Detailed Specifications
HPE Intel I350-T4 Ethernet 1Gb 4-port BASE-T OCP3 Adapter
Overview
The HPE Ethernet 1Gb 4-port BASE-T I350-T4 OCP3 Adapter is a specialized network interface card designed to expand server connectivity and enhance performance in modern data centers. Engineered for HPE Gen10 Plus and newer servers supporting the OCP 3.0 mezzanine form factor, this adapter provides a dense, reliable quad-port solution for scalable enterprise workloads. It addresses the need for increased I/O capacity in virtualized environments, database clusters, and web-facing applications where port density and traffic segmentation are critical. Based on the robust Intel I350 Ethernet Controller, this adapter excels at offloading network tasks from the server CPU. It leverages Intel Virtualization Technology for Connectivity (VT-c), which includes features like Virtual Machine Device Queues (VMDq) and SR-IOV support. These technologies intelligently manage and route network traffic directly to virtual machines, significantly reducing I/O bottlenecks and improving overall system efficiency. This ensures consistent application performance and allows for higher VM density per server. Designed for seamless integration into OCP 3.0 slots, this adapter offers tool-less, hot-pluggable serviceability in compatible systems, simplifying deployment and maintenance. Its compact, card-based form factor occupies a dedicated mezzanine slot, preserving valuable PCIe expansion for other components. Management is integrated within the server's existing infrastructure tools, while security is enhanced through firmware authentication, ensuring that updates are signed and trusted to prevent unauthorized modifications.
