HPE P26871-001

SFP28 2-Port Gigabit Ethernet Adapter Network

The HPE P26871-001 Ethernet Network Adapter is a dual-port SFP28 card designed to deliver high-performance 25 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for modern server and data center environments. Tailored for IT professionals managing bandwidth-intensive applications, virtualization, and storage networking, this adapter provides low latency, high throughput, and advanced offload capabilities. It is ideal for enhancing server network interfaces with scalable, high-speed connections while maintaining energy efficiency and reliable operation. Compatible with HPE ProLiant Gen10 and later servers, it supports multi-speed operation, offering flexibility in diverse networking infrastructures.

Features

This 2-port SFP28 adapter connects via a PCIe 3.0 x8 interface, delivering 25 GbE per port with backward compatibility to 10 GbE and 1 GbE speeds depending on the network environment. The adapter supports advanced features such as RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE), Single Root I/O Virtualization (SR-IOV), and VXLAN/NVGRE offloading, enhancing performance for virtualized workloads and high-speed storage traffic. Its low-profile design and efficient power consumption make it a great fit for dense server configurations.The HPE P26871-001 also offers secure firmware with root-of-trust and trusted platform support, protecting against unauthorized modifications. Its broad compatibility with HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus servers ensures smooth integration, simplifying deployment and management. This adapter is suited for data centers focusing on cloud, virtualization, and high-bandwidth applications, supporting flexible and future-proof network architectures.

Advanced Options

The HPE P26871-001 Network Adapter  combines robust reliability with cutting-edge performance features suited for demanding enterprise and data center environments. Its PCIe 3.0 x8 interface provides ample bandwidth to support dual 25 GbE ports, ensuring minimal bottlenecks during heavy data transfer or virtualization workloads. Advanced offloading capabilities such as RDMA and VXLAN reduce CPU overhead, boosting overall system efficiency and network responsiveness.