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HPE NC552SFP 10GBase-X PCI Express x8 network card, plug-in form factor, green PCB with silver bracket

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HPE NC552SFP 10GBase-X PCI Express x8 network card

SKU CH-SC42-A2BEV MPN NC552SFP

10GBase-X network adapter connects servers via PCI Express x8 with SFP+ slots

  • Rated speed10GBase-X
  • Interface typePCI-Express
  • Connection types10GBase-X
  • Bus interfacePCI Express x8
  • Product classPCI Express
  • 10 Gbps connectivity via 10GBase-X SFP+ ports
  • PCI Express x8 host interface for server bandwidth
  • Low-profile plug-in card fits dense chassis
  • RoHS-6 compliant for regulated environments
  • HPE 614203-B21 part number for fleet tracking

10GBase-X dual-port adapter

The HPE NC552SFP is a 10-gigabit Ethernet server adapter built on a PCI Express x8 interface. It provides two SFP+ cages for 10GBase-X optical or direct-attach copper modules. The plug-in card targets servers and workstations that need dedicated high-throughput networking. It is not for systems limited to PCIe x4 or x1 slots.

Fits a full-height PCIe x8 slot

The card measures 7.6 inches by 11.1 inches with a 1.3-inch profile and weighs approximately 1 lb. It requires a full-height PCI Express x8 expansion slot and two SFP+ transceivers or cables, which are not included. The x8 electrical connection frees bandwidth for other peripherals on the bus. Buyers who need a low-profile bracket or single-port density should look elsewhere.

Replaces 1 GbE NICs in virtualised hosts

Upgrading from a standard gigabit adapter removes the 1 Gbps bottleneck for storage replication, backup and VM migration traffic. The jump is worth it when the switch fabric and cabling already support 10GBase-X speeds. Environments still running on Cat5e copper or without SFP+ optics will not benefit.

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Price $28.99
Cheaper than about 85% of the 1,505 comparable items (median $90.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHPE
Product classPCI Express
Performance
Rated speed10GBase-X
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express
Connection types10GBase-X
Bus interfacePCI Express x8

Questions about this item

Does the PCI Express x8 interface provide enough bandwidth for sustained 10GBase-X throughput?

The PCI Express x8 host interface supplies sufficient lane width for continuous 10GBase-X line-rate traffic without bottleneck.

How much heat does the card generate during all-day operation?

The plug-in card weighs 1 lb and fits a standard low-profile slot; passive cooling relies on server chassis airflow.

Which SFP+ transceiver modules are required to complete the link?

The card uses SFP+ cages, so you must supply compatible 10GBase-X SFP+ optics or direct-attach cables.

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