Network adapter HP BCM57416 10Gb 2-Port FLR-T, dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet PCIe

HP BCM57416 10Gb 2-Port FLR-T, dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet PCIe is a server-grade network adapter designed to provide two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports in a low-profile FLR-T form factor. Intended for use in servers and workstations, this BCM57416-based card adds high-throughput connectivity for storage, virtualization and general network traffic while allowing efficient use of server slot space. The card is sold under HP part number 854177-001-RFB and supports deployment scenarios that require redundant or aggregated 10Gb links.

Advantages

The adapter delivers dual 10Gb Ethernet ports in a compact FLR-T design that fits low-profile server slots and conserves full-height mezzanine space. It enables higher throughput for storage and VM traffic and supports redundant links to increase network availability. As an HP-branded BCM57416 implementation, the card is compatible with typical server PCIe slots and is suitable for rack and blade server environments where density and performance are important.

Suitable for

• Adding redundant 10 Gigabit Ethernet links to servers
• Accelerating storage traffic (iSCSI, NFS) in data centers
• Improving virtual machine network throughput in virtualization hosts
• High-throughput server uplinks and aggregation
• Low-profile server and blade installations requiring 10Gb connectivity

Key specifications

• Brand: HP
• Model / Chipset: BCM57416-based
• Ports: 2 × 10 Gigabit Ethernet
• Form factor: FLR-T (low-profile, single-slot optimized)
• Interface: PCI Express (PCIe)
• MPN: 854177-001-RFB

How to use

Power down the host server according to the manufacturer's instructions, and unplug power sources. Install the adapter into a compatible PCIe slot that supports the FLR-T module profile, secure the module following server chassis guidance, and reconnect power. After booting the server, install or update the appropriate HP/driver software for the BCM57416 chipset available from HP support or the OS vendor to enable full functionality. Configure network settings, link aggregation or redundancy and any offload features through the operating system or management tools as required for your environment.

Usage recommendations

Use quality SFP+/DAC or SFP+ transceivers and compatible cabling rated for 10Gb to ensure reliable link performance. Verify server BIOS/firmware and OS driver compatibility with the BCM57416 adapter before deployment, and consider link aggregation or multipathing for redundancy and improved throughput in storage and virtualization workloads.