NETAPP X1008A – NIC, PCI-E, 2-port 10GbE, SFP+

Detailed Description:

The NETAPP X1008A network interface card is a high-performance solution designed to enhance the connectivity and throughput of data centers and enterprise IT environments. This PCI Express (PCIe) card features dual 10 gigabit Ethernet (GbE) ports with SFP+ connectors, providing a high-speed network interface for NetApp storage systems and servers. The X1008A is engineered for efficiency and performance, supporting advanced network features such as VLAN tagging, Jumbo Frames, and hardware acceleration for TCP/IP and iSCSI offloading. These capabilities ensure optimal network utilization, lower CPU usage, and improved throughput for data-intensive applications. The card’s SFP+ ports offer flexibility in network design, allowing for the use of direct attach copper cables, short-range, or long-range optical transceivers depending on the specific network requirements. This makes the X1008A suitable for a wide range of environments, from small business networks to large-scale data centers. Its low-profile design and compatibility with a broad spectrum of NetApp storage systems make it an ideal choice for organizations seeking to expand their network’s capacity and performance. Whether deploying virtualized applications, high-performance computing tasks, or large file transfers, the NETAPP X1008A provides a reliable, high-speed networking solution that meets the demands of modern data centers.