10Gtek for Intel E10G42BTDA 82599ES Chip 10GbE Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X520-DA2/X520-SR2, PCI-E X8 Dual SFP+ Port
79.99 CAD
Virtualization and AI/storage servers wanting a proven Intel 82599 dual-port 10G SFP+ NIC with universal driver support at a low price.
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About this product
Key features
- 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 1) You should install the Windows 10 driver and follow the direction of "how to set upWindows 11" to set up. 2) The Dell and HPE servers require MCU info matching the host OS; however, this NIC doesn't satisfy. Please contact us before making a purchase.
- 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐄: NON SUPPORT 1.25G SFP; NON SUPPORT HOT SWAPING!
- 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫: Intel 82599ES controller, supports single-root I/O virtualization (SR-IOV) and Intel Data Direct I/O Technology (Intel DDIO) to improve network performance.
- 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦: Windows Server 2012/2016/2019, Windows7/8/10, Linux, VMware ESX/ESXi 5/6/7, FreeBSD 11/12/13/14, Ubuntu 20/22.
- 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜.: Dual SFP+ ports, connect to SFP+ modules/DAC/AOC. Full height and low profile bracket for standard computer and servers.
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Specifications
- Media
- SFP+ DAC or SR/LR optics (sold separately)
- Ports
- 2x SFP+
- Speed
- 10GbE (dual SFP+)
- Controller
- Intel 82599ES
- Bus Interface
- PCIe x8
- Compatibility
- Intel X520-DA2 / X520-SR2 compatible
Pros
- ✓Intel 82599ES controller — excellent broad driver support (Windows/Linux/VMware/ESXi/FreeBSD)
- ✓Dual 10G SFP+ ports at a fraction of OEM Intel X520 price
- ✓Well-known reference design, reliable in virtualization hosts
- ✓Works with Intel SFP+ optics and most DAC cables
Cons
- ×No transceivers/DAC included
- ×Some switches/optics require enabling 'unsupported SFP' or use Intel-coded modules
- ×Older PCIe 2.0 generation card
FAQ
Is this a genuine Intel card?
It is a 10Gtek card built on the Intel 82599ES chip, compatible with the X520-DA2/SR2; drivers use Intel's ixgbe driver.
Will VMware ESXi recognize it?
Yes, the 82599-based X520 is natively supported by ESXi's ixgbe driver, making it a popular choice for virtualization hosts.
Can I use generic DAC cables?
Most work, but the X520 firmware may flag non-Intel optics; 10Gtek/generic DACs are commonly used successfully, or use Intel-coded modules to avoid warnings.