Lenovo Emulex VFA5.2 2x10 GbE SFP+ PCIe Adapter

Overview

The Lenovo 00AG570 is a network adapter designed to provide two 10 Gigabit Ethernet connections via SFP+ ports, ideal for servers requiring low latency and consistent data throughput. It fits into a PCIe 3.0 x8 slot and supports RoCE v2, which enables efficient remote direct memory access across modern data center networks. This adapter integrates seamlessly with Lenovo XClarity for streamlined provisioning, monitoring, and lifecycle management, making it a practical choice for Lenovo System x and NeXtScale server environments.

Key features

• Dual 10 Gb Ethernet SFP+ ports deliver high-speed connectivity for bandwidth-intensive workloads and inter-server communication.
• PCIe 3.0 x8 interface ensures fast data transfer between the adapter and the host server, minimizing bottlenecks.
• RoCE v2 support enables low-latency, high-throughput remote direct memory access, improving application performance in data centers.
• Low-profile design with included 3U and 2U brackets allows flexible installation across various chassis sizes and slot layouts.
• Integration with Lenovo XClarity simplifies network adapter management alongside other Lenovo infrastructure components.
• Standards-based SFP+ connectivity ensures compatibility with a wide range of 10 GbE switches and existing network setups.

Key specs

• Network ports: 2 x 10 Gb Ethernet SFP+
• Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8
• Supported protocol: RoCE v2 (Remote Direct Memory Access over Converged Ethernet)
• Form factor: Low-profile with 3U and 2U brackets included
• Compatibility: Lenovo System x and NeXtScale servers

Connectivity and compatibility

This adapter connects through two SFP+ ports, which support a variety of compatible 10 GbE transceivers and cables, allowing integration into existing network infrastructures without requiring specialized hardware. Its PCIe 3.0 x8 interface ensures broad compatibility with modern server motherboards, while Lenovo XClarity integration provides centralized management within Lenovo environments.

Installation and setup

The low-profile design and included 3U and 2U brackets make installation straightforward across different server chassis sizes. The adapter fits into a PCIe 3.0 x8 slot, and its compatibility with Lenovo System x and NeXtScale servers ensures a smooth setup process. Lenovo XClarity integration further simplifies configuration and ongoing management, reducing administrative overhead.

Ideal uses and environments

This network adapter is well suited to data centers and enterprise environments where reliable 10 GbE connectivity is essential for application traffic and inter-server communication. It works well in setups that demand low latency and consistent throughput, such as virtualization, high-performance computing, and storage networks. Its compatibility with Lenovo server platforms makes it a strong choice for organizations standardizing on Lenovo infrastructure.