Intel Ethernet Network Adapter E810-XXVDA4T PCIe 4.0 10/25Gb

Overview

The Intel E810XXVDA4TGG1 is a high-performance PCI Express 4.0 network adapter designed to add four SFP28 ports to servers, each capable of operating at 10 or 25 gigabits per second. It is engineered to handle demanding virtualized workloads, heavy storage traffic, and latency-sensitive applications by leveraging a x16 interface that ensures data moves at full line rate. This adapter also excels in environments where precise timing is critical, supporting IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol and Synchronous Ethernet for sub-microsecond clock synchronization.

Key features

• PCIe 4.0 x16 interface delivers maximum throughput to keep pace with high-speed network demands.
• Four SFP28 ports provide flexible connectivity options, supporting both 10 Gb and 25 Gb speeds for versatile network configurations.
• Advanced timing capabilities with IEEE 1588 PTP and Synchronous Ethernet maintain accurate clock alignment across multiple devices.
• Onboard high-precision oscillator sustains timing accuracy for up to four hours without an external reference, ensuring continuous synchronization.
• Dedicated SMA and SMB connectors accept 1 PPS timing signals from grandmaster clocks or GNSS receivers for enhanced synchronization precision.
• Optional GNSS mezzanine card support enables satellite-based frequency and phase synchronization, ideal for critical timing applications.
• U.FL connectors allow direct routing of timing signals to the motherboard, simplifying integration in complex systems.

Key specs

• Host interface: PCI Express 4.0 x16
• Network ports: Four SFP28
• Port speeds: 10 Gb or 25 Gb per port
• Timing protocols: IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol, Synchronous Ethernet
• Onboard oscillator holdover: Up to 4 hours
• Timing connectors: SMA, SMB, U.FL

Connectivity and compatibility

This adapter integrates seamlessly with servers equipped with PCIe 4.0 x16 slots, providing high-speed network connectivity through its four SFP28 ports. It supports common Linux and Windows operating systems, allowing quick driver installation and immediate network operation. The inclusion of multiple timing connectors ensures compatibility with a variety of external synchronization sources, making it suitable for complex network environments that require precise timing coordination.

Ideal uses and environments

The Intel E810XXVDA4TGG1 is well suited to 5G radio access networks, edge computing nodes aggregating sensor data, and financial or industrial systems where timing accuracy is as important as bandwidth. Its combination of high-speed data transfer and advanced timing features makes it a strong choice for building synchronized 25 Gb backbones or upgrading existing servers to meet the demands of latency-sensitive and virtualized workloads.