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Dell 540-BBRG Intel X550 dual-port 10G Base-T network card low-profile silver bracket

DELL

DELL 540-BBRG Intel X550 Dual Port 10G Base-T network card

SKU CH-PG2S-A9NXH MPN 540-BBRG

Dual-port 10GBASE-T adapter for enterprise servers with virtualisation offloads and 128 queues per port

  • Product weight0.54
  • Delivers 10GbE throughput for high-speed data demands
  • Dual-port Intel X550 controller handles 10000 Mbit/s connections
  • Low-profile design fits dense server chassis with .54 kg weight
  • Virtualization-ready with SR-IOV supporting 64 functions per port
  • Validated on Xeon processors for enterprise workload reliability

Server-Grade 10GbE Dual-Port Adapter

The DELL 540-BBRG Intel X550 adds two 10GBASE-T Ethernet ports to a server or workstation. It targets IT teams running virtualised workloads, cloud services or telecom infrastructure who need reliable 10000 Mbit/s connectivity over copper cabling.

Upgrade from 1GbE NICs for virtualised hosts

Replacing a standard 1000BASE-T card with this dual-port adapter removes the network bottleneck for VM migration, backup traffic and storage replication. The jump is worth it when CPU cores outpace the single gigabit link and SR-IOV with up to 64 virtual functions per port is required.

Copper distance and switch compatibility limits

10GBASE-T runs up to 100 metres on Cat6a or better cabling, but shorter reaches on lower categories. The adapter negotiates down to 1000BASE-T for legacy switches, yet full 10G throughput demands switch ports that support the higher signalling rate and flow-control features.

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Price $326.99
Pricier than about 79% of the 1,505 comparable items (median $90.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Size & build
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size229 × 152 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

What slot and bracket does the 540-BBRG need to fit in a server?

It uses a PCI Express slot and ships with a low-profile bracket for 1U or 2U chassis.

Which step is often missed when installing the Intel X550 dual-port adapter?

Attach the low-profile bracket before seating the card, then enable SR-IOV and VMDq in the BIOS so all 128 queues per port become active.

What ongoing upkeep does the 10G Base-T controller require?

Keep the heatsink fins clear of dust and update the Intel driver and firmware when new releases address security or performance fixes.

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