BROADCOM - BCM-95709A0907G GIGABIT 2-PORT-NETZWERKKARTE PCI-EXPRESS

Harness the power of dual Gigabit Ethernet ports on a single PCIe x4 card, driven by the proven Broadcom BCM5709 controller. This NIC delivers line-rate 10/100/1000 Mbps throughput with advanced offloads and virtualization support, making it an ideal upgrade for servers and workstations demanding reliable, high-speed copper connectivity.

Overview

The Broadcom BCM-95709A0907G is a dual-port Gigabit Ethernet network interface card designed for PCI Express x4 slots. It leverages the Broadcom BCM5709 chipset to provide two independent RJ-45 copper ports, each capable of 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds. The card supports a wide range of operating systems including Windows Server, Linux, and VMware ESX/ESXi, ensuring seamless integration into diverse IT environments.

What stands out

• Dual Gigabit ports for increased bandwidth and redundancy
• PCIe x4 interface for ample throughput, backward compatible with x8/x16 slots
• Hardware offloads for TCP/UDP/IP checksum and segmentation reduce CPU load
• Virtualization features: VMware NetQueue and Microsoft VMQ for efficient VM networking
• Jumbo frame support up to 9KB for improved large-transfer performance
• Wake-on-LAN and PXE boot support for remote management and deployment
• Full-height bracket included; low-profile bracket available separately

Technical details

• Chipset: Broadcom BCM5709
• Host Interface: PCI Express x4 (PCIe 1.1)
• Number of Ports: 2 x RJ-45
• Data Transfer Rate: 10/100/1000 Mbps per port
• Network Standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.1Q, 802.3x
• Jumbo Frame Support: Up to 9KB
• Wake-on-LAN: Yes
• PXE Support: Yes
• Virtualization Support: VMware NetQueue, Microsoft VMQ
• Checksum Offload: TCP/UDP/IP
• VLAN Support: IEEE 802.1Q
• Flow Control: IEEE 802.3x
• LED Indicators: Link/Activity per port
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• Operating Humidity: 5% to 85% non-condensing
• Form Factor: Standard Profile (Full-height)
• Connector Type: Copper

Our verdict

The Broadcom BCM-95709A0907G is a dependable dual-port Gigabit NIC that excels in server and virtualization environments. Its robust offload capabilities and broad OS compatibility make it a smart choice for IT professionals seeking to enhance network performance without breaking the bank.