Lenovo ThinkSystem X710-DA2 PCIe 10Gb 2-Port SFP+ Ethernet Adapter

Overview

The Lenovo 7ZT7A00537 is a PCIe network adapter designed to deliver high-speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity through two SFP+ ports. Built on the Intel X710 controller and utilizing a PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface, it provides the bandwidth and low latency required for demanding server environments. This adapter is well suited for virtualized hosts, compute nodes, and application servers that need reliable and efficient network performance.

Key features

• Two 10GbE SFP+ ports enable fast and scalable network connections for data centers and enterprise servers.
• Supports SR-IOV and up to 256 VMDq virtual machines, allowing efficient traffic steering and isolation in virtualized environments.
• Hardware offloads for VXLAN and NVGRE maintain throughput when using network overlays, reducing CPU load.
• Application steering with data sorting offloads improves flow distribution and optimizes packet handling.
• Integrated fault tolerance ensures continuous operation, minimizing downtime in critical server setups.
• Includes both full height and low profile brackets for flexible installation across various server chassis.

Key specs

• Network controller: Intel X710
• Interface: PCI Express 3.0 x8
• Ports: 2 x 10GbE SFP+
• Virtualization support: SR-IOV, up to 256 VMDq VMs
• Hardware offloads: VXLAN, NVGRE, application steering, data sorting
• Form factor: Full height and low profile brackets included

Connectivity and compatibility

This adapter connects via a PCIe 3.0 x8 slot, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of modern servers. The two SFP+ ports support 10 Gigabit Ethernet modules, making it compatible with various fiber or direct attach cables depending on your network infrastructure. Its virtualization features integrate seamlessly with hypervisors that support SR-IOV and VMDq, enhancing network efficiency in multi-tenant environments.

Performance and reliability

Designed to handle heavy network traffic with minimal latency, this adapter offloads key network functions to hardware, reducing CPU overhead and improving overall server performance. The integrated fault tolerance supports continuous operation, which is essential for enterprise servers that require high availability. Its robust design and Intel X710 controller ensure consistent throughput and stable connections under demanding workloads.

Ideal uses and environments

This network adapter is a strong choice for data centers and enterprise IT environments that require 10GbE connectivity with advanced virtualization support. It fits well in virtualized hosts managing multiple VMs, compute nodes processing large data sets, and application servers that demand reliable and efficient network performance. The included brackets make it adaptable to different server chassis, simplifying deployment across diverse hardware setups.