Intel XL710-QDA2: Unlock a New Level of Performance

Intel XL710-QDA2: 40GbE Dual-Port QSFP+ Ethernet Converged Network Adapter 

The Intel XL710-QDA2 40GbE Dual-Port QSFP+ Ethernet Converged Network Adapter is engineered to deliver exceptional performance, scalability, and reliability for data centers and high-performance computing (HPC) environments. With dual 40GbE ports, this advanced adapter supports converged networking for both storage and data traffic, optimizing network efficiency and reducing infrastructure complexity. Perfect for virtualized data centers, cloud environments, and high-bandwidth applications, the Intel XL710-QDA2 ensures low latency, high throughput, and robust scalability for modern enterprise applications.

Key Features

1. Dual 40GbE QSFP+ Ports for Unmatched Speed:

• Provides two 40GbE QSFP+ ports, each capable of delivering up to 40Gbps of data throughput, enabling fast and efficient data transfer.
• Ideal for high-bandwidth applications such as real-time analytics, cloud computing, big data processing, and storage area networks (SANs).

2. Converged Networking:

• Supports Ethernet, Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), and iSCSI traffic over the same network, reducing the need for separate network infrastructure and lowering overall operational costs.
• Optimized for environments requiring both high-throughput data transfers and storage connectivity.

3. Low Latency and High Throughput:

• Designed for ultra-low latency and high throughput, the XL710-QDA2 is perfect for latency-sensitive applications, including HPC, virtualization, and real-time communications.
• Ensures rapid data processing and seamless access to storage resources in demanding workloads.

4. Advanced Virtualization Support:

• Fully compatible with leading virtualization platforms, including VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Linux KVM.
• Supports SR-IOV (Single Root I/O Virtualization) for efficient virtualized environments, improving overall system performance and network throughput.

5. Efficient Power and Space Utilization:

• Designed for energy efficiency, the XL710-QDA2 helps reduce power consumption in large-scale data centers.
• The compact QSFP+ form factor ensures optimal use of rack space while providing maximum throughput, making it ideal for space-constrained environments.

6. Enterprise-Grade Reliability and Scalability:

• Built with enterprise-class features, including hardware offloads for TCP/IP, RDMA, and iSCSI, to offload traffic processing and enhance overall system performance.
• Scalability to meet growing bandwidth demands, supporting future expansion and increased workloads.

Technical Specifications

• Ports: 2 x 40GbE QSFP+ Ethernet ports (dual-port)
• Data Rate: Up to 40Gbps per port
• Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8
• Protocol Support: Ethernet, FCoE, iSCSI, RDMA, TCP/IP offload
• Form Factor: Full-height, half-length
• Compatibility:
  • Servers: Compatible with major OEM servers
  • Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, VMware, and more
• Power Management: Energy-efficient design with low power consumption
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C
• Max Distance: Up to 100 meters with OM3 multimode fiber

Applications

• High-performance computing (HPC)
• Virtualized data centers and cloud environments
• Converged networking (storage and data traffic)
• Real-time analytics and big data applications
• Storage area networks (SANs)
• High-throughput, latency-sensitive workloads

Why Choose the Intel XL710-QDA2?

• Blazing-Fast 40GbE Connectivity: Dual 40GbE ports provide the high-speed, low-latency connections required for demanding enterprise applications.
• Converged Networking: Combines storage and data traffic into a single unified network, simplifying infrastructure and reducing costs.
• Optimized for Virtualization: Enhances performance in virtualized environments, supporting advanced features like SR-IOV.
• Energy-Efficient Design: Helps reduce power consumption in large-scale deployments without sacrificing performance.
• Scalable and Future-Proof: Built for expansion, ensuring your network can grow to meet future bandwidth needs.

The Intel XL710-QDA2 40GbE Dual-Port QSFP+ Ethernet Converged Network Adapter is the ideal choice for modern, high-performance data centers and cloud infrastructures. With its advanced capabilities in converged networking, ultra-fast 40GbE connectivity, and low-latency performance, this adapter ensures seamless data and storage networking, providing the reliability and scalability required by mission-critical applications.