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HPE 817738-B21 - HPE 562T 10Gb 2-port Adapter

HPE 817738-B21 - HPE 562T 10Gb 2-port Adapter

Brand: HPE | Category: Network Adapters & NICs

SKU: HPE-817738-B21 | Part #: 817738-B21 | MPN: 817738-B21

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About the HPE 817738-B21 - HPE 562T 10Gb 2-port Adapter

The HPE 562T 10Gb 2-port Adapter (part number 817738-B21) delivers robust hardware offload capabilities including TCP/IP, UDP, iSCSI, LSO, LRO, RSS, and VLAN tagging and stripping—enabling network engineers to reduce CPU overhead and maximize throughput in mission-critical data center environments. Built on the Intel X550 controller, this dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet adapter operates at line rate across three speeds: 100 Mbps, 1 Gbps, and 10 Gbps with auto-negotiation, supporting both legacy and modern network infrastructures simultaneously.

The HPE 817738-B21 features a PCIe 3.0 x4 low-profile form factor designed for density-conscious deployments across HPE ProLiant Gen9 and Gen10 rack and tower servers. Both ports use RJ-45 connectors and support CAT6A cabling at full 10Gb speeds up to 55 meters, with backward compatibility to CAT6 (55 m at 10Gb) and CAT5e (100 m at 1Gb). Advanced capabilities include jumbo frame support up to 9,600 bytes, IEEE 802.3x flow control, IEEE 802.1Q VLAN support, and Wake on LAN functionality. HPE's management integration through iLO and OneView simplifies provisioning and lifecycle management. Certified across VMware ESXi, Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, the 562T is ideal for storage architects and IT procurement teams standardizing on HPE infrastructure.

Deployment Scenarios

  • High-performance storage connectivity for SAN and NAS environments requiring sub-55-meter CAT6A runs
  • Virtual machine host clustering with low-latency, high-bandwidth inter-node communication
  • Legacy network migration paths supporting 1Gb, 10Gb, and mixed-speed environments simultaneously
  • iSCSI offload acceleration for block storage workloads reducing CPU utilization
  • HPE ProLiant Gen9/Gen10 server refresh with unified network fabric simplification

Contact Omnixon Global today to request a quote for the HPE 562T 10Gb 2-port Adapter and explore volume pricing for your enterprise deployment.

Technical Specifications

BrandHPE
CategoryNetwork Adapters & NICs
SKUHPE-817738-B21
Part Number817738-B21
ConditionNew
Capacity10GB
Form FactorPCIe
InterfaceEthernet 10 Gb
Speed10 Gb/s per port
Manufacturer Part Number817738-B21
Product NameHPE 562T 10Gb 2-port Adapter
Network ControllerIntel X550
Number of Ports2
Port Speed10GBASE-T (10 Gbps per port)
Connector TypeRJ-45
Cable StandardCAT6A (up to 55 m at 10Gb), CAT6 (up to 55 m at 10Gb), CAT5e (up to 100 m at 1Gb)
Form FactorPCIe 3.0 x4 Low Profile
Bus InterfacePCI Express 3.0 x4
Jumbo Frame SupportUp to 9,600 bytes
Hardware OffloadsTCP/IP, UDP, iSCSI, LSO, LRO, RSS, VLAN tagging and stripping
Operating Speeds100 Mbps / 1 Gbps / 10 Gbps (auto-negotiating)
Compatible Server PlatformsHPE ProLiant Gen9 and Gen10 rack and tower servers
Operating System SupportVMware ESXi, Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
Management IntegrationHPE iLO, HPE OneView
Flow ControlIEEE 802.3x
VLAN SupportIEEE 802.1Q
Wake on LANSupported
Bracket IncludedLow Profile (standard bracket adapter included)

Frequently Asked Questions about HPE 817738-B21 - HPE 562T 10Gb 2-port Adapter

What does the HPE 817738-B21 - HPE 562T 10Gb 2-port Adapter do?

The HPE 817738-B21 - HPE 562T 10Gb 2-port Adapter is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.

What are the headline specs of the HPE 817738-B21 - HPE 562T 10Gb 2-port Adapter?

Key specifications for the HPE 817738-B21 - HPE 562T 10Gb 2-port Adapter: form factor PCIe; interface Ethernet 10 Gb; 1 year manufacturer support; new condition. Manufacturer part number 817738-B21. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the HPE 817738-B21 - HPE 562T 10Gb 2-port Adapter compatible with my infrastructure?

The HPE 817738-B21 - HPE 562T 10Gb 2-port Adapter interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.