HPE P08451-B21

Marvell 2-Port Gigabit Ethernet Adapter

The HPE P08451-B21 Marvell 2-Port Gigabit Ethernet Adapter is a high-performance network interface card designed for modern enterprise workloads that demand exceptional bandwidth, reliability, and scalability. Equipped with two 10/25 Gigabit Ethernet ports, this adapter is ideal for virtualized environments, cloud data centers, and high-throughput storage applications. Powered by Marvell’s advanced controller technology, it delivers low-latency packet processing and efficient offload capabilities that reduce CPU overhead and increase server efficiency. Whether you're upgrading your server infrastructure or deploying new systems, this adapter ensures seamless integration, compatibility, and robust network performance.

Features

Engineered for HPE ProLiant and Apollo server platforms, the HPE P08451-B21 enhances network throughput with 10/25GbE support across dual SFP28 ports. Built on Marvell's trusted technology, it supports advanced networking protocols such as RoCE v2, TCP/IP offload, and VLAN tagging, ensuring minimal latency and maximum performance in high-density compute environments.With PCIe Gen4 x8 interface, it takes full advantage of modern server architecture, boosting I/O bandwidth while supporting virtualization technologies like SR-IOV and VMware NetQueue. The adapter's low-profile form factor ensures compatibility across various server chassis, and its power-efficient design makes it ideal for energy-conscious deployments.

Advanced Options

The HPE P08451-B21 MarvellGigabit Ethernet Adapteris engineered for consistent high performance and server-grade reliability. Its robust architecture includes a highly efficient packet engine that enables intelligent offloading of network traffic, reducing CPU usage and improving application responsiveness. Support for remote direct memory access (RDMA) over Converged Ethernet (RoCE v2) allows ultra-low-latency communication—essential for clustered database workloads, storage networks, and real-time applications.