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- In Stock: 392
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Model or Part: 557M9
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The Dell Broadcom 5720 Dual Port 1GB Network Adapter (model 557M9) delivers reliable, high-speed connectivity for servers, workstations and storage appliances. Designed with enterprise-grade components, this adapter provides two independent Gigabit Ethernet ports, enabling load balancing, fault tolerance and flexible network segmentation in demanding data center environments.
Key Features
- Dual 1Gbps Ethernet ports for redundant or aggregated connections
- PCI Express 2.0 x1 interface for easy installation in standard slots
- Supports IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab standards for full compatibility
- Advanced flow control and QoS to prioritize critical traffic
- Energy efficient design reduces power consumption
- Compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers and a wide range of OEM platforms
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: 557M9
- Chipset: Broadcom NetXtreme II BCM5720
- Interface: PCIe 2.0 x1 (5.0 GT/s)
- Ports: 2 x RJ45 10/100/1000BASE-T
- Maximum Throughput: 2 Gbps aggregate
- Supported Operating Systems: Windows Server 2019/2016, Windows 10, Linux distributions, VMware ESXi
- Wake-on-LAN support
- PCIe form factor: Low profile and full height options
Applications
- Server virtualization hosts requiring reliable network redundancy
- High-performance computing clusters that need low latency Ethernet
- Storage area networks (SAN) and network attached storage (NAS) devices
- Enterprise edge routers and firewalls that benefit from dual port connectivity
- Small to medium business servers where cost-effective Gigabit networking is essential
By integrating the Dell Broadcom 5720 Dual Port 1GB Network Adapter into your infrastructure, you gain the flexibility to design resilient network topologies while maintaining optimal performance and energy efficiency.