Interface Card DELL PA-4E

The DELL PA-4E interface card provides up to four IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet ports, delivering a maximum of 10 Mbps per port and a combined aggregate bandwidth of up to 40 Mbps. All four ports operate at wire speed to ensure consistent data transfer across connected devices.

Advantages

The PA-4E offers multiple 10Base-T ports in a single expansion card, simplifying port density upgrades and enabling simultaneous connections without port aggregation complexity. Its adherence to the IEEE 802.3 standard ensures compatibility with existing Ethernet equipment, and line-speed operation minimizes internal bottlenecks for predictable throughput.

Suitable for

• Legacy Ethernet networks requiring multiple 10 Mbps ports
• Network devices or servers needing additional 10Base-T interfaces
• Environments where deterministic, low-speed links are used for monitoring, control, or management traffic

Key specifications

• Standard: IEEE 802.3 10Base-T
• Number of ports: 4 x 10Base-T
• Per-port bandwidth: up to 10 Mbps
• Aggregate bandwidth: up to 40 Mbps
• Operation: line (wire) speed on all ports
• Brand: Dell
• Model/MPN: PA-4E

How to use

Install the PA-4E into a compatible expansion slot in the host system following the server or device manufacturer's installation instructions. Connect standard twisted-pair Ethernet cables (Cat3/Cat5 or compatible for 10Base-T) to the card's RJ-45 ports and verify link/activity LEDs to confirm connections. Configure the host operating system or network device to recognize and use the additional 10Base-T interfaces as required by your network topology.

Usage recommendations

Use the PA-4E in systems where multiple 10 Mbps Ethernet links are required; verify compatibility with the host device and firmware, and use appropriate cabling and network settings to maintain stable line-speed performance.