# Network Card Intel X550T2 Internal Ethernet 10000 Mbit/s

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**Data updated:** 2025-11-30 22:16 (EET)
**Category:** Network Cards
**Manufacturer:** INTEL
**Manufacturer code:** X550T2
**Warranty:** 2 Years
**Availability:** Available for order
**Price:** 158.49 €
**Prices and availability valid until:** 2026-07-05 23:59
**Price without VAT (21%):** 130.98 EUR
**Can be purchased by legal entities:** Yes (invoice)
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## Delivery options

| Delivery method | Delivery time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Office pickup (2b. Kengaraga str., Riga, Latvia, LV-1063) | 08.07.2026 | free |
| Pickup points | 13.07.2026 | 1.99 EUR |
| Courier delivery to door | 13.07.2026 | 4.99 EUR |

## Summary description

The Intel X550T2 is an internal Ethernet network card with a maximum data transfer rate of 10000 Mbit/s. It features wired connectivity technology and uses a PCI Express host interface. The card is designed for high-performance networking, making it ideal for data centers and enterprise applications. Its sleek green and silver design ensures it fits well in any setup.

## Long description

iWARP/RDMA provides converged, low-latency fabric services for data centers by enabling Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA) over Ethernet. Key mechanisms that reduce latency include Kernel Bypass, Direct Data Placement, and Transport Acceleration. Intel® Data Direct I/O Technology (DDIO) improves I/O data processing by allowing adapters and controllers to access processor cache directly instead of traversing system memory, which reduces latency, increases I/O bandwidth, and lowers power use. The product is PCI-SIG SR-IOV capable, enabling native sharing of a single I/O resource among multiple virtual machines, and supports Flexible Port Partitioning (FPP) to divide a physical Ethernet device into multiple virtual devices and enforce fair bandwidth allocation. Virtual Machine Device Queues (VMDq) offload VMM switching tasks to networking hardware to reduce overhead and improve throughput and overall system performance.
Advantages
Low-latency RDMA over Ethernet through iWARP reduces CPU involvement in data transfers, improving application responsiveness. Intel DDIO lowers I/O latency and increases effective system bandwidth by permitting direct I/O access to processor cache. SR-IOV and FPP enable efficient hardware-level virtualization and predictable Quality of Service by presenting virtual functions that share a single physical port. VMDq decreases virtual machine I/O overhead by shifting switching work to specialized network hardware, improving throughput and system efficiency.
Key specifications
Protocol: iWARP / RDMA over Ethernet
Latency optimizations: Kernel Bypass, Direct Data Placement, Transport Acceleration
Platform technology: Intel® Data Direct I/O Technology (DDIO)
Virtualization: PCI-SIG SR-IOV capable
Partitioning: Flexible Port Partitioning (FPP) using SR-IOV
VM I/O offload: Virtual Machine Device Queues (VMDq)
How to use
Deploy the adapter or controller in a server PCIe slot and enable iWARP/RDMA functionality in the host network stack and firmware to allow RDMA over Ethernet. Ensure Intel DDIO is supported and enabled on the platform to benefit from direct cache access for I/O. Configure SR-IOV in the system BIOS/firmware and the hypervisor to create Virtual Functions, then use Flexible Port Partitioning to allocate virtual devices and bandwidth shares. Enable VMDq support in the driver and hypervisor to offload VM switching and optimize throughput.
Recommendations
Verify compatibility of motherboard, CPU, firmware, and hypervisor with iWARP/RDMA, Intel DDIO, SR-IOV, FPP and VMDq features before deployment. Use firmware and driver versions recommended by the hardware vendor and monitor performance to tune Virtual Function allocations and bandwidth partitions according to workload requirements.

## Specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Controller type | Intel® Ethernet Controller X550 |
| Cabling type | RJ45 Category 6 up to 55m; Category 6A up to 100m |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85176990 |
| Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) | 5A992C |
| Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System (CCATS) | G135872 |
| Bracket height | Low-Profile (LP) / Full-Height (FH) |

### Ports & interfaces

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Interface | Ethernet |
| Host interface | PCI Express |
| Internal | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 2 |
| PCI version | 3.0 |

### Bandwidth

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum data transfer rate | 10000 Mbit/s |
| Data transfer rate | 8 GT/s |

### Network

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.1as, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ad, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p |
| Cabling technology | 10GBase-T |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Maximum operating distance | 100 m |
| LAN controller | Intel X550 |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 5000, 2500, 1000, 10000, 100 |
| iSCSI support | Yes |
| Ethernet interface type | 5 Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet |
| VLAN tagging | Yes |

### Performance

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of VLANs | 4096 |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 8 x64, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Ultimate |
| Linux operating systems supported | Red Hat Enterprise Linux WS 6.0, Red Hat Enterprise Linux WS 5.0, SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10, SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 11 |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012 R2 x64, Windows Server 2008 R2 x64, Windows Server 2008 x64 |
| Intel Virtual Machine Device Queues (VMDq) | Yes |
| PCI-SIG\* SR-IOV Capable | Yes |
| On-chip QoS and Traffic Management | Yes |
| Intel Flexible Port Partitioning | Yes |
| Speed & slot width | 8.0 GT/s, x4 Lane |
| Intelligent Offloads | Yes |
| iWARP/RDMA | No |
| Fiber Channel over Ethernet | Yes |
| Intel Data Direct I/O Technology | Yes |
| Desktop Management Interface (DMI) version | 2.0 |
| Ethernet adapter ARK ID | 88209 |

### Technical details

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Product type | Network Interface Card |
| Status | Launched |
| Launch date | Q1'16 |
| Product brief URL | http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/ethernet-products/converged-network-adapters/ethernet-x550-brief.html |
| Network interface card type | Server |
| Network interface card cable medium | Copper |
| Market segment | Server |
| Last change | 64826838 |

### Design

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Product series | 500 Series Network Adapters (up to 10GbE) |
| Product family | Intel 10 Gigabit server adapter |
| PCI Card form factor | Half-height (low-profile) |
| Product colour | Silver, Green |
| Conflict-Free | Yes |

### Operational conditions

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 70 |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 55 |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 0 - 90 |

### Other features

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Interface type | PCIe v3.0 (8.0 GT/s) |
| Cable type | RJ45 Category 6 up to 55m; Category 6A up to 100m |
| Compatible operating systems | https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/articles/000025890/network-and-i-o/ethernet-products.html |
| Low halogen options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Connectivity (VT-c) | Yes |
| Storage Over Ethernet | iSCSI, FCoE, NFS |

## FAQ

### How much does the Network Card Intel X550T2 cost, and is it available for purchase?

The price is 158.49 € (valid at the time of publication and already includes all taxes). The item is available for order — 11 pcs. are in stock, and you can place your purchase right now with delivery across Latvia and Europe or choose pickup at the Riga collection point. We offer favorable purchase terms, including the option to split the payment into convenient monthly installments. Availability and price are updated in real time, so we recommend placing your order in advance.

### If I order this product today, when will I receive my order?

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### What is the warranty period?

All INTEL products come with an official 2 Years warranty. It covers all manufacturing defects and malfunctions that may occur during use. The warranty is valid at all authorized INTEL service centers and through AiO.lv

### Can the product be returned after purchase?

Yes, you can return the product within 14 days of purchase if you bought it as a consumer (not a legal entity). Returns are possible without giving any reason — the main condition is that the product retains its original appearance and full set of accessories. We will make the process as simple and convenient as possible: just contact our customer support team, and we will help you arrange the return.

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### How can I tell if this product suits my needs?

When making a choice, we recommend paying attention to the key features: connectivity technology, interface, host interface, maximum data transfer rate, networking standards, product colour, compatibility with your devices or usage conditions, material quality, functionality, and warranty terms. These characteristics will help you determine how well the model meets your needs.

### Where can I download the instructions for Network Card Intel X550T2?

You can download the instructions in PDF format from the “Instructions” section on the product description page. The file contains complete information about installation, setup, and usage.

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