Lenovo 7ZT7A00546

Overview

The Lenovo 7ZT7A00546 is a network adapter designed specifically for Lenovo ThinkSystem servers, providing two SFP+ ports that deliver 10 Gb Ethernet connectivity over optical fiber. It connects via a PCI Express interface integrated with the Intel Ethernet Connection X722 and Intel C624 chipset, enabling high-speed 10GBase-X networking without occupying a standard add-in slot. This adapter is ideal for environments that require efficient data transfer between servers and switches, such as virtualization hosts, database servers, and compute clusters.

Key features

• Two SFP+ ports offer flexible 10 Gb optical connections, allowing separation of production and backup traffic or resilient link configurations with dual upstream switches.
• Integration with Intel Ethernet Connection X722 ensures reliable and high-performance network throughput.
• NC-SI support enables seamless integration with system management tools, aligning network and server management workflows.
• LOM form factor with a low-profile design optimizes airflow and serviceability in dense ThinkSystem server environments.
• Direct connection through the system board simplifies installation and preserves valuable expansion slots.

Key specs

• Network ports: 2 x SFP+ for 10 Gb Ethernet over optical fiber
• Interface: PCI Express connection to system board
• Chipset: Intel Ethernet Connection X722 integrated with Intel C624 chipset
• Supported standard: 10GBase-X
• Form factor: LOM (LAN on Motherboard) low-profile design

Connectivity and compatibility

This adapter supports 10 Gb optical connections through SFP+ ports, compatible with a variety of optical transceivers and fiber types that match existing 10 Gb infrastructures. It fits seamlessly into Lenovo ThinkSystem servers, leveraging the PCI Express interface for direct motherboard integration. The NC-SI protocol support ensures compatibility with system management frameworks, making it easier to monitor and control network connectivity alongside server operations.

Ideal uses and environments

The Lenovo 7ZT7A00546 excels in data-intensive server environments where high-speed, reliable networking is critical. It works well in virtualization hosts, database servers, and nodes within compute or analytics clusters. Its dual-port design supports network segmentation and redundancy, which benefits setups requiring separate traffic paths or failover capabilities. The low-profile LOM form factor suits dense server racks where space and airflow are important considerations.

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