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Broadcom BCM57412 Ethernet 10Gb 2‑port SFP+ OCP3 Adapter P26256-B21

In the realm of high-density server environments, efficient and high-speed networking is paramount. The Broadcom BCM57412 Ethernet 10Gb 2-port SFP+ OCP3 Adapter, identified by part number P26256-B21, is a robust solution designed to meet these exact demands. This adapter, leveraging the Open Compute Project (OCP) 3.0 form factor, offers exceptional performance, streamlined integration, and broad compatibility, making it an ideal choice for modern data centers and enterprises.

Technical Specifications:

At the heart of the P26256-B21 lies the powerful Broadcom BCM57412 controller, a testament to Broadcom’s leadership in network silicon. Key technical specifications include:

• Ethernet Speed: This adapter provides dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) connectivity, offering substantial bandwidth for demanding applications.
• Port Configuration: It features two SFP+ ports, enabling flexible connectivity options with various fiber optic or direct attach copper (DAC) cables. SFP+ is the industry standard for 10GbE transceivers.
• Form Factor: As an OCP 3.0 adapter, it adheres to an open standard designed for compact, hot-pluggable server network interface cards. This form factor simplifies server integration and maintenance.
• Interface: It utilizes a PCIe Gen3 x8 interface, ensuring sufficient bandwidth between the adapter and the server’s CPU to fully utilize the 10GbE capabilities without bottlenecks.
• Advanced Features: The BCM57412 controller boasts a comprehensive suite of advanced networking features. These include support for Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN), Network Virtualization using Generic Routing Encapsulation (NVGRE) offloads, and various Stateless Offloads (such as TCP Segmentation Offload (TSO), Large Receive Offload (LRO), and checksum offloads). These offloads significantly reduce CPU overhead, freeing up valuable processing power for applications.

Advantages:

The Broadcom BCM57412 OCP3 adapter delivers several key benefits:

• High Performance: Provides reliable and high-throughput 10GbE connectivity crucial for data-intensive workloads.
• Optimized for Virtualization: Its comprehensive offload capabilities and support for network virtualization technologies enhance performance in virtualized environments, allowing for higher VM density and improved efficiency.
• Reduced CPU Utilization: By offloading common networking tasks, the adapter minimizes the load on the host CPU, leading to better overall system performance.
• Streamlined Integration: The OCP 3.0 form factor facilitates easy installation and hot-swapping in compatible servers, simplifying maintenance and upgrades.
• Cost-Effective: Offers a powerful and efficient 10GbE solution, striking a balance between performance and investment.

Applications:

The versatility of the P26256-B21 adapter makes it suitable for a wide array of applications:

• Data Centers: Ideal for server connectivity in modern data centers where high bandwidth is essential for server-to-server communication, virtual machine migration, and cloud deployments.
• Enterprise Servers: Enhances the performance of enterprise servers hosting critical applications, databases, and virtualization platforms.
• Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI): Provides the necessary network backbone for HCI solutions, ensuring efficient communication between compute and storage nodes.
• Network Attached Storage (NAS) / Storage Area Networks (SAN): Accelerates data transfer rates to and from network storage, improving overall storage performance.

HP Server Compatibility:

The Broadcom BCM57412 Ethernet 10Gb 2-port SFP+ OCP3 Adapter (P26256-B21) is specifically designed for compatibility with a range of Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) ProLiant Gen10 Plus and Gen11 servers that support the OCP 3.0 form factor. This includes, but is not limited to, popular series such as:

• HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 Plus
• HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 Plus
• HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 Plus
• HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen10 Plus
• HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen11
• HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen11

Always verify compatibility with your specific server model and its OCP slot configuration before purchase.