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- In Stock: 1
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Model or Part: XNPKX
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The Dell XNPKX Intel X520-DA2 Dual Port 10GbE NIC delivers high-performance, low-latency networking for servers that demand reliable bandwidth in demanding data center environments. Built on the proven Intel X520 chipset, this network interface card supports two independent 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports, allowing flexible configuration of link aggregation, failover or separate traffic streams.
Key Features
- Dual RJ45 connectors with support for 10GBASE-T and 1GBASE-T operation
- PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface for maximum throughput and minimal CPU overhead
- Intel Virtualization Technology for I/O (VT-d) enables secure device assignment in virtualized environments
- Advanced Flow Director and Receive Side Scaling improve packet processing efficiency
- Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) reduces power consumption during low traffic periods
- Compliant with IEEE 802.3bz, 802.1Qbg, 802.1Qaz standards for seamless integration
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: XNPKX
- Chipset: Intel Ethernet Controller X520-DA2
- Ports: 2 x RJ45 (10GBASE-T / 1GBASE-T)
- Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8, backward compatible with PCIe 2.0
- Maximum Bandwidth: 20 Gbps aggregate (full duplex)
- Supported Operating Systems: Windows Server 2019/2022, Linux distributions, VMware ESXi, Hyper-V
- Power Consumption: Typical 6 W, idle less than 3 W with EEE enabled
- Form Factor: Low profile bracket included for space constrained chassis
Applications
This NIC is ideal for high-performance computing clusters, virtualized server farms, storage area networks and any workload that requires fast data movement such as database replication, video streaming, and large file transfers. It also serves well in converged infrastructure where multiple traffic types-management, VM migration, and production workloads-must be isolated or aggregated without sacrificing speed.
By integrating the Dell Intel X520-DA2 Dual Port 10GbE NIC into your server architecture, you gain scalable bandwidth, enhanced reliability and a future-proof networking foundation that supports evolving data center demands.