718939-B21 - HPE 718939-B21 10Gb 2-port 570FLB network adapter

Name: HPE 718939-B21 10Gb 2-port 570FLB network adapter
Brand: HP
SKU: 718939-B21
Price: 635 USD
Availability: InStock

718939-B21 - HPE 718939-B21 10Gb 2-port 570FLB network adapter | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE Ethernet 10Gb 2-port 570FLB Adapter, SKU 718939-B21, is an enterprise-level network adapter designed for environments that require dual-port 10Gb Ethernet connectivity. This adapter belongs to the FlexibleLOM category and is intended for deployment in HPE ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 blade servers. It connects through PCI Express 3.0 x8 and supports dual-port 10GbE operation, allowing higher bandwidth within compatible blade infrastructures. As a FlexibleLOM adapter, it offers a standardized form factor for HPE blade systems, simplifying integration and lifecycle management. The adapter is positioned for enterprise networking where 10Gb Ethernet and dual-port configurations are needed. While specific performance metrics, advanced features, and power consumption details are not provided here, the classification as a 10Gb Ethernet, dual-port FlexibleLOM solution highlights its role in data center and server networking deployments that rely on consistent, high-speed Ethernet connectivity.

Dual-port 10Gb Ethernet adapter
FlexibleLOM form factor for HPE blades
PCI Express 3.0 x8 host interface
Designed for HPE ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 blades
Enterprise-level 10GbE networking adapter
Standardized HPE Ethernet 10Gb 2-port 570FLB model

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	718939-B21
Brand	HP
Condition	New
Model	HPE Ethernet 10Gb 2-port 570FLB Adapter
Bus Type	PCI Express 3.0 (Gen 3) x8
Generation	Designed for HPE ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 blade servers
Part Class	FlexibleLOM (FLB) adapter for HPE BladeSystem
Technology	10 Gigabit Ethernet
Form Factor	FlexibleLOM (FLB) mezzanine adapter
Adapter Type	2-port 10GbE FlexibleLOM adapter
Product Line	HPE Ethernet Adapters

Compatible systems

Adapter 718939-B21 is a FlexibleLOM 10GbE NIC for HPE ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 BladeSystem servers.

HPE ProLiant BladeSystem
Model: ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 blade servers
Form factor: Blade server
Generation: Gen8; Gen9
QuickSpecs states the HPE 570FLB adapter is supported on HPE ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 BladeSystem servers for SKU 718939-B21.

Best for

Enterprise blade server networking
Suited for HPE ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 blade servers requiring a FlexibleLOM form factor and dual-port 10Gb Ethernet for data center networking tasks.
10GbE data center connectivity
Appropriate for infrastructures standardizing on 10Gb Ethernet, using a dual-port 10Gb 570FLB adapter for higher bandwidth between servers and network fabrics.
Dual-port server network designs
Useful in server designs that need two 10Gb Ethernet ports on a single FlexibleLOM adapter to support segregated traffic paths or redundant network links.
FlexibleLOM-based standardization
Fits organizations that standardize on HPE FlexibleLOM network adapters for consistent deployment and management across compatible ProLiant blade platforms.

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Product Type	Network adapter

CPU Utilization	Low CPU utilization due to Solarflare SFC9120 controller

Traffic Classes	Supports VLAN tagging and priority-based traffic

Supported Topology	Standard Ethernet networks including HPE Flex-10 environments

Power Characteristics	Low power consumption enabled by Solarflare SFC9120 controller

Connectivity Technology	Wired

Installation Orientation	Integrated FlexibleLOM on HPE BladeSystem server motherboard

Link Speed With 1Gb Interconnect	Supports 1000 Mbps when connected to a 1 Gb Ethernet interconnect

Connection To BladeSystem Enclosure	Connects to 10 Gb interconnect in bays 1-2 of c7000 or bay 1 of c3000

Aggregate Bandwidth	40 Gb/s bi-directional theoretical bandwidth per adapter
Latency Characteristics	Low latency and low jitter
Maximum Data Transfer Rate	10000 Mbit/s

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Ports	2 x 10Gb Ethernet ports
Interface	Fiber
Host Interface	PCI Express
Network Processor	Solarflare SFC9120 Ethernet Controller
Data Rate Per Port	20 Gb/s bi-directional per port (10 Gb/s in each direction full duplex)
Ethernet Standards	Supports linking at 1000 Mbps or 10000 Mbps
Management Features	NIC teaming; Wake-on-LAN; PXE boot
Enterprise Network Features	VLAN tagging; adaptive interrupt coalescing; MSI-X; NIC teaming (bonding); Wake-on-LAN; Receive Side Scaling (RSS); jumbo frames; EEE 1588; PXE boot

What type of network connectivity does the HPE 718939-B21 adapter provide?

The HPE Ethernet 10Gb 2-port 570FLB Adapter 718939-B21 provides dual-port 10Gb Ethernet connectivity. It is categorized specifically as a Dual-port 10GbE adapter, enabling two separate 10Gb links from a single adapter. This makes it suitable for configurations where higher bandwidth or segmented network paths are planned on HPE ProLiant blade servers.

Which server platforms is the HPE Ethernet 10Gb 2-port 570FLB Adapter intended for?

This adapter is categorized for use with HPE ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 blade servers. It is a FlexibleLOM adapter, meaning it is intended for compatible HPE blade infrastructures that support the FlexibleLOM standard. When planning deployments, buyers should align it with HPE ProLiant Gen8 or Gen9 blade models that accept FlexibleLOM networking options.

What interface does the HPE 570FLB Adapter use to connect to the host server?

The HPE Ethernet 10Gb 2-port 570FLB Adapter is listed under the PCI Express 3.0 x8 category. This indicates it connects to the host blade server using a PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface. Confirming this interface helps ensure that the target HPE ProLiant blade servers provide a compatible slot and can support the adapter’s bandwidth requirements.

How does the FlexibleLOM design of the 718939-B21 benefit deployment?

The 718939-B21 is described as a FlexibleLOM network adapter, meaning it follows HPE’s standardized LAN-on-motherboard form factor for blade systems. This design allows organizations to equip compatible ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 blade servers with the same adapter type, simplifying deployment, spares management, and future replacements across a consistent hardware platform.

Is the HPE 718939-B21 adapter suitable for enterprise environments?

Yes, the product level for the HPE Ethernet 10Gb 2-port 570FLB Adapter 718939-B21 is listed as Enterprise. Combined with its dual-port 10Gb Ethernet capability, FlexibleLOM form factor, and PCI Express 3.0 x8 classification, this positioning indicates it is intended for enterprise data center and blade server deployments that standardize on 10GbE connectivity.

HPE 718939-B21 10Gb 2-port 570FLB network adapter