Intel Ethernet Network Adapter E810 Xxvda2 Xxvd

Introducing the Intel Ethernet Network Adapter E810-XXVDA2, a high-performance dual-port 25GbE NIC engineered for modern data centers. As a member of the Intel Ethernet 800 Series, this adapter is built to accelerate demanding workloads, reduce CPU overhead, and deliver consistent, low-latency network performance across NFV, storage, HPC-AI, and hybrid cloud environments. With two 25GbE SFP28 ports, flexible cabling options, and robust driver and management support, the E810-XXVDA2 is designed to scale with your workloads while staying efficient and easy to manage.

Designed for dense server deployments, the E810-XXVDA2 brings high bandwidth right to the chassis, enabling fast data movement between servers, storage appliances, and hyper-converged infrastructure. The dual-port configuration is ideal for workloads that demand parallelism, including database clusters, virtualization hosts, and AI accelerators, while preserving headroom for growth in clustered deployments. By leveraging the latest Intel Ethernet 800 Series architecture, this NIC optimizes core CPU utilization, reduces latency, and delivers predictable performance under heavy workloads. The result is higher effective throughput with lower CPU overhead, freeing CPU cycles for application processing and improving overall system efficiency.

Beyond raw speed, the E810-XXVDA2 delivers advanced virtualization and data-center features designed to simplify multi-tenant and cloud-scale networking. It supports SR-IOV, VLAN tagging, and traffic steering for near-native network performance in virtual machines and containers, while preserving strong isolation and security boundaries. This makes it an excellent fit for software-defined data centers and multi-workload environments where performance, isolation, and agility are paramount. Administrators can rely on the NIC to provide consistent performance across virtualized and containerized environments, reducing the need for complex tuning and offload configurations.

Management and software support are central to a smooth deployment. Intel provides comprehensive driver and software stacks that span Windows, Linux, and virtualization platforms. With Intel PROSet and the Intel Ethernet Driver, administrators gain centralized control, advanced diagnostics, and streamlined firmware and driver updates, enabling proactive maintenance and rapid troubleshooting. The E810-XXVDA2 is designed to integrate seamlessly into existing data-center networks, with strong support for modern management workflows and automation, helping IT teams deploy, monitor, and optimize NIC performance across large-scale environments.

Built for modern workloads and hybrid architectures, this NIC is engineered to optimize throughput and reduce latency across diverse infrastructures. It supports energy-efficient operation and scalable connectivity, enabling data centers to increase capacity without compromising efficiency. Whether you’re running NFV workloads, high-performance storage, or AI-enabled HPC tasks, the E810-XXVDA2 is designed to deliver reliable, scalable performance that helps your applications reach their full potential while easing day-to-day maintenance and upgrades.

• Dual 25 GbE SFP28 ports provide high-density, scalable links for fast data movement between servers, storage, and hyper-converged infrastructure.
• Intel Ethernet 800 Series architecture optimizes CPU utilization, lowers latency, and delivers higher effective throughput for demanding workloads.
• Advanced virtualization features including SR-IOV, VLAN tagging, and traffic steering enable near-native performance for VMs and containers with strong isolation.
• Broad software support and centralized management through Intel PROSet and the Intel Ethernet Driver on Windows, Linux, and virtualization platforms.
• Energy-efficient design and flexible connectivity support multi-workload deployments—from NFV to AI-enabled HPC—while simplifying integration into existing data-center networks.

Technical Details of Intel Ethernet Network Adapter E810-XXVDA2

• Product family: Intel Ethernet 800 Series, E810 family
• Ports: 2 × 25 GbE SFP28 ports
• Host interface: PCIe 4.0
• Max data rate: Up to 50 Gb/s aggregate across both ports (2 × 25 GbE)

How to install Intel Ethernet Network Adapter E810-XXVDA2

• Power down the server and unplug the power source. Open the chassis to access the motherboard and available PCIe slots.
• Identify a suitable PCIe slot (preferably PCIe x8 or x16) and insert the E810-XXVDA2 card securely into the slot until it is fully seated.
• Connect the appropriate 25 GbE cabling to the SFP28 ports. Use direct-attach copper (DAC) cables for short-distance links or fiber with compatible transceivers for longer reaches as required by your data-center topology.
• Power on the server. Enter the BIOS/UEFI to ensure the PCIe slot is enabled and that the system recognizes the new NIC. If necessary, disable unused onboard NICs to avoid conflicts.
• Install the latest drivers and management software. On Windows, install Intel PROSet and the Ethernet Driver; on Linux, install the Intel Ethernet Driver and accompanying utilities. Apply any available firmware updates and reboot if prompted.
• Configure the network interfaces within the operating system or hypervisor. Enable SR-IOV, VLAN tagging, and any required traffic steering policies as needed for your environment. Validate connectivity and performance with appropriate benchmarks and monitoring tools.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the Intel E810-XXVDA2?
  A: It is a dual-port 25GbE network interface card from the Intel Ethernet 800 Series, designed for high-performance data centers and virtualization environments.
• Q: What workloads is it best suited for?
  A: NFV, high-performance storage, HPC-AI, virtualization, databases, clustering, and hybrid cloud deployments requiring high bandwidth and low latency.
• Q: What management options are available?
  A: Intel PROSet and the Intel Ethernet Driver provide centralized control, diagnostics, and firmware/driver updates on Windows, Linux, and virtualization platforms.
• Q: Does it support virtualization features?
  A: Yes. It includes SR-IOV, VLAN tagging, and traffic steering to help achieve near-native performance for virtual machines and containers while maintaining isolation.
• Q: What is the total theoretical bandwidth?
  A: Up to 50 Gb/s aggregate across both ports (2 × 25 GbE).