Detailed Specifications
HPE E7X97A 4-Port 1 Gb Ethernet Adapter
Overview
The HPE E7X97A is a quad-port 1 Gb/s RJ-45 Ethernet adapter module intended for deployment with HPE 3PAR StoreServ 7000 series storage arrays and compatible platforms. It enables four individual Gigabit LAN interfaces to support management traffic, replication paths or dedicated storage network segments, offering link aggregation (LACP), VLAN tagging and IEEE 802.1p QoS for traffic prioritisation. Because it is designed as a compact plugin module for the array's controller enclosure, it integrates directly into the storage fabric and simplifies the wiring for storage-specific networking roles. The unit occupies minimal chassis space and has a weight of approximately 0.6 lb, making it suitable for dense storage chassis environments where space, power and thermal budgets are constrained.
Key Features
Four 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 Ethernet ports
Supports link aggregation (LACP), VLAN tagging, 802.1p QoS
Optimised for HPE 3PAR StoreServ 7000 series and selected ProLiant servers
Compact, low-power form factor (~0.6 lb) for storage chassis
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|
| Brand | HPE |
| Part Number | E7X97A |
| Product Type | 4-Port 1 Gb Ethernet Adapter |
| Ports | 4 × 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 |
| Supported Speed | Up to 1 Gb/s full-duplex per port |
| Link Aggregation | LACP support |
| VLAN Support | IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging |
| QoS | IEEE 802.1p priority tagging |
| Form Factor | Storage array plugin module |
| Weight | Approximately 0.6 lb (~0.27 kg) |
| Compatible Platforms | HPE 3PAR StoreServ 7000 series, selected ProLiant |
| Operating Temperature | ~0 °C to 55 °C |
| Virtualisation Support | Yes |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS |
| Typical Use Case | Storage array management & replication networking |
