What type of network adapter is the HPE 811794-001?

The HPE 811794-001 is the HPE 10Gb 2-Port 546SFP+ Adapter, categorized as a PCI Express Ethernet Adapter within the dual-port 10GbE SFP+ segment. This means it provides Ethernet connectivity using two 10GbE-capable SFP+ ports and is intended for installation in compatible PCI Express expansion slots in enterprise servers.

What network speeds does this adapter support?

Based on its classification as a dual-port 10GbE SFP+ adapter, the HPE 10Gb 2-Port 546SFP+ Adapter 811794-001 is designed for 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity on each SFP+ port. This aligns it with environments that require 10GbE links for server-to-switch or server-to-storage networking over SFP+ media.

Which interface type is required to install this adapter?

The adapter is listed under Network Adapters as a PCI Express Ethernet Adapter, indicating that it installs into a PCI Express slot in the host system. This standard expansion interface is commonly available in enterprise-class servers, enabling straightforward integration into existing server hardware.

How many ports does the HPE 10Gb 2-Port 546SFP+ Adapter provide?

As indicated by its name and category, the HPE 10Gb 2-Port 546SFP+ Adapter 811794-001 offers two network ports. These are dual 10GbE-capable SFP+ interfaces, allowing you to configure redundant links, separate networks, or link aggregation, depending on your broader network design and policies.

Is this adapter suitable for enterprise environments?

Yes, the product level is explicitly identified as Enterprise, and it is categorized as a 10Gb 2-Port 546SFP+ PCI Express Ethernet Adapter. This positioning makes it suitable for business-critical use cases in data centers or enterprise server environments that need standardized 10GbE SFP+ connectivity.

811794-001 - HPE 811794-001 10Gb 2-Port 546SFP+ adapter

Name: HPE 811794-001 10Gb 2-Port 546SFP+ adapter
Brand: HPE
SKU: 811794-001
Price: 265 USD
Availability: InStock

811794-001 - HPE 811794-001 10Gb 2-Port 546SFP+ adapter | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE 10Gb 2-Port 546SFP+ Adapter 811794-001 is an enterprise network adapter designed for environments that require dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity over SFP+. Classified as a PCI Express Ethernet Adapter in the dual-port 10GbE SFP+ category, it enables high-speed network links within data center and server infrastructures. As an enterprise-level solution, it is suitable for integration into business-critical systems that need reliable 10GbE performance and flexibility of SFP+ interfaces. The adapter offers two 10Gb-capable ports, allowing network architects to design redundant or aggregated connections using SFP+ optics or direct-attach cables as supported by their environment. Positioned as part of HPE’s networking portfolio, this adapter gives IT teams a standardized option for building or expanding 10GbE connectivity while maintaining consistent hardware across server estates. It fits procurement strategies focused on validated enterprise network adapters.

Dual-port 10GbE SFP+ network adapter
PCI Express Ethernet adapter form factor
Designed for enterprise environments
HPE 10Gb 2-Port 546SFP+ model
SKU 811794-001 for precise identification
Category: Network Adapters, Dual-port 10GbE SFP+

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	811794-001
Brand	HPE
Condition	Refurbished
Model	10Gb 2-Port 546SFP+ Network Adapter
Series	HPE Ethernet 10Gb 2-port 546SFP+ Adapter
Adapter RAM	128 MB
Form Factor	Plug-in card
Product Line	HPE Ethernet 10Gb 2-port 546SFP+
Product Type	Network Adapter
Compatible Systems	HPE ProLiant Gen9 servers
Supported Cable Types	Active Optical Cable (AOC), Direct Attach Copper (DAC) cable

Compatible systems

Confirmed mainly for HPE ProLiant Gen9 server environments based on retailer description.

HPE ProLiant
Model: ProLiant Gen9 servers
Generation: Gen9
Described as designed to enhance I/O performance in HPE ProLiant Gen9 server environments for 811794-001.

Best for

Enterprise servers
Suitable for enterprise servers that require dual-port 10GbE connectivity using SFP+ interfaces, aligning with its classification as an enterprise PCI Express Ethernet adapter.
Data centers
Appropriate for data center deployments needing dual-port 10GbE SFP+ network adapters to standardize high-speed server connections.
10GbE aggregation
Useful where dual 10GbE SFP+ ports are required to support network aggregation designs based on 10 Gigabit Ethernet links.
Network modernization
Fits projects upgrading from lower-speed adapters to dual-port 10GbE SFP+ within existing PCI Express server slots.
Standardized HPE environments
Helps organizations standardize on HPE-branded enterprise network adapters for consistent 10GbE SFP+ connectivity across deployments.

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Supported Hypervisors	VMware ESXi 5.1 U2, 5.5 U1; Citrix XenServer 6.5 (Creedence); Citrix XenServer (Naples) (x64)

PCI Express Generation	PCI Express 3.0

Connectivity Technology	Wired

Supported Server Family	HPE ProLiant servers

Supported IEEE Standards	IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.1AB (LLDP), IEEE 802.1Qbg, IEEE 802.1Qbb, IEEE 802.1Qaz

PCI Express Lane Configuration	x8

Supported Operating Systems - Linux	Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.5; SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SP3 (x64)

Supported Operating Systems - Microsoft Windows	Microsoft Windows Server 2012, 2012 R2, 2008 R2 with SP1 (x64); Microsoft Windows Hyper-V 2008 R2 with SP1, 2012, 2012 R2

Data Transfer Rate	10 Gb/s
Bi-directional Bandwidth per Port	20 Gb/s bi-directional per port
Aggregate Bi-directional Bandwidth	40 Gb/s aggregate bi-directional theoretical bandwidth

Maximum Power Consumption	9.7 W maximum
Typical Power Consumption	8.4 W nominal

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Ports	2 x 10Gb SFP+ ports
Connector Type	SFP+
Host Interface	PCI Express
Network Interface	Network Interface Card
Network Processor	Mellanox ConnectX-3 Pro
Data Link Protocol	10 Gigabit Ethernet
Interface Bus Type	PCI Express 3.0 x8
Ethernet Technology	10 Gigabit Ethernet
Network Adapter Features	IPv4 support, IPv6 support, Quality of Service (QoS), PXE support, Large Send Offload (LSO), TCP Segmentation Offload (TSO), TCP/IP checksum offload, RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE)
Interface Type Description	2 x 10Gb Ethernet SFP+ interfaces

HPE 811794-001 10Gb 2-Port 546SFP+ adapter