The Intel X550 10GBase-T Adapter is a low cost, low power 10 GbE performance adapter suitable for all data center applications. With support for standard CAT 6a cabling with RJ45 connectors, the X550 offers a low barrier of entry to 10 Gb Ethernet networking.
This product guide provides essential presales information to understand the Intel X550 offerings and their key features, specifications, and compatibility. This guide is intended for technical specialists, sales specialists, sales engineers, IT architects, and other IT professionals who want to learn more about Intel X550 adapters and consider their use in IT solutions.
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Technical specifications
The Intel X550 adapter has the following specifications:
- One or Two 10GBASE-T RJ-45 ports
- Supports 100 Mbps, 1 Gbps, and 10 Gbps speeds
- Standard PCIe low-profile card form factor
- PCIe 3.0 x4 host interface
- Power consumption (10GBASE-T): 13.0 W (maximum), 11.2 (typical)
Physical specifications
The adapter has the following physical specifications:
- Length: 134 mm (5.3 in.)
- Width: 16 mm (0.6 in.)
- Height: 69 mm (2.7 in.)
Shipping box dimensions (approximate):
- Length: 238 mm (9.4 in.)
- Width: 143 mm (5.6 in.)
- Height: 51 mm (2.0 in.)
Operating environment
These adapters are supported in the following environment:
- Operating temperature: 5 - 55 °C (41 - 131 °F)
- Storage temperature: -40 - 85 °C (-40 - 185 °F)
- Air flow requirement:
- 40 LFM at 5 °C
- 150 LFM at 55 °C
- Maximum operating altitude: 10,000 feet (3,048 m)
- Vibration and shock: IEC 68, FCC Part 68.302, NSTA, 1A
- Electrostatic/electromagnetic susceptibility: IEC 801-2, -3, -4, and -5
Warranty
One-year limited warranty. When installed in a System x server, these cards assume the system’s base warranty and any warranty upgrade.