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Low-profile PCIe network card with two SFP+ ports

DELL

DELL 540-BBDR 10Gbps 2 x SFP+ PCI-Express network card

SKU CH-QSKK-QZTKQ MPN 540-BBDR

A low-profile PCIe network adapter with two SFP+ ports delivering 10 Gbps wired connectivity for compatible Dell PowerEdge servers

  • Rated speed10 Gbit/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express
  • Connection types2 x SFP+
  • Key featuresForm Factor: Plug-in card - low profile Data Link Protocol:
  • Product weight0.55
  • Dual 10Gbps ports double server bandwidth
  • Low-profile plug-in card fits dense chassis
  • PCI-Express interface installs in standard server slots
  • SFP+ cages accept fibre or copper modules
  • Intel X520 controller drives compatible PowerEdge servers

Dual 10GbE SFP+ adapter

This Dell PCI-Express network card delivers two 10Gbps SFP+ ports in a low-profile plug-in form factor. It uses the Intel X520 dual-port controller to provide wired 10 GigE connectivity for compatible servers. The adapter adds high-throughput networking without occupying a full-height bracket slot. Weighing 0.55 units, it is built for dense rack environments.

Suited for PowerEdge servers

The card is qualified for PowerEdge R220, R420, T320, T630, VRTX, R430, R440, R540, R740, R930, T440 and T640 systems. It fits administrators who need dual-port 10GbE uplinks on those platforms. Buyers with servers outside this validated list should verify compatibility before purchasing. The low-profile design also limits use to chassis that accept half-height brackets.

PCI-Express x8 electrical interface

The adapter connects through a PCI-Express slot and requires an x8 electrical link to run both ports at 10Gbps. Systems that only provide x4 electrical wiring will restrict total throughput to a single port’s line rate. Confirm the slot width in your server’s riser or motherboard documentation before ordering.

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Price $353.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Model name540-BBDR
Performance
Rated speed10 Gbit/s
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express
Connection types2 x SFP+
Size & build
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size155 × 137 × 28 mm

Questions about this item

Will the DELL 540-BBDR fit in a PowerEdge R430 alongside my existing PCIe cards?

The card uses a low-profile plug-in form factor and connects via PCI-Express, so it occupies a single low-profile slot in the R430 without blocking adjacent full-height cards.

How can I confirm both 10Gbps SFP+ ports are active after installation?

Each port will show a link LED when a compatible SFP+ module and cable are seated; the operating system will then list two 10 GigE interfaces ready for configuration.

Does the box include SFP+ transceivers or cables, or must I purchase them separately?

The adapter ships with the low-profile bracket only; SFP+ modules and direct-attach or fibre cables are sold separately.

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