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- In Stock: 2
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 46K7971
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 1.00lb
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Overview
The IBM 4-Port 1Gbps Integrated Virtual Daughter Card, model 46K7971, is a high performance Quad Ethernet module designed for IBM server platforms. This compact daughter card provides four independent 1Gbps Ethernet ports in a single, space-saving form factor, enabling fast and reliable network connectivity for demanding data center and enterprise environments.
Key Features
- Four dedicated 1Gbps Ethernet ports for simultaneous high-speed connections
- Integrated virtualisation support for efficient resource allocation
- Plug-in design compatible with IBM server chassis that support daughter cards
- Low latency and high throughput for critical applications
- Robust firmware with easy firmware update capability
- Energy efficient operation to reduce power consumption
Technical Specifications
- Model / Part Number: 46K7971
- Port Count: 4 x 1Gbps Ethernet
- Interface: PCI Express x1 (or appropriate IBM proprietary interface)
- Form Factor: Integrated Virtual Daughter Card
- Supported Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, IPv4, IPv6
- Operating Temperature: 0 deg to 55 deg C
- Power Consumption: Typical 5W per card
- Compliance: FCC, CE, RoHS
Applications
The 4-Port 1Gbps Integrated Virtual Daughter Card is ideal for a wide range of scenarios, including:
- Virtualised server environments that require multiple network interfaces per host
- High-performance computing clusters needing reliable low-latency connections
- Enterprise data centers that consolidate network traffic onto a single physical server
- Storage area networks (SAN) and network attached storage (NAS) systems
- Cloud service providers seeking scalable and flexible networking solutions
By delivering four high-speed Ethernet ports in a single, integrated module, this IBM daughter card helps reduce cabling complexity, improve network redundancy, and maximize the utilization of server resources.