PCI Network Card
 HP NC522SFP Dual Port
10GbE Gigabit Server Adapter
PCI-Express with 2-port SFP+
C-NET-HP-xxx
 
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Description:

The NC522SFP is an eight lane (x8) PCI Express (PCIe) 10 Gigabit network solution offering the highest bandwidth available in a ProLiant Ethernet adapter. This dual port PCI Express Gen 2 adapter supports SFP+ (Small Form-factor Pluggable) connectors, requiring either Direct Attach Cable (DAC) for copper environments, or fiber transceivers supporting SR, LR, or LRM optics plus fiber cables for fiber optic environments.

The two ports on the NC522SFP have a theoretical maximum of 40Gbps full-duplex, bi-directional throughput. Using Direct Attach Cable (DAC) available from HP, the NC522SFP runs on copper cable. Fiber optic modules and cables available from HP allow the NC522SFP to connect to SR, LR, and LRM environments.

General Specification:

  • Product dimensions (W x D x H): 1.25 x 7.63 x 11.1 in
  • Weight ( Imperial ): 1 lb
  • Weight ( Metric ): 0.45 kg
  • Host Interface: PCI Express
  • Number of Total Expansion Slots: 2
  • Network Technology: 10GBase-T
  • Form Factor: Internal
  • Green Compliance: Yes
  • Green Compliance Certificate/Authority: WEEE

Overview:

HP NC522SFP Dual Port 10GbE Server Adapter

The NC522SFP is an eight lane (x8) PCI Express (PCIe) 10 Gigabit network solution offering optimized bandwidth for ProLiant servers. This dual port PCI Express Gen 2 adapter, which features a controller from QLogic, supports SFP+ (Small Form-factor Pluggable) connectors, requiring either Direct Attach Cable (DAC) for copper environments, or fiber transceivers supporting SR, LR, or LRM optics plus fiber cables for fiber optic environments.

The NC522SFP ships with advanced server features that ProLiant customers have come to expect, such as support for TCP checksum and segmentation (LSO) offload capability, VLAN tagging, jumbo frames, IPv6, and more. Flexible to order and install, the NC522SFP can be used in either standard or low profile slots.
Models:
HP NC522SFP Dual Port 10GbE Server Adapter, MFG # 468332-B21

 Note:
  • A minimum of two Gigabytes (2 GB) of server memory is required per each adapter.
  • Direct Attach Cable (DAC) for copper environments or fiber transceivers and cables for fiber-optic environments must be purchased separately.

Kit Contents:

  • HP NC522SFP Dual Port 10GbE Server Adapter
  • Full height bracket (installed on card)
  • Low-profile bracket
  • Quick install card
  • User documentation and driver download information
  • Product warranty statement

Compatibility:

Server ProLiant DL (rack-optimized):

  • HP ProLiant DL160 G5
  • HP ProLiant DL160 G5p
  • HP ProLiant DL160 G6
  • HP ProLiant DL160se G6
  • HP ProLiant DL165 G5
  • HP ProLiant DL165 G5p
  • HP ProLiant DL165 G6
  • HP ProLiant DL165 G7
  • HP ProLiant DL170h G6
  • HP ProLiant DL180 G5
  • HP ProLiant DL180 G6
  • HP ProLiant DL185 G5
  • HP ProLiant DL320 G6
  • HP ProLiant DL360 G5
  • HP ProLiant DL360 G6
  • HP ProLiant DL360 G7
  • HP ProLiant DL365 G5
  • HP ProLiant DL370 G6
  • HP ProLiant DL380 G5
  • HP ProLiant DL380 G6
  • HP ProLiant DL380 G7
  • HP ProLiant DL385 G5p
  • HP ProLiant DL385 G6
  • HP ProLiant DL385 G7
  • HP ProLiant DL580 G5
  • HP ProLiant DL580 G7
  • HP ProLiant DL585 G5
  • HP ProLiant DL585 G6
  • HP ProLiant DL585 G7
  • HP ProLiant DL785 G5
  • HP ProLiant DL785 G6
  • HP ProLiant DL980 G7

Server ProLiant ML (expansion-optimized):

  • HP ProLiant ML330 G6
  • HP ProLiant ML350 G5
  • HP ProLiant ML350 G6
  • HP ProLiant ML370 G5
  • HP ProLiant ML370 G6

Server ProLiant SL (scalable line):

  • HP ProLiant SL160z G6
  • HP ProLiant SL165z G6
  • HP ProLiant SL165z G7
  • HP ProLiant SL170s G6
  • HP ProLiant SL170z G6
  • HP ProLiant SL2x170z G6
  • HP ProLiant SL390s G7

NOTE: This is a list of supported servers. Some may be discontinued.

Performance:

  • Dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet Throughput
    The 20,000 Mbps full duplex Ethernet transfer rate per port (40 Gbps aggregate full duplex) delivers outstanding network performance that improves response time and removes bottlenecks for the next generation data center. 10 Gigabit Ethernet bandwidth is ideal for high performance computing, database clusters, iSCSI storage, storage backups, grid systems, virtualization, server and I/O consolidation, fabric consolidation, and more.
  • PCI Express Interface
    HP was an early champion of PCI Express bus technology and has played a key role in the development and industry adoption of the PCI Express specification. The NC522SFP is designed with an eight lane (x8) PCI Express bus based on the PCIe v2.0 standard. The adapter is backward compatible with four lane (x4) PCI Express automatically auto-sensing between x8 and x4 slots.
  • Jumbo Frames
    Jumbo frames (also known as extended frames) permit a 9,000 byte transmission unit (MTU). The NC522SFP adapter supports 9KB jumbo frames as a way to achieve higher throughput and better CPU utilization. Jumbo frames are particularly useful for database transfers and tape backups.
  • TCP Stateless Offloading
    For overall improved system response, the NC522SFP adapter supports standard TCP/IP offloading techniques including:
    • TCP/IP checksum offload (TCO) moves the TCP and IP checksum offloading from the CPU to the network adapter.
    • Large Send Offload (LSO) or TCP Segmentation Offload (TSO) allows the TCP segmentation to be handled by the adapter rather than the CPU.
  • Interrupt Coalescing
    Interrupt coalescing (interrupt moderation) groups multiple packets, thereby reducing the number of interrupts sent to the host. This process optimizes host efficiency, leaving the CPU available for other duties.
  • 802.1p QoS Tagging
    IEEE quality of service (QoS) 802.1p tagging allows the adapter to mark or tag frames with a priority level across a QoS-aware network for improved traffic flow.

Network Management:

  • Management Support
    Like all HP ProLiant server adapters, the NC522SFP adapter ships with agents that can be managed from HP Systems Insight Manager or other management application that support SNMP.

  • Server Integration
    The NC522SFP adapter is a validated, tested, and qualified solution that is optimized for HP ProLiant servers. This approach provides a more robust and reliable networking solution than offerings from other venders and provides users with a single point of contact for both their servers and their network adapters.

  • LED Indicators
    Bracket LED indicators show link integrity and network activity for easy troubleshooting.

Warranty:

  • Maximum: The remaining warranty of the HP product in which it is installed (to a maximum three-year, limited warranty).
  • Minimum: One year limited warranty.

Related Options:

  • Direct Attach Cable

    • HP 0.5m SFP+ 10GbE Copper Cable 487649-B21
    • HP 1m SFP+ 10GbE Copper Cable 487652-B21
    • HP 3m SFP+ 10GbE Copper Cable 487655-B21
    • HP 5m SFP+ 10GbE Copper Cable 537963-B21
    • HP 7m SFP+ 10GbE Copper Cable 487658-B21

      NOTE: Direct Attach Cable (DAC) must be purchased separately for copper environments.

  • Fiber Optic Modules

    • HP BLc 10Gb SR SFP+ 455883-B21
    • HP BLc10Gb LR SFP+ 455886-B21

    • HP BLc 10Gb LRM SPF+ 455889-B21

      NOTE: Fiber transceivers and cables must be purchased separately for fiber-optic environments.

  • Fiber Optic Cables

    • HP 2m SW LC/SC FC Cable Kit 221691-B21
    • HP 5m SW LC/SC FC Cable Kit 221691-B22

    • HP 15m SW LC/SC FC Cable Kit 221691-B23

    • HP 2m SW LC/LC FC Cable Kit 221692-B21

    • HP 5m SW LC/LC FC Cable Kit 221692-B22

    • HP 15m SW LC/LC FC Cable Kit 221692-B23

    • HP 30 m LC-LC Multi-Mode OM2 Fiber Optic Cable 221692-B26

    • HP 50 m LC-LC Multi-Mode OM2 Fiber Optic Cable 221692-B27

    • HP .5 m LC-LC Multi-Mode OM3 Fiber Optic Cable AJ833A

    • HP 1 m LC-LC Multi-Mode OM3 Fiber Optic Cable AJ834A

    • HP 5 m LC-LC Multi-Mode OM3 Fiber Optic Cable AJ836A

    • HP 15 m LC-LC Multi-Mode OM3 Fiber Optic Cable AJ837A

    • HP 30 m LC-LC Multi-Mode OM3 Fiber Optic Cable AJ838A

    • HP 50 m LC-LC Multi-Mode OM3 Fiber Optic Cable AJ839A

NOTE: Fiber transceivers and cables must be purchased separately for fiber-optic environment

  • Gigabit Server Adapters

    • HP NC112T PCI Express Gigabit Server Adapter 503746-B21

    • HP NC360T PCI Express Dual Port Gigabit Server Adapter 412648-B21

    • HP NC364T PCI Express Quad Port Gigabit Server Adapter 435508-B21 (NOTE: Does not support Windows 2000.)

    • HP NC365T 4-port Ethernet Server Adapter 593722-B21

    • HP NC373F PCI Express Multifunction Gigabit Server Adapter 394793-B21

    • HP NC373T PCI Express Multifunction Gigabit Server Adapter 394791-B21

    • HP NC375T PCI Express Quad Port Gigabit Server Adapter 538696-B21

    • HP NC382T PCI Express Dual Port Multifunction Gigabit Server Adapter 458492-B21

NOTE: Supported on a full length-full height slot only.

  • 10 Gigabit Server Adapters 

    • HP NC524SFP Dual Port 10GbE Server Adapter 489892-B21
       NOTE: NC524SFP is available only on DL370 G6, ML370 G6, DL580 G7, DL585 G7, and DL980 G7.

    • HP NC550SFP Dual Port 10GbE Server Adapter581201-B21

NOTE: No more than two 10GbE I/O devices are supported in a single ProLiant server.
NOTE: A minimum of two Gigabytes (2 GB) of server memory is required per each adapter.
NOTE: Direct Attach Cable (DAC) for copper environments or fiber transceivers and cables for fiber-optic environments must be purchased separately.

Technical Specifications

  • Compliance
    • IEEE: 802.3ae,802.3ad, 802.1p, 802.1Q 802.3x 802.3z
    • Safety: UL, Canada UL, EN 60950
    • Emissions: FCC Class A, VCCI Class A, BSMI Class A, CISPR 22 Class A, ACA Class A, EN55022 Class A, EN55024-1, ICES-003 Class A, MIC Class A
    • Other: PCIe v2.0, RoHS compliance 6 of 6, IPv4, IPv6, CE, ACPI 1.1a, Microsoft WHQL (Windows Hardware Quality Labs), Server Design Guide version 3.0 (SDG 3.0)
  • General Specifications
    • Controller: NETXEN NX3031
    • Onboard memory: 256MB
    • Data rate: 10,0000 Mbps per port, (40 Gbps aggregate full duplex, dual ports)
    • Data Path: 8 Lane (x8) PCI Express, compatible with x4 and x8 bus widths
    • Dimensions (LxW): 6.6 x 2.7 in (16.7 x 6.8 cm) without bracket
  • Power and Environmental Specifications
    • Operating:
      Temperature: 32° to 131° F (0° to 55° C )
      Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing
    • Non-operating:
      Temperature: -85° to 185° F (-65° to 85° C)
      Humidity: 5% to 95%
    • Power: 2.03A @ 12V
  • Operating System Support
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Standard and Enterprise Editions, 32 and 64-bit
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Server 2008R2, and HPC Server 2008, 32 and 64-bit
    • Microsoft Windows Server Hyper-V
    • Red Hat Enterprise Linux
    • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
    • SLES 9, 10, 11
    • VMware 3.5, 4.0, 4.1 and 5.0
    • Solaris 10 5/09, 10/09

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