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Dell N20KJ Accessory Overview
The Broadcom® 57810S from Dell™ is a dual-port 10GBASE-T Converged Network Adapter. It leverages Broadcom's long-standing industry leadership in Ethernet, providing the highest level of performance, efficiency, and scalability for the enterprise data center. For more effective utilization of the 10GbE bandwidth, the Broadcom 57810-based CNA offers Switch Independent Partitioning which enables segmentation of each 10GbE port into four virtualports, with flexible allocation of bandwidth to each port. This allows IT organizations to improve resource utilization while lowering infrastructure and operational costs. Virtualization, cloud computing, High-Performance Computing (HPC), convergence, and clustering initiatives are increasing workload demands.
The Broadcom 57810S-based CNA is the solution of choice for workload-intensive computing environments, providing a reliable, high-performance 10GbE connectivity solution. It increases network flexibility, scalability, and capacity with Switch Independent Partitioning, segmenting 10GbE ports and reallocating their bandwidth and resources to address application's performance requirements. This product has been tested and validated on Dell systems. It is supported by Dell Technical Support when used with a Dell system.
What is the Dell N20KJ and what are its primary specifications?
The Dell N20KJ is a Broadcom 57810S Dual Port 10Gb BASE-T Server Adapter designed for enterprise networking. This PCI Express x8 plug-in card provides 2 ports of 10GBase-T connectivity over twisted pair cabling, making it ideal for high-speed server deployments requiring reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance. We offer this genuine Dell component for organizations upgrading their network infrastructure.
Is the Dell N20KJ compatible with my server?
The Dell N20KJ is compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers and other systems with available PCI Express x8 slots. To verify compatibility with your specific server model, we recommend checking your system's documentation or contacting us today—our team can confirm whether this adapter will work with your hardware configuration and help you with installation guidance.
What are the connectivity options provided by the N20KJ adapter?
The N20KJ provides dual 10GBase-T ports for high-speed network connectivity using standard twisted pair cabling, supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds. This dual-port design allows for redundancy, load balancing, or connection to multiple network segments, making it suitable for demanding enterprise and data center environments requiring reliable multi-gigabit throughput.
What type of installation does the Dell N20KJ require?
The Dell N20KJ is a plug-in card that installs directly into an available PCI Express x8 slot on your server motherboard. Installation is straightforward for IT professionals—simply insert the adapter into the appropriate slot, secure it to the chassis, and connect your 10Gb network cables to the RJ45 ports. Visit barcodesinc.com or contact us today if you need technical support during installation.
Can the N20KJ be used for network redundancy?
Yes, the dual-port design of the Dell N20KJ makes it well-suited for network redundancy configurations. You can configure the two 10Gb ports for failover protection or active-active load balancing, providing fault tolerance for mission-critical server applications. This is particularly valuable in data centers and enterprise environments where network uptime is essential.
Is the Dell N20KJ a genuine Dell product and what support is available?
Yes, the Dell N20KJ (469-4032) is a genuine Dell component backed by Dell's quality standards and warranty support. We stock authentic Dell accessories and can provide documentation, technical specifications, and procurement support. Contact us today to verify warranty details, obtain datasheets, or discuss your server networking requirements—our team is ready to assist.
