PCB

DELL

DELL Intel XL710 40GBase-X QSFP+ network card

SKU CH-BHZW-VNS14

Dual-port 40 GbE QSFP+ PCI Express adapter validated on Xeon processors for virtualised server workloads

  • Speed40GBase-X
  • Connectors40GBase-X
  • InterfacePCI-Express
  • BUSPCI Express
  • ClassPCI Express
  • 40 Gbps throughput with Intel XL710 controller
  • Dual QSFP+ ports for high-density server connectivity
  • PCI Express host interface fits standard expansion slots
  • SR-IOV and VMDq accelerate virtualised workloads
  • Optimised and validated on Intel Xeon processors

Dell Intel XL710 40GBase-X server NIC

This dual-port network interface card delivers 40GbE connectivity over QSFP+ cages for virtualized server workloads. It is built for enterprise, cloud and telecom data centres that need high-throughput Ethernet. The card plugs into a standard PCI Express slot in a compatible server chassis.

Low-profile PCIe installation with QSFP+ modules

The low-profile plug-in card fits PCI Express expansion slots and uses QSFP+ transceivers or direct-attach cables for the 40GBase-X links. Install the card, seat the QSFP+ modules firmly until they click, then connect the fibre or copper cabling. Common issues include loose transceiver latches and mismatched cable types that prevent link establishment.

Verify server PCIe slot

Confirm the target server has an available PCI Express slot with sufficient lane width for the XL710 adapter. Ensure you have the correct 40GBase-X QSFP+ transceivers or DAC cables that match your switch ports and cabling infrastructure. The card is designed for server platforms and is not suited for desktop or workstation use.

Highlights

  • 40 Gbps throughput with Intel XL710 controller
  • Dual QSFP+ ports for high-density server connectivity
  • PCI Express host interface fits standard expansion slots
  • SR-IOV and VMDq accelerate virtualised workloads
  • Optimised and validated on Intel Xeon processors

Specifications

BrandDell
Speed40GBase-X
Connectors40GBase-X
InterfacePCI-Express
BUSPCI Express
ClassPCI Express

Questions about this item

How can I verify the card is operating at 40GBase-X after installation?

Check the link status LEDs on the QSFP+ ports and confirm the driver reports a 40 Gb/s connection in the OS network settings.

What comes in the box and what must I source separately?

The low-profile plug-in card is included; compatible QSFP+ transceivers and fibre or copper cables are not supplied and must be purchased separately.

Which version of the XL710 should I choose for a Xeon server?

This dual-port 40GBase-X QSFP+ model is validated for Xeon processors and fits a PCI Express slot in supported servers.

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