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SMC10GPCIe-10BT

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Tiger Card™ 10G PCIe 10GbE 10GBASE-T Server Adapter

 

 

OVERVIEW

The SMC Tiger Card™ 10G (SMC10GPCIe-10BT) is a 10 gigabit Ethernet server adapter that runs on a high speed PCIe x8 host bus interface. It is the industry’s first 10GBASE-T server adapter that combines the speed and performance of the latest technology with the simple integration of traditional Ethernet over copper.

The growth and expansion of networking environments that contain highly complex applications that create and transfer huge files, such as high performance computing (HPC), database clusters, and video on demand will require higher bandwidth on the network. The extremely low latency and high throughput of the SMC Tiger Card™ 10G server adapter family makes it the best solution for these applications.

In today’s challenging data center environment, thermal manage- ment is a hot topic. With the industry’s lowest power consumption, the SMC10GPCIe-10BT delivers compelling performance, resulting

in a flexible server adapter, system and ultimately data center design. The advanced architecture supports the demand for Virtu- alization enabling servers to work at their most optimal levels. The SMC10GPCIe-10BT is a half-height card with brackets for half- or full- height, which offers flexibility for server installation.

10GBASE-T reduces the cost of deployment and maintnance by leveraging the advantages of UTP, used in thousands of data centers world-wide. With SMC’s exceptional 10GBASE-T technology, enterprises can now cost effectively deploy 10G Ethernet and extract maximum value from their infrastructure. The SMC10GPCIe-10BT is the true cost effective solution of enterprise computing.

The SMC Tiger Card™ 10G Server Adapter family delivers the balance of performance, power and price. This balance is driving the widespread adoption of 10-gigabit Ethernet throughout data centers and enterprise networks world-wide.

FEATURES

BENEFITS

 

 

Virtual NIC support

The core of SMC’s technology. Protected VNIC interfaces can be instantiated for each run-

 

ning guest operating system or application, giving it a direct pipeline to the Ethernet network.

 

This architecture provides the most efficient way to maximize network and CPU efficiency.

 

The SMC Ethernet controller supports up to 4096 VNIC interfaces.

 

 

IP/UDP/TCP checksum offload

Calculation and validation for the checksums found in IP, TCP and UDP headers. This feature

 

saves a significant amount of valuable CPU cycles.

 

 

Stateless Offloads

TCP Segmentation Offload (TSO) for IPv4.

 

 

Plug-and-play

Provides binary compatibility with all data center and HPC applications.

 

 

Jumbo frame support (9K)

Smaller per packet overhead, increased network utilization.

 

 

MSI

MSI support enables higher levels of performance on both legacy and up-to-date systems.

 

 

Remote boot

Support for etherboot, PXE boot, and Linux® BIOS provides flexibility in cluster design and

 

diskless servers. A small programmable on-board ROM contains the boot code which provides

 

this functionality.

 

 

IP flow filtering

Enables the hardware to steer packets based on IP, TCP and UDP header contents.

 

 

Transmit rate pacing (per queue)

Provides a mechanism for enforcing bandwidth quotas across all guest operating systems.

 

Software re-programmable on-the-fly to allow for adjustment as congestion increases on the

 

network.

 

 

PCI Express 1.1 x8 Host Bus Interface

Provide maximum host bus bandwidth.

 

 

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SMC10GPCIe-10BT specifications

The SMC Networks SMC10GPCIe-10BT is a robust and high-performance 10 Gigabit Ethernet adapter card designed primarily for server and workstation environments. This product caters to the increasing demand for higher bandwidth and faster data transfer rates, which are essential for modern applications such as virtualization, data center operations, and large-scale data transfers.

One of the main features of the SMC10GPCIe-10BT is its compliance with the PCIe 2.0 standard, which ensures compatibility with a wide range of motherboards and systems. Thanks to its PCI Express interface, it delivers data transfer rates of up to 10 Gbps, significantly improving network throughput compared to standard Gigabit Ethernet adapters. The card is equipped with a single RJ-45 connector, thereby facilitating easy connection to existing networks without the need for specialized cabling.

The SMC10GPCIe-10BT supports advanced technologies such as IEEE 802.3an (10GBASE-T), which allows it to operate over conventional Cat. 6a or Cat. 7 cabling. This flexibility in cabling options enables businesses to leverage their existing infrastructure while upgrading to higher-speed networking solutions. Moreover, the adapter is backward compatible with older Ethernet standards, ensuring seamless integration into established networks.

In terms of its technical characteristics, the SMC10GPCIe-10BT features a low-profile design, making it suitable for a variety of form factors, including compact servers and workstations. This versatility also aids in its application across a range of sectors, from enterprise IT environments to small and medium businesses requiring significant performance enhancements.

Moreover, the SMC10GPCIe-10BT includes support for key networking features like VLAN tagging, QoS (Quality of Service), and checksum offloading, which optimize both performance and reliability during heavy data loads. The card is designed for easy installation, coming with drivers compatible with various operating systems, ensuring that users can quickly deploy the device in their networks.

In conclusion, the SMC Networks SMC10GPCIe-10BT stands out as a commendable 10 Gigabit Ethernet solution. Its combination of high-speed performance, extensive compatibility, and innovative technologies make it an ideal choice for users looking to upgrade their network capabilities, allowing for improved data transfer efficiency in today's data-intensive environments.
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