HPE
HPE FlexFabric 10Gb 4-Port 536FLR-T Adapter
The HPE FlexFabric 10Gb 4-Port 536FLR-T Adapter offers robust networking for demanding environments. Built with a Qlogic 57840S controller, it features four 10GBASE-T ports in a FlexibleLOM form factor, ideal for HPE ProLiant Gen9 servers. This adapter delivers full line-rate performance with low power consumption, making it suitable for virtualized and cloud setups. It supports essential enterprise features like VLAN tagging and NIC teaming, plus advanced virtualization technologies such as SR-IOV and Tunnel Offloads. Enhanced by HPE Sea of Sensors 3D Technology for energy efficiency, it's a powerful solution for modern data centers.
$1046.71
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
511
/ 963
#511 in Network Cards & Adapters
Price vs Category Average
+4%
Above average
Host Interface
3.08
/ PCI Express x
Who it's for
- High Port Density
- Network Convergence Support
- Optimized for Virtualization
Who should skip it
- Proprietary Form Factor
- Distance Limitations (Copper)
- Higher Power Consumption
Key Specs
Host Interface
PCI Express 3.0 x8
Total Number of Ports
4
Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports
4
Network Technology
10GBase-T
Form Factor
FlexibleLOM
Maximum Distance
100 meters over CAT 6A UTP
Controller
Qlogic 57840S 10 Gb Ethernet controller
Dimensions
2.8" Height x 0.6" Width x 4.7" Depth
Features
- Four 10Gbps RJ-45 ports for high-speed connectivity
- Optimized for HPE ProLiant Gen9 servers
- Full line-rate performance with low power consumption
- Supports advanced virtualization with SR-IOV
- Energy efficient with Sea of Sensors 3D
- Connects over standard CAT 6A cabling
- Includes enterprise features like jumbo frames
- FlexibleLOM form factor for easy integration
What customers say
This adapter earns strong praise primarily for its exceptional reliability and seamless integration within the HPE ProLiant ecosystem. Users value its robust performance, especially in demanding virtualized environments requiring high throughput. The four port density is a key advantage, maximizing server slot utilization efficiently. Administrators consistently appreciate how well it works with HPE management tools, simplifying deployment and updates. While the initial cost is noted as high, customers agree the stability and speed justify the investment for mission critical needs. Overall, it is viewed as a high quality, essential component delivering dependable speed for data center operations.
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