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- In Stock: 1
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: PXG4BPI-CS-ROHS
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM PXG4BPI-CS-ROHS 4-Port (Quad) Gigabit Copper Bypass Adapter Card provides a reliable, high-speed networking solution for blade servers and modular systems. Designed to fit standard PCIe slots, this adapter delivers full 1 Gbps Ethernet performance on each of its four copper ports while offering a bypass mode that maintains network continuity during maintenance or failure events.
Key Features
- Four independent RJ45 ports supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
- Hardware bypass circuit ensures uninterrupted traffic when a port or the host fails
- RoHS compliant design for environmentally responsible deployments
- Plug-and-play installation with no driver required for most operating systems
- Low latency and minimal CPU overhead for optimal throughput
- Compact form factor fits in standard server chassis without additional space
Technical Specifications
- Form factor: PCIe x4 low profile
- Connector type: RJ45 copper
- Supported speeds: 10/100/1000 Mbps per port
- Bypass mode: Automatic failover with configurable timeout
- Power consumption: < 5 W typical
- Operating temperature: 0 to 55 deg C
- Compliance: RoHS, FCC, CE
Applications
The 4-Port Gigabit Copper Bypass Adapter Card is ideal for data center blade servers, high-density virtualization platforms, and network appliances that require redundant connectivity. It is well suited for:
- Enterprise server farms needing continuous network availability
- Virtual machine hosts that demand multiple isolated network segments
- Storage area network (SAN) gateways requiring reliable Ethernet links
- Testing and development environments where rapid reconfiguration is essential
- Edge computing devices that must maintain connectivity during maintenance cycles
With its robust bypass capability and four high-performance ports, the IBM PXG4BPI-CS-ROHS adapter delivers both flexibility and resilience for modern networking demands.