HPE Ethernet 10/25Gb 2-port SFP28 Adapter

Overview

The HPE P26262-B21 is an Ethernet adapter designed specifically for ProLiant Gen10 Plus servers, providing two SFP28 ports capable of running at 10 or 25Gb speeds. This dual-port card fits into a PCIe Gen3 x8 slot, ensuring that data flows through the network without internal bottlenecks. Equipped with the Broadcom BCM57414 controller, it offloads packet processing tasks from the CPU, enabling efficient handling of high-bandwidth traffic and low-latency communication.

Key features

• Two SFP28 ports that support flexible 10 or 25Gb Ethernet speeds to match current and future network demands
• Broadcom BCM57414 controller optimizes packet processing and reduces CPU load for better overall server performance
• PCIe Gen3 x8 interface ensures high throughput without internal data transfer limitations
• RDMA and RoCE v1/v2 support enable low-latency data transfers, ideal for storage traffic and distributed applications
• Secure boot functionality verifies firmware integrity at startup, enhancing server security against unauthorized modifications
• SR-IOV and network virtualization support, including VXLAN and NVGRE, allow efficient creation of isolated virtual networks with strong performance
• Designed to integrate seamlessly with HPE Gen10 Plus servers, simplifying upgrades and maintenance
• Low power consumption around 9.1 watts helps maintain predictable system power budgets

Key specs

• Ports: 2 x SFP28 supporting 10/25Gb Ethernet
• Controller: Broadcom BCM57414
• Interface: PCIe Gen3 x8
• Power consumption: approximately 9.1 watts
• Supported protocols: RDMA, RoCE v1 and v2, SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE
• Compatible server platform: HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus

Connectivity and compatibility

This adapter offers two SFP28 ports that provide flexible connectivity options for 10Gb or 25Gb Ethernet networks, making it suitable for evolving data center environments. The PCIe Gen3 x8 interface ensures that the card can handle high data throughput without becoming a bottleneck. It supports advanced networking protocols such as RDMA and RoCE for efficient data transfer, as well as virtualization standards like SR-IOV, VXLAN, and NVGRE, which are essential for modern virtualized infrastructures.

Performance and reliability

With the Broadcom BCM57414 controller managing packet processing, this adapter offloads intensive network tasks from the server CPU, improving overall system responsiveness. The inclusion of secure boot helps maintain firmware integrity, reducing security risks in sensitive environments. Its low power draw contributes to energy-efficient operation, which is critical in large-scale data centers. These features combine to deliver consistent, reliable network performance for demanding workloads.

Ideal uses and environments

This Ethernet adapter is well suited to data centers running virtualization clusters, software-defined storage, or high-performance computing workloads that require fast and reliable east-west traffic. It provides a straightforward upgrade path for administrators looking to move from 10Gb to 25Gb Ethernet without replacing existing infrastructure. Its design fits naturally into HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus servers, making it a strong choice for IT teams focused on scalability, security, and efficient network management.