Intel 10Gigabit 4-Port SFP+ Ethernet Converged Network Adapter

Overview

The Intel X710DA4OCPV3G1P is a 10 Gigabit Ethernet converged network adapter designed to deliver high-speed connectivity for performance-driven servers. Featuring four SFP+ ports, it supports data transfer rates up to 1.25 GB per second per port, making it ideal for demanding tasks such as backups, replication, and live migrations. Its OCP 3.0 form factor ensures compatibility with many modern server trays, simplifying installation and cable management.

Key features

• Four SFP+ ports provide flexible 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections suitable for various network setups.
• Supports both 10GBase-SR and 10GBase-LR fiber optics, allowing easy adaptation between short and long reach without hardware changes.
• Powered by the Intel XL710-BM1 controller, enabling SR-IOV with up to 128 virtual functions to allocate bandwidth efficiently across virtual machines and containers.
• PCIe 3.0 x8 interface ensures high throughput and low latency for data-intensive applications.
• Efficient thermal design maintains optimal operating temperatures even under continuous full-rate traffic, supporting reliable performance in dense rack environments.
• OCP 3.0 form factor fits seamlessly into current server platforms, helping maintain clean and organized cabling.
• Constructed with RoHS-compliant materials, supporting environmentally responsible deployments.
• Backed by a lifetime manufacturer warranty for long-term peace of mind.

Key specs

• Ports: 4 x SFP+
• Data rate per port: up to 1.25 GB/s (10 Gigabit Ethernet)
• Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8
• Supported optics: 10GBase-SR and 10GBase-LR
• Controller: Intel XL710-BM1
• SR-IOV support: up to 128 virtual functions
• Form factor: OCP 3.0
• Compliance: RoHS

Connectivity and compatibility

This adapter is designed for optical fiber cabling environments, supporting both short-reach and long-reach fiber modules. Its four SFP+ ports allow flexible network configurations, making it suitable for integration into existing 10 Gigabit Ethernet infrastructures. The OCP 3.0 form factor ensures compatibility with a wide range of modern server platforms, facilitating straightforward installation and maintenance.

Performance and reliability

With the Intel XL710-BM1 chipset, the adapter delivers robust performance and advanced virtualization features like SR-IOV, which helps optimize bandwidth allocation across multiple virtual machines or container clusters. Its efficient thermal design keeps the card cool during sustained high traffic, ensuring stable operation in demanding data center environments. The lifetime warranty further underscores its reliability for long-term use.

Ideal uses and environments

This network adapter fits well in data centers and enterprise server environments where high throughput and low latency are critical. It supports workloads such as database replication, virtualized server farms, and live data migrations. IT professionals managing virtualized infrastructures will benefit from its SR-IOV capabilities, while its fiber optic compatibility makes it a strong choice for setups requiring flexible and scalable network connections.