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| HP NC325m PCI Express Quad Port Gigabit Server Adapter for c-Class BladeSystem |
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The HP NC325m features four Gigabit Ethernet ports on
a single card, saving valuable server I/O slots for other purposes. The
four ports provide the highest port density available for ProLiant BladeSystem
servers in a single adapter. The NC325m is ideal for virtualization, security,
server consolidation, network segmentation, and other ProLiant server
applications requiring maximum throughput and port density. The total
aggregate throughput of 4 Gbps meets the needs for customers desiring
high bandwidth but are not yet ready to move to 10 Gigabit Ethernet. The
x4 PCI Express NC325m is supported on ProLiant c-Class servers in all
mezzanine slots. However, if the NC325m is installed in mezzanine slot
1 of a half-height server, connectivity will be provided on only 2 of
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| HP NC325m PCI Express
Quad Port Gigabit Server Adapter |
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| At A Glance |
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| HP NC325m PCI Express Quad Port 1Gb Server Adapter |
416585-B21
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| Kit Contents |
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Standard Features
| HP ProLiant Server Support |
NOTE: Some servers listed above may be discontinued. |
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| Performance | Quad-port Gigabit Ethernet Throughput | Up to 2000 Mbps Ethernet transfer rate full duplex per port (8000 Mbps full duplex, all four ports) delivers outstanding network performance designed to improve response time and remove bottlenecks across the entire network. Four ports on a single adapter are ideal for high density, mezzanine slot constrained blade servers, virtualization and security, applications, server consolidation, and increased network segmentation. The total aggregate throughput of 8 Gbps full duplex also meets the needs for customers desiring high bandwidth but are not yet ready to move to 10 Gigabit Ethernet. |
| Jumbo Frames | The NC325m support for jumbo frames (also known as extended frames) permit an industry standard 9K byte transmission unit (MTU), which is six times the size of standard 1500 byte Ethernet frame. The NC325m supports jumbo frames as a way to achieve higher throughput and better CPU utilization. Jumbo frames are particularly useful for database transfers and tape backups. | |
| 802.1Q VLANs with 802.1p QoS Tagging | IEEE 802.1Q virtual local area network (VLAN) protocol allows each physical port of the NC325m to be separated into multiple virtual NICs for added network segmentation and enhanced security and performance. VLANs increase security by isolating traffic between users. Limiting the broadcast traffic to within the same VLAN domain also improves performance. IEEE quality of service (QoS) 802.1p tagging allows the adapter to mark or tag frames with a priority level across a QoS-aware network for improved traffic flow. | |
| TCP/IP Stateless Offloading |
For overall improved system response, the NC325m supports standard TCP/IP offloading techniques including:
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| Interrupt Coalescence | Interrupt coalescing (interrupt moderation) groups multiple packets, thereby reducing the number of interrupts sent to the host. This process optimizes host efficiency, leaving the CPU available for other duties. | |
| Dual Address Cycles | Dual address cycles (DAC) provide the ability to address memory above 4 GB and improve system performance by preventing the server operating system from performing a buffer copy from below 4 GB to above 4 GB. | |
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| High Availability | Quad port | The four ports on the NC325m are transmitted to up to four separate enclosure interconnect bays providing redundant signal paths. |
| Redundant adapters | With multiple quad port adapters supported per server connected to up to two redundant pairs of interconnect modules per enclosure, a very wide variety of high availability I/O configurations are possible. | |
| Network Adapter Teaming | ProLiant Network Adapter Teaming provides fault tolerance and load balancing across a team of two or more network adapters. The team of adapters works together as a single virtual adapter. Support for several different types of teaming is included. Teaming offers IT professionals an easy, efficient, and cost-effective way to provide network fault tolerance and increased network bandwidth. For more information, refer to the ProLiant Network Adapter Teaming Whitepaper available at home page at: ftp://ftp.compaq.com/pub/products/servers/networking/TeamingWP.pdf | |
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| Warranty | HP branded hardware
options qualified for BladeSystem c-Class and p-Class servers are covered
by a global limited warranty and supported by HP Services and a worldwide
network of HP Authorized Channel Partners. The HP branded hardware option
diagnostic support and repair is available for one year from date of purchase,
or the length of the server they are attached to, whichever is greater.
Support for software and initial setup is available for 90 days from date
of purchase. Additional support may be covered under the warranty or available
for an additional fee. Enhancements to warranty services are available through
HP Care Pack services or customized service agreements. Additional information regarding worldwide limited warranty and technical support is available at: http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/platforms/warranty/index.html. |
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Related Options
| c-Class BladeSystem Interconnect Modules | HP Virtual Connect Flex-10 10Gb Ethernet Module for the c-Class BladeSystem | 455880-B21 |
| HP 1:10 Gb Ethernet BL-c Switch |
438031-B21
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| HP 1/10Gb-F Virtual Connect Ethernet Module for c-Class BladeSystem |
447047-B21
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| Cisco Catalyst Blade Switch 3120G for HP | 451438-B21 | |
| Cisco Catalyst Blade Switch 3120X for HP | 451439-B21 | |
| Cisco Catalyst 3020 Blade Switch |
410916-B21
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| HP GbE2c Layer2/3 Ethernet Blade Switch for c-Class BladeSystem |
438030-B21
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| Ethernet Pass-Through Module for HP BladeSystem |
406740-B21
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| HP 6120XG Blade Switch | 516733-B21 | |
| HP 6120G/XG Blade Switch | 498358-B21 |
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Service and Support
| Service and Support | HP Care Pack Services:
Packaged server and storage services for increased uptime, productivity
and ROI When you buy HP server and storage products and solutions, it's also a good time to think about what levels of support you may need. Our portfolio of service options reduce deployment and management worries while helping you get the most out of your server and storage investments. We take a holistic approach to your environment, bridging servers, blades, storage, software and network infrastructures with our packaged HP Care Pack Services for servers and storage. Protect your business beyond warranty When it comes to robustness and reliability, standard computing equipment warranties have matured along with technology. Good news that can also create problems stemming from depending on standard warranties designed to only protect against product defects and some downtime causes. Using a standard approach to warranty uplifts, such as HP Care Pack Services, helps reduce downtime risks and provides operational consistency for mission-critical and standard business computing. HP Care Pack Services: Upgrading or extending standard server and storage warranties cost effectively HP Care Pack Services offer a standard reactive hardware and software support services suite sold separately, or combined with our Support Plus and Support Plus 24 services. The portfolio also provides a combination of integrated proactive and reactive services, such as Proactive 24 Service and Critical Service. In addition with HP Proactive Select, you can acquire the specific proactive constancy and technical services. HP Proactive Select menu offers a broad set of service options that you can mix and match depending on your specific requirements. Proactive service options include offers for server, storage, network, SAN device, software, environment and education services. HP server and storage lifecycle support services offers a full spectrum of customer care-from technology support to complex migrations to complete managed services. HP Factory Express provides customization, integration and deployment services for turnkey solutions. HP Education Services offer flexible, comprehensive training on to help your IT staff get the most out of your server and storage investments. HP Financial solutions extend innovative financing and cost-effective asset management programs-from purchase to equipment retirement. Learn more: www.hp.com/services/servers and www.hp.com/services/storage NOTE: Care Pack Services availability may vary by product and country. HP Care Pack Services are sold by HP and HP Authorized Service Partners:
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| Recommended HP Care Pack Services for optimal satisfaction with your HP product | |
| Recommended Services |
Hardware Options Support
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3-Year HP Hardware Support Onsite Service, 4-hour response, 24x7
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HP Installation and Startup of HP ProLiant Servers
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| Optional HP Care Pack Services that will enhance your HP product experience | |
| Optional Services |
3-Year HP Hardware Support Onsite Call-to-Repair (CTR) Service, 6-
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3-Year HP Support Plus 24 |
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HP Proactive Select Service |
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| eSupport |
HP eSupport is a portfolio of technology-based services that assist you
with managing your business environment - from the desktop to the data
center.
Access to certain features of the support portal requires an HP service
agreement. To access the support portal, visit: http://www.hp.com/support |
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| Customer Technical Training |
In today's cost-conscious business environment, IT professionals, developers, consultants and users face an interesting challenge: how to keep up with the latest technologies and expand important skills while delivering profitable results on current projects. To help address this challenge, HP offers innovative training solutions that help keep you up-to-date on virtualization, server, storage, Insight Control, Citrix, Microsoft® and open source/Linux-related topics-while spending less time away from business-critical activities. |
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| HP Services Awards |
HP Technology Services continues to be recognized for service and support excellence by customers, partners, industry organizations and publications around the world. Recent honors and award reflect our services team's dedications, technical expertise, professionalism and uncompromising commitment to customer satisfaction. |
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| Additional Services Information |
To learn more on HP ProLiant servers, HP BladeSystem servers and HP storage products, please contact your HP sales representative or HP Authorized Channel Partner. Or visit: www.hp.com/services/proliant or www.hp.com/services/bladesystem or http://www.hp.com/hps/storage |
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Technical Specifications
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General Specifications |
Network processor | Two Broadcom 5715S | |
| Data rate | Four ports, each at
2000 Mbps full duplex (theoretical maximum) NOTE: The NC325m adapter transmits from the server at only 2 Gbps full duplex per port. |
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| Bus type | x4 PCI Express 1.0 | ||
| Form factor |
Type I mezzanine card compatible with all ProLiant and Integrity c-Class
servers listed in the Supported Servers section of this QuickSpecs, all
mezzanine slots. Multiple cards per server. |
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| IEEE Compliance | 802.1p, 802.1Q, 802.3, 802.3ad, and 802.3x | ||
| Power and Environmental Specifications | Operating | Temperature | 50° - 95° F (10° - 35° C) |
| Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing | ||
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Non-operating |
Temperature | -40° to 158° F (-40° to 70° C) | |
| Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing | ||
| Power requirement | 15 Watts maximum | ||
| Emissions classification | FCC Class A | ||
| Agency approvals | USA | FCC (CFR 47 part 15) and UL 60950 | |
| Canada | ICES-003 and CSA60950 | ||
| Japan | VCCI | ||
| Korea | MIC (RRL), EMC Registration | ||
| Australia | ACA, AS/NZS3548/EN55022:1998, EN55024:1998 | ||
| European Union | EN55022:1998 (CISPR 22), EN55024:1998, and IEC60950:1999 (EN60950:2000) | ||
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| Safety | UL Mark (USA and Canada) | ||
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| Operating System Support |
NOTE: For more operating system support & certification information, please visit: http://h10018.www1.hp.com/wwsolutions/index.html. |
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| Environment-friendly Products and Approach | End-of-life Management and Recycling |
Hewlett-Packard offers end-of-life HP product return, trade-in, and recycling programs in many geographic areas. For trade-in information, please go to http://www.hp.com/go/green. To recycle your product, please go to: http://www.hp.com/go/green or contact your nearest HP sales office. Products returned to HP will be recycled, recovered or disposed of in a responsible manner. The EU WEEE directive (2002/95/EC) requires manufacturers to provide treatment information for each product type for use by treatment facilities. This information (product disassembly instructions) is posted on the Hewlett Packard web site at: http://www.hp.com/go/green. These instructions may be used by recyclers and other WEEE treatment facilities as well as HP OEM customers who integrate and re-sell HP equipment. |
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