HPE P12608-001 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter 10/25Gb 2-Port 641SFP28

Detailed Specifications

The HPE P12608-001 is a high-performance, dual-port 10/25Gb Ethernet network adapter designed for HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers and Nimble Storage solutions. This adapter addresses the growing need for higher bandwidth and low-latency connectivity in modern data centers, effectively eliminating network bottlenecks for I/O-intensive workloads such as virtualization, cloud computing, and large database applications. Engineered for demanding enterprise environments, this adapter provides two SFP28 ports, offering the flexibility to operate at either 10GbE or 25GbE speeds. This dual-speed capability allows for a seamless transition from existing 10Gb infrastructure to a higher-performance 25Gb network without requiring an immediate, full-scale upgrade. Key features include support for RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE), which improves server efficiency by offloading protocol processing, and tunnel offload capabilities for VXLAN and NVGRE, enhancing performance in virtualized overlay networks. Physically, the P12608-001 is a PCIe 3.0 x8 adapter designed for simple integration into compatible HPE ProLiant rack servers. It is managed through standard HPE server utilities, ensuring unified device management within the existing infrastructure. Its design is optimized for environments that require maximum VM density and scalability, making it an ideal component for building efficient and responsive cloud and storage networks.