Intel X710T4G1P5 scheda di rete – 4 porte 10GbE RJ-45, PCIe 3.0 (8.0 GT/s), supporto Cat6/6A

The INTEL X710T4G1P5 is a four‑port 10 Gigabit Ethernet network adapter with RJ‑45 copper interfaces designed for servers and workstations. It connects via a PCI Express 3.0 x8 compatible slot (8.0 GT/s) and delivers high‑speed, low‑latency network links for virtualized environments, storage networks and bandwidth‑intensive applications. The card supports standard Cat6 cabling for short runs and Cat6A for longer 10GbE distances, enabling integration into existing copper infrastructure without requiring fiber optics.

Advantages

The adapter provides four independent 10GbE RJ‑45 ports on a single PCIe card, enabling consolidation of multiple high‑speed connections while preserving PCIe slot resources. Native support for PCIe 3.0 ensures sufficient bus throughput for multi‑port operation. Compatibility with Cat6 (up to 55 m) and Cat6A (up to 100 m) cabling offers flexible deployment options using common copper cabling. The design focuses on stable connectivity and interoperability with mainstream server and operating system drivers.

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Key specifications

How to use

Install the card into an available PCIe slot that meets the required lane width and electrical specification. Secure the bracket and attach standard RJ‑45 cables to the required ports, observing Cat6 or Cat6A guidelines for distance and cable quality. Install appropriate drivers for the host operating system and configure link settings (speed, duplex, flow control) and any teaming or VLAN features through the OS or management software. Verify link status and performance with network diagnostic tools after installation.

Recommendations

For reliable 10GbE performance, use quality Cat6A cabling for runs approaching 100 m and ensure proper cooling in the host chassis. When deploying multiple adapters in the same system, confirm available PCIe lanes and power/thermal headroom. Apply vendor‑provided firmware and driver updates to maintain compatibility and stability in virtualized and storage environments.