SFN8522 Solarflare Communications Flareon Ultra Internal Fiber 10000 Mbit/s

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SFN8522 Solarflare Communications Flareon Ultra Internal Fiber 10000 Mbit/s

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SFN8522 Overview

SOLARFLARE SFN8522 Flareon Ultra SFN8522 Server Adapter, Pci Express 3.1 X8, 2 Port(s), Optical Fiber

Dual-Port 10GbE SFP+ PCIe 3.1 Server I/O Adapter

  • Wired
  • PCI Express Fiber
  • 10 Gigabit Ethernet 10000 Mbit/s
  • Internal Component for: Server

Summary Description

Solarflare Communications Flareon Ultra. Internal. Connectivity technology: Wired, Host interface: PCI Express, Interface: Fiber. Maximum data transfer rate: 10000 Mbit/s. Product colour: Green, Grey

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Specifications

Overview

Condition Refurbished
Brand Solarflare Communications
Stock In Stock

Ports & interfaces

Connectivity technology Wired
Host interface PCI Express
Interface Fiber
Fiber ports quantity 2
Fiber optic connector SFP+

Network

Maximum data transfer rate 10000 Mbit/s
Networking standards IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3z
Ethernet LAN Yes
Ethernet interface type 10 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet LAN data rates 1000,10000 Mbit/s
Fiber ethernet cabling technology 10GBASE-CR, 10GBASE-LR, 10GBASE-SR, 1000BASE-X
Full duplex Yes

Design

Component for Server
Product colour Green, Grey
Internal Yes

Power

Power consumption (typical) 7.3 W

System requirements

Linux operating systems supported Yes
Server operating systems supported Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T) 0 - 55 °C

Sustainability

Sustainability certificates RoHS

Weight & dimensions

Width 69 mm
Depth 134 mm

Packaging data

Quantity 1

Other features

Data transfer rate 8 GT/s
Flow control support Yes
Management protocols SNMP, ACPI v3.0
Number of VLANs 4096
Receive Side Scaling (RSS) Yes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What primary performance benefits does the Solarflare SFN8522 offer for high-frequency trading environments? +
The Solarflare SFN8522 Flareon Ultra is specifically engineered for ultra-low latency and high-message-rate performance. By offloading TCP/IP processing from the server CPU directly to the network adapter, it minimizes jitter and provides the deterministic performance required for competitive financial trading applications and data-intensive packet processing tasks.
How many ports are available on the Flareon Ultra SFN8522 and what media types are supported? +
This adapter features dual SFP+ ports, providing high-bandwidth 10GbE connectivity. These ports are designed to support a variety of optical transceivers and direct attach copper (DAC) cables, offering the flexibility to integrate seamlessly into diverse data center architectures and existing fiber-optic infrastructures.
Can the SFN8522 be used for kernel bypass networking applications? +
Yes, the SFN8522 excels in kernel bypass scenarios. Utilizing Solarflare’s OpenOnload middleware, it bypasses the standard OS networking stack to deliver direct application-to-network access. This effectively reduces latency by eliminating context switches and system call overhead, making it an ideal choice for latency-sensitive distributed applications.
What server operating systems are compatible with the Solarflare SFN8522 adapter? +
The SFN8522 maintains broad compatibility with major enterprise operating systems, including various distributions of Linux and Windows Server. By utilizing the manufacturer's specialized drivers, users can ensure optimal integration with their existing server hardware and virtualization environments while maintaining full access to the card's advanced acceleration features.
Does the SFN8522 support hardware time stamping for packet synchronization? +
The Flareon Ultra SFN8522 includes sophisticated hardware-based time-stamping capabilities. This feature is critical for network monitoring and performance analysis, as it allows for precise synchronization of incoming and outgoing packets. This provides the accuracy needed for regulatory compliance and troubleshooting in highly distributed, time-sensitive network environments.
Is the Solarflare SFN8522 suitable for virtualized server deployments? +
Absolutely. The card supports advanced virtualization features, including SR-IOV (Single Root I/O Virtualization). This allows the hardware resources of the adapter to be partitioned among multiple virtual machines, providing near-native network performance and low latency for virtualized workloads without burdening the host hypervisor.
What management features are provided with the Flareon Ultra series? +
Management is handled through comprehensive software suites that allow administrators to monitor throughput, latency, and thermal statistics. The adapters integrate with standard network management tools, ensuring that network engineers can maintain full visibility over their server network interface cards to optimize traffic flow and ensure peak operational reliability.
How does the SFN8522 handle CPU overhead during high-traffic bursts? +
The SFN8522 utilizes advanced hardware offload engines to handle packet processing tasks such as checksum calculation and TCP segmentation. By offloading these compute-intensive operations from the host CPU, the card maintains high network throughput and low latency even during sudden spikes in traffic, protecting the overall performance of the host server.
Does BuyRouterSwitch.com support bulk procurement for enterprise data center projects? +
We specialize in fulfilling large-scale enterprise requirements. If you are planning a data center refresh or a rollout involving multiple SFN8522 adapters, our team can facilitate bulk orders with streamlined processing. Please reach out to our dedicated sales department to discuss your specific volume needs and receive a tailored quote.
Why should I choose BuyRouterSwitch.com for my Solarflare hardware purchases? +
BuyRouterSwitch.com is a trusted source for high-performance networking equipment. We ensure that our clients receive authentic hardware through our secure procurement processes. By focusing on deep inventory and expert logistical support for professional-grade adapters, we provide the reliable supply chain backbone necessary for your critical infrastructure and trading platform deployments.

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