What type of network adapter is the Intel E610-XT2?

The Intel Ethernet Network Adapter E610-XT2 is an Ethernet network adapter classified as a dual-port 10GbE PCIe 4.0 x4 device. It is positioned at the datacenter product level, making it suitable for server and infrastructure roles that require 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity from a single adapter form factor.

How many Ethernet ports does the Intel E610-XT2 provide?

The adapter is defined as a dual-port 10GbE PCIe 4.0 x4 Ethernet network adapter. This means it offers two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports on one card. The dual-port design supports configurations such as redundant network paths, separate traffic segments, or connections to distinct networks within datacenter architectures.

What host interface does the Intel E610-XT2 use?

The Intel Ethernet Network Adapter E610-XT2 uses a PCIe 4.0 x4 host interface. This interface type is aligned with current server platforms and is suitable for carrying the traffic generated by dual 10GbE ports. When planning server configurations, teams should ensure available PCIe 4.0 x4 slots to fully utilize this adapter.

Is the Intel E610-XT2 suitable for datacenter deployments?

Yes, the E610-XT2 is explicitly categorized at the datacenter product level. Combined with its dual-port 10GbE configuration and PCIe 4.0 x4 interface, this positioning indicates that it is intended for use in datacenter server environments where consistent, high-throughput Ethernet connectivity is required across many systems.

What makes the E610-XT2 relevant for standardized server builds?

For standardized builds, the E610-XT2 offers a consistent feature set: dual-port 10GbE Ethernet, a PCIe 4.0 x4 host interface, and a datacenter product level classification. These attributes help infrastructure and procurement teams define clear network adapter baselines across server fleets, simplifying qualification, documentation, and long-term planning.

E610-XT2 - Intel E610-XT2 dual-port 10GbE PCIe 4.0 network adapter

Name: Intel E610-XT2 dual-port 10GbE PCIe 4.0 network adapter
Brand: Intel
SKU: E610-XT2
Price: 492 USD
Availability: InStock

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Product overview

The Intel Ethernet Network Adapter E610-XT2 is a datacenter-class dual-port 10GbE PCIe 4.0 x4 network adapter designed for modern server connectivity needs. This adapter belongs to the Ethernet network adapter category and supports dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet operation, giving infrastructure teams flexibility when designing high-throughput network architectures. The PCIe 4.0 x4 interface aligns with current server platforms that require efficient host connectivity and consistent performance for data-intensive workloads. With two Ethernet ports available, IT teams can design redundant links or segment traffic across separate networks as needed. The E610-XT2 is positioned for datacenter environments where predictable, high-bandwidth Ethernet connectivity is a core requirement. This adapter is well suited to standardized server builds where dual-port 10GbE and PCIe 4.0 x4 are mandatory selection criteria for long-term infrastructure planning.

Dual-port 10GbE Ethernet connectivity
PCIe 4.0 x4 host interface
Datacenter-level network adapter
Intel branded Ethernet network adapter
Optimized for server deployments
Supports high-throughput Ethernet links

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	E610-XT2
Brand	Intel
Condition	New
Model	E610-XT2
Controller	Intel(R) Ethernet Controller E610-XAT2
Launch Date	Q2'25
Cabling Type	RJ45 Category 6, Category 6A, Category 5e up to 100m
Product Line	Intel Ethernet 600 Series
Product Type	Network adapter
Bracket Height	Low Profile and Full Height
Vertical Segment	Server

Compatible systems

Intel dual-port Ethernet network adapter for PCIe 4.0 x4 systems

Intel Intel Ethernet 600 Series
Model: E610-XT2
Form factor: Plug-in card
Dual-port Ethernet adapter

Best for

Datacenter servers
Suitable for datacenter server builds that require a dual-port 10GbE Ethernet network adapter with a PCIe 4.0 x4 interface for standardized high-throughput connectivity.
Network aggregation
Supports dual-port 10GbE operation, enabling use in network aggregation scenarios where multiple 10GbE links are needed for higher bandwidth or segmented traffic paths.
Virtualized hosts
A dual-port 10GbE adapter on PCIe 4.0 x4 is appropriate for virtualized hosts that need reliable high-bandwidth Ethernet connectivity to serve multiple workloads concurrently.
High-throughput applications
The dual-port 10GbE configuration can be applied to applications that depend on sustained high-throughput Ethernet links, aligned with a PCIe 4.0 x4 server interface.
Redundant network links
Two Ethernet ports on a single adapter allow configurations where separate 10GbE connections can be used to design redundant or segregated network links.

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Virtualization Features	SR-IOV, Intel Flow Director, NFV

Backwards-Compatible Speeds	10/5/2.5/1GbE and 100BASE-TX

Intel Virtualization Technology for Connectivity (VT-c)	Yes

Power Consumption	5.1 W

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Ports	2
PCIe Interface	PCIe 4.0 x4
Data Rate Per Port	10GbE, 5GbE, 2.5GbE, 1GbE
Ethernet Port Type	2 x RJ-45
Port Configuration	Dual
System Interface Type	RJ45
Virtual Functions per Port	64
Supported Ethernet Standards	10GBase-T, 5GBase-T, 2.5GBase-T, 100Base-TX, 1000Base-T

Intel E610-XT2 dual-port 10GbE PCIe 4.0 network adapter