SFP28 Network Adapter HP Enterprise P14484-001 — 2-port 10/25G

The SFP28 Network Adapter HP Enterprise P14484-001 — 2-port 10/25G is a dual-port SFP28 network card designed for server and top-of-rack switch connectivity. It supports 10G and 25G link speeds through SFP28 modules or direct-attach optics, offering high throughput and low latency for data center and virtualization workloads. Its compact SFP28 form factor enables flexible cable and transceiver choices to match existing infrastructure and scaling plans.

Advantages

This two-port adapter provides both 10G and 25G operation, enabling migration paths from 10GbE to 25GbE without replacing server hardware. The SFP28 form factor reduces occupied space on servers and allows use of a wide range of optics and passive copper DACs. The adapter delivers high throughput and low latency suitable for high-density environments and supports standard link negotiation for integration with common switches and NIC management tools.

Suitable for

• Server uplinks in rack and blade servers
• Top-of-rack and leaf switch connectivity for access and aggregation
• Virtualized environments and hyperconverged infrastructure
• High-performance storage networking and backup appliances
• Network upgrades from 10GbE to 25GbE

Key specifications

• Form factor: SFP28, two external ports
• Supported link speeds: 10 Gbps and 25 Gbps per port
• Interface type: SFP28 cages compatible with optical transceivers and direct-attach copper
• Typical use: server and switch connectivity for data center workloads
• Latency profile: low-latency design suitable for virtualization and storage traffic
• Compatibility: works with standard SFP28 optics and DACs from supported vendors

How to use

Install the adapter in a compatible server or appliance PCIe slot following the host platform documentation. Insert supported SFP28 transceivers or direct-attach cables into the SFP28 ports and connect to the corresponding switch or peer device. Configure link speeds and network settings in the operating system or hypervisor network management interface. Verify link status and performance using standard network diagnostic tools and vendor drivers where applicable.

Usage recommendations

For optimal results, match transceiver type and cable category to the intended link distance and environment, ensure up-to-date drivers and firmware from the server vendor, and use appropriate airflow and cooling in high-density deployments.