ASUS 10GbE SFP+ OCP Network Mezzanine Card

Overview

The ASUS MCI-10G/82599-2S is a 10GbE network mezzanine card designed to accelerate data transfer speeds in demanding environments like data centers, virtualization platforms, and cloud computing setups. Featuring dual SFP+ ports and an Intel 82599 controller, it delivers reliable 10Gb/s connectivity with support for both fiber and copper connections. Its PCIe 2.0 x8 interface ensures efficient bandwidth handling, while jumbo frame support up to 15.5 KB enhances network efficiency for large data packets.

Key features

• Dual SFP+ ports allow flexible use of fiber optic modules or direct-attach copper cables, adapting to different network infrastructures.
• Intel 82599 controller provides stable and consistent performance for high-demand networking tasks.
• PCIe 2.0 x8 interface offers efficient data throughput to support intensive workloads without bottlenecks.
• Support for jumbo frames up to 15.5 KB improves efficiency by reducing CPU overhead during large packet transfers.
• Boot options for iSCSI and FCoE enable seamless integration with enterprise storage networks.
• Compact OCP mezzanine form factor fits easily into compatible systems, saving space and simplifying installation.
• Includes LED signal cable for real-time connection monitoring, helping maintain network reliability.

Key specs

• Network speed: 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE)
• Ports: Dual SFP+ (fiber or copper compatible)
• Controller: Intel 82599
• Interface: PCIe 2.0 x8
• Jumbo frame support: up to 15.5 KB
• Form factor: OCP mezzanine card
• Supported boot options: iSCSI, FCoE

Connectivity and compatibility

This card supports both SFP+ SR/LR optical modules for long-distance fiber connections and direct-attach copper cables for shorter runs up to 10 meters. This versatility makes it suitable for a wide range of network setups, from high-speed data center backbones to localized server connections. The OCP mezzanine form factor ensures compatibility with systems designed for this compact expansion card type.

Ideal uses and environments

The ASUS MCI-10G/82599-2S is well suited to environments that require fast and reliable network performance, such as enterprise data centers, cloud service providers, and virtualization platforms. It supports storage network boot options, making it a strong choice for setups that integrate iSCSI or FCoE storage solutions. Its design fits well in systems where space is limited but high throughput is essential.