What is the data rate supported by the HPE P26253-B21 adapter?

The HPE Broadcom BCM57416 Ethernet 10Gb 2-port BASE-T Adapter P26253-B21 supports a data rate of 10 Gb. This 10 Gb capability is central to its role as an enterprise network adapter, enabling higher-throughput connectivity for servers and infrastructure that require more bandwidth than traditional 1 Gb Ethernet links.

How many Ethernet ports does the HPE BCM57416 P26253-B21 provide?

The adapter is defined as a 10Gb, 2-port BASE-T Ethernet adapter. This means it offers two Ethernet ports on a single card, using BASE-T connections. The dual-port design can be used for redundancy, separate network segments, or increased aggregate bandwidth depending on the server and network configuration.

What bus interface does the HPE P26253-B21 adapter use?

The adapter is categorized as a PCIe 3.0 x8 Ethernet adapter. This indicates it is designed to be installed into a PCI Express 3.0 x8 slot in a compatible system. Using PCIe 3.0 x8 provides a modern interface with sufficient bandwidth to support 10 Gb Ethernet operation on both ports.

What type of product is the HPE P26253-B21 in terms of category?

The HPE P26253-B21 is listed under Network Adapters and more specifically as an Ethernet adapter with 10Gb, 2-port BASE-T and PCIe 3.0 x8 characteristics. This categorization indicates that it functions as a network interface card designed to deliver 10 Gb Ethernet connectivity over copper BASE-T cabling.

Is the HPE Broadcom BCM57416 P26253-B21 suitable for enterprise use?

Yes, the product level is explicitly identified as Enterprise. This designation indicates that the adapter is intended for enterprise deployments such as business-critical servers and infrastructure, aligning with requirements for standardized, consistent network hardware across larger environments.

P26253-B21 - HPE BCM57416 2-Port 10GBase-T PCIe 3.0 x8 Network Adapter

Name: P26253-B21 - HPE BCM57416 2-Port 10GBase-T PCIe 3.0 x8 Network Adapter
Brand: HPE
SKU: P26253-B21
Price: 338 USD
Availability: InStock

P26253-B21 - HPE BCM57416 2-Port 10GBase-T PCIe 3.0 x8 Network Adapter | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The HPE Broadcom BCM57416 Ethernet 10Gb 2-port BASE-T Adapter P26253-B21 is an enterprise network adapter designed for environments that require 10 Gb connectivity across copper BASE-T infrastructure. Classified under Ethernet adapters with 10Gb, 2-port BASE-T and PCIe 3.0 x8, it is built for systems that support PCI Express 3.0 x8 slots and need dual-port operation. As an enterprise-level product, it targets data center, server, and core network deployments where consistent 10 Gb throughput and structured copper cabling are in use. The two Ethernet ports provide flexibility for link aggregation, redundancy, or segregated network roles, depending on the host configuration. Its PCIe 3.0 x8 interface aligns with modern server architectures to support high-bandwidth traffic flows. This adapter is positioned for organizations standardizing on HPE infrastructure and Broadcom-based network interface technology for reliable, high-speed Ethernet connectivity.

10 Gb Ethernet data rate for high-bandwidth links
2-port BASE-T design using copper cabling
PCIe 3.0 x8 interface for modern servers
Enterprise-level network adapter classification
Broadcom BCM57416 based HPE solution
Designed as a 10Gb, 2-port BASE-T Ethernet adapter

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Featuring

Product Type
Manufacturer part #	P26253-B21
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
Model	Broadcom BCM57416
Interfaces	2 x 1Gb Ethernet, 10Gb Ethernet
Part Class	Option part
Technology	Ethernet
Drive Class	Network adapter
Form Factor	Plug-in card
Chassis Type	Add-in card
Product Line	HPE Ethernet Adapters

Compatible systems

HPE 10Gb dual-port BASE-T Ethernet adapter for selected Gen10 Plus and Gen11 HPE servers

HPE Gen10 Plus
Form factor: Server
Generation: Gen10 Plus
Compatible with certain Gen10 Plus and Gen11 HPE servers
HPE Gen11
Form factor: Server
Generation: Gen11
Compatible with certain Gen10 Plus and Gen11 HPE servers

Best for

Enterprise servers
Suitable for enterprise servers that require an Ethernet adapter with 10Gb, 2-port BASE-T connectivity and a PCIe 3.0 x8 interface for high-throughput network links.
Data centers
A fit for data center environments standardizing on 10Gb Ethernet over BASE-T cabling, using dual-port adapters to connect critical infrastructure at 10 Gb speeds.
Dual-port network designs
Useful in architectures that require two Ethernet ports on a single adapter, supporting scenarios such as separate networks or link redundancy using 10Gb, 2-port BASE-T.
PCIe 3.0 x8 infrastructure
Designed for systems that provide PCIe 3.0 x8 expansion capability and need an Ethernet adapter aligned with that bus for 10Gb connectivity.

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Networking Type	Network adapter

Supported Protocols	IPv6, IPv4, SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, DPDK, NPAR, VMQ, GENEVE, UEFI PXE Boot, legacy BIOS PXE Boot

Processor / CPU model	Broadcom BCM57416

Connectivity Technology	Wired

PCI Specification Revision	PCIe 3.0

Data Transfer Rate	10 Gbps

Power Consumption Operational	16.4 W

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Ports	2
Port Type	Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet
Data Link Protocol	Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, RDMA over Converged Ethernet RoCE v1, RDMA over Converged Ethernet RoCE v2
Interface (Bus) Type	PCI Express 3.0 x8

HPE BCM57416 2-Port 10GBase-T PCIe 3.0 x8 Network Adapter