Detailed Specifications
HPE P11688-001 Dual-Port 10Gb Ethernet Adapter
Overview
The HPE P11688-001 is a dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet BASE-T network adapter designed for HPE Gen10 Plus servers. It provides two RJ-45 ports that deliver up to 10 Gbps per port over Cat6a or Cat7 copper cabling, offering high-speed connectivity without requiring fiber infrastructure. Using the Marvell QL41132HLRJ chipset, it supports advanced offload capabilities such as RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE), VXLAN/NVGRE tunneling, and SR-IOV for virtualized workloads. The adapter connects through a PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface, ensuring full bandwidth and reduced latency for demanding applications. Ideal for data centers, enterprise servers, or edge deployments, this adapter enhances throughput for virtualization, clustered storage, and hyper-converged infrastructure. It supports HPE's secure firmware architecture, integrates with iLO management, and is compatible with multiple ProLiant DL, ML, and XL series systems, ensuring seamless deployment and lifecycle management within HPE environments.
Key Features
Dual 10Gb BASE-T RJ-45 ports with Cat6a/Cat7 support
PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface for high throughput
Marvell QL41132HLRJ chipset with advanced offloads
SR-IOV, RoCE, and VXLAN/NVGRE tunneling support
Secure firmware validation and HPE system integration
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|
| Brand | HPE |
| Part Number | P11688-001 |
| Product Type | Dual-Port 10Gb Ethernet Adapter |
| Interface | PCI Express 3.0 x8 |
| Ports | 2 × 10Gb BASE-T RJ-45 |
| Chipset | Marvell QL41132HLRJ |
| Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbps per port |
| Cable Type Supported | Cat6a/Cat7 copper |
| Form Factor | Plug-in card (low-profile/full-height) |
| Offload Features | RDMA, VXLAN/NVGRE, SR-IOV |
| Power Consumption | Up to 25 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C |
| Compatibility | HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus servers |
| Dimensions | 6.6 in (L) × 2.0 in (W) |
| Weight | 0.5 lb |
