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IBM

IBM 49Y4252 10 Gbps dual-port network card

SKU CH-T6F6-XTMQW

A 10 Gbps dual-port PCI-Express network adapter for IBM System x servers

  • Dual 10 Gbps ports boost server throughput
  • PCI-Express interface fits System X servers
  • Virtual fabric adapter simplifies network management
  • Two ports provide link redundancy
  • 0 pound weight eases rack installation

Product identity

The IBM 49Y4252 is a dual-port 10 Gbps network interface card built for System x servers. It connects through a PCI-Express slot and uses Emulex virtual fabric technology to consolidate traffic across two ports.

Compatibility check

Verify that your server has an available PCI-Express slot and supports the card’s physical profile. Confirm the operating system includes or can load the required Emulex driver for virtual fabric functions. Ensure the chassis airflow meets the adapter’s thermal needs.

Suitability

This adapter suits administrators upgrading System x clusters to 10 Gbps Ethernet with dual-port redundancy. It is not for workstations lacking PCI-Express slots, environments limited to 1 Gbps infrastructure, or buyers who need fibre-channel or InfiniBand connectivity.

Highlights

  • Dual 10 Gbps ports boost server throughput
  • PCI-Express interface fits System X servers
  • Virtual fabric adapter simplifies network management
  • Two ports provide link redundancy
  • 0 pound weight eases rack installation

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the 49Y4252 include cables or transceivers, or must they be purchased separately?

The adapter ships as the card only; SFP+ transceivers and fibre or direct-attach cables are not included and must be sourced separately.

Which 10 Gbps dual-port version should I choose for a System x server?

This 49Y4252 model is the IBM Emulex Virtual Fabric Adapter built for System x servers with a PCI-Express slot.

What does the 10 Gbps figure mean once the card is installed in a server?

Each port delivers up to 10 Gbps of Ethernet throughput, subject to the host PCI-Express slot width and system workload.

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