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HP 657131-001 Flex10 10Gb 2 Port 530M Adapter switch module
A 10 Gb two-port Flex10 adapter for PCI Express 2.0 x8 slots
- Delivers 10 Gb network throughput via two ports
- Fits PCI Express 2.0 x8 slots for server integration
- Flex10 technology enables flexible bandwidth allocation per port
- Ships new as HP part 657131-001 for immediate deployment
HP Flex10 10Gb 2 Port 530M Adapter
This HP Flex10 10Gb 2 Port 530M Adapter is a switch module designed for network connectivity within compatible HP server and blade enclosures. It provides two 10 Gigabit ports over a PCI Express 2.0 x8 interface. The module is suited for administrators expanding bandwidth in virtualised or high-density environments. Part number 657131-001 identifies this specific unit.
Upgrading from lower-speed interconnects
The adapter replaces older 1 Gb or slower uplink modules where the enclosure backplane and mezzanine slots support the 530M form factor. The jump is worthwhile when workloads demand 10 Gb throughput per port and the chassis supplies PCI Express 2.0 x8 electrical connections. It is not for standalone rackmount switches lacking the proprietary Flex10 slot or for systems requiring different port counts or speeds.
Highlights
- Delivers 10 Gb network throughput via two ports
- Fits PCI Express 2.0 x8 slots for server integration
- Flex10 technology enables flexible bandwidth allocation per port
- Ships new as HP part 657131-001 for immediate deployment
Specifications
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Questions about this item
What PCI Express slot size and generation does the 657131-001 adapter require?
The adapter uses a PCI Express 2.0 x8 slot, so the system must provide at least an x8 mechanical connector running at 2.0 speeds.
Which driver step is commonly missed when installing the Flex10 530M in a ProLiant server?
After seating the card, the Flex10 firmware and VC FlexFabric drivers must be updated through the Service Pack for ProLiant before the 10 Gb ports will pass traffic.
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