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HPE P26256-B21 - HPE Broadcom BCM57412 10GbE 2-port SFP+ OCP3 Adapter

HPE P26256-B21 - HPE Broadcom BCM57412 10GbE 2-port SFP+ OCP3 Adapter

Brand: HPE | Category: Network Adapters & NICs

SKU: HPE-P26256-B21 | Part #: P26256-B21 | MPN: P26256-B21

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About the HPE P26256-B21 - HPE Broadcom BCM57412 10GbE 2-port SFP+ OCP3 Adapter

This dual-port 10GbE SFP+ OCP3 adapter delivers 20 Gbps aggregate throughput with the Broadcom BCM57412 controller, engineered for network engineers and infrastructure architects demanding compact, high-performance connectivity in HPE ProLiant environments. The HPE P26256-B21 combines enterprise-grade reliability with modern virtualization capabilities, fitting HPE ProLiant Gen10 and Gen10 Plus servers equipped with OCP 3.0 slots.

The adapter operates over PCIe Gen3 x8 with full support for 10GBase-SR, 10GBase-LR, and 10GBase-CR Direct Attach Cable protocols, enabling flexible deployment across varied network topologies. Advanced offload engines including TCP Segmentation Offload, Large Receive Offload, and IPv4/IPv6 checksum offload reduce CPU overhead, while Single Root I/O Virtualization (SR-IOV) support enables efficient multi-tenant and cloud-native workloads. Integration with HPE iLO and HPE OneView streamlines lifecycle management across your infrastructure. Certified for Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and VMware ESXi, the HPE adapter meets CE, FCC, and RoHS regulatory requirements.

Enterprise Deployment Scenarios

  • High-speed east-west datacenter traffic in virtualized environments leveraging SR-IOV for multi-tenant isolation
  • Storage network acceleration for backup and replication workflows requiring 10 Gbps per-port performance
  • Cloud infrastructure buildouts on HPE ProLiant Gen10 platforms with centralized management via OneView
  • Low-latency application networks using 10GBase-SR short-range optics within campus or co-location facilities
  • Mixed-OS environments spanning Windows Server and Linux deployments with unified iLO management

To procure the HPE P26256-B21 for your organization, contact Omnixon Global via RFQ for competitive distributor pricing and regional support.

Technical Specifications

BrandHPE
CategoryNetwork Adapters & NICs
SKUHPE-P26256-B21
Part NumberP26256-B21
ConditionNew
Capacity10GB
Form FactorOCP 3.0
InterfaceEthernet 10 Gb
Speed10 Gb/s per port
HPE Part NumberP26256-B21
Product NameHPE Broadcom BCM57412 10GbE 2-port SFP+ OCP3 Adapter
ControllerBroadcom BCM57412
Form FactorOCP 3.0 (Open Compute Project, small form factor)
Host InterfacePCIe Gen3 x8
Number of Ports2
Port TypeSFP+
Data Rate per Port10 Gbps
Aggregate Throughput20 Gbps (full duplex)
Supported Protocols10GBase-SR, 10GBase-LR, 10GBase-CR (DAC)
Virtualization SupportSR-IOV (Single Root I/O Virtualization)
Offload EnginesTCP Segmentation Offload (TSO), Large Receive Offload (LRO), IPv4/IPv6 checksum offload, VLAN tag insertion/stripping
Operating System SupportMicrosoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESXi
Compatible Server PlatformsHPE ProLiant Gen10, HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus (servers with OCP 3.0 slot)
Management IntegrationHPE iLO, HPE OneView
Regulatory ComplianceCE, FCC, RoHS
Product TypeNetwork Adapter / NIC

Frequently Asked Questions about HPE P26256-B21 - HPE Broadcom BCM57412 10GbE 2-port SFP+ OCP3 Adapter

What does the HPE P26256-B21 - HPE Broadcom BCM57412 10GbE 2-port SFP+ OCP3 Adapter do?

The HPE P26256-B21 - HPE Broadcom BCM57412 10GbE 2-port SFP+ OCP3 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 P26256-B21 - HPE Broadcom BCM57412 10GbE 2-port SFP+ OCP3 Adapter?

Key specifications for the HPE P26256-B21 - HPE Broadcom BCM57412 10GbE 2-port SFP+ OCP3 Adapter: form factor OCP 3.0; interface Ethernet 10 Gb; 1 year manufacturer support; new condition. Manufacturer part number P26256-B21. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the HPE P26256-B21 - HPE Broadcom BCM57412 10GbE 2-port SFP+ OCP3 Adapter compatible with my infrastructure?

The HPE P26256-B21 - HPE Broadcom BCM57412 10GbE 2-port SFP+ OCP3 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.