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product_id: 250051573
title: "NIC X540-T2-Intel"
brand: "ipolex"
price: "E£ 8205"
currency: EGP
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.com.eg/products/250051573-nic-x540-t2-intel
store_origin: EG
region: Egypt
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# 10Gbps blazing speed Dual RJ45 ports for versatile connectivity Intel X540-BT2 controller with SR-IOV NIC X540-T2-Intel

**Brand:** ipolex
**Price:** E£ 8205
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your network game with 10Gbps power and pro-grade Intel tech!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** NIC X540-T2-Intel by ipolex
- **How much does it cost?** E£ 8205 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.eg](https://www.desertcart.com.eg/products/250051573-nic-x540-t2-intel)

## Best For

- ipolex enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ipolex brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Dual RJ45 Ports:** Maximize connectivity options with two 10G Ethernet ports supporting up to 100m Cat6a cabling.
- • **Flexible Form Factor:** Includes both full height and low profile brackets to fit standard desktops and servers effortlessly.
- • **Broad OS Compatibility:** Seamlessly integrates with Windows, Linux, VMware, FreeBSD, and Ubuntu environments.
- • **Blazing 10Gbps Throughput:** Experience ultra-fast data transfer that keeps your network ahead of the curve.
- • **Intel X540-BT2 Powerhouse:** Leverage advanced Intel controller tech with SR-IOV for optimized virtualization performance.

## Overview

The ipolex NIC X540-T2-Intel is a high-performance dual-port 10Gbps network interface card featuring the Intel X540-BT2 controller with SR-IOV support. Designed for professional environments, it supports a wide range of operating systems including Windows Server, Linux, VMware, and FreeBSD. With dual RJ45 ports capable of 100m Cat6a connectivity and flexible bracket options, it fits both standard desktops and servers. Note: Requires specific driver setup and is not compatible with hot swapping or 5G/2.5G speeds.

## Description

X540-10G-2T-X8 ipolex's X540-10G-2T-X8 10 gigabit lan card is the latest innovation in Intel's leadership to drive 10 Gigabit Ethernet into the broader server market. This lan card hosts Intel's latest Ethernet silicon, the Intel Ethernet Controller X540, which is used by many OEMs as a single chip solution for LAN on Motherboard (LOM) to deliver 10 Gigabit Ethernet(10 GbE) on the latest server platforms. Features: 10GBASE-T Simplifies the Transition to 10 GbE; 10G Performance at Low Cost and Low Power; Exciting New Data Center Usage Models; Unified Networking (iSCSI, FCoE and LAN); Flexible Port Partitioning (FPP); Flexible I/O Virtualization (VMDq and SR- IOV): 10GBase-T network card includes Intel Virtualization Technology for connectivity (Intel VT-c) to deliver I/O virtualization and Quality of Service (QoS) features designed directly into the Intel X540 controller on the adapter; Flexible Port Partitioning (FPP); Data Center Bridging (DCB) delivers Lossless Ethernet. Techincal Parameters: Vertical Segment: Server # of Ports: Dual Speed & Slot Width: 5.0 GT/s, x8 Lane System Interface Type: PCIe v2.1 (5.0GT/s) Cable Medium: Copper Cabling Type: RJ-45 Category-6 up to 55 m; Category-6A up to 100 m Bracket Height: Low Profile and Full Height Ethernet Controller: Intel Ethernet Controller X540-BT2 Intel Virtualization Technology for Connectivity (VT-c): Yes Intelligent Offloads: Yes On-chip QoS and Traffic Management: Yes Flexible Port Partitioning: Yes Virtual Machine Device Queues (VMDq): Yes PCI-SIG* SR-IOV Capable: Yes Supported Operating Systems Windows 7/8/10 Windows Server 2008/2012/2016/2019 Centos/RHEL 6/7/8 Ubuntu 16/18/19/20 Debian 9/10/11 FreeBSD 10/11/12 Vmware Esxi 6/7 SLSE 11/12

## Features

- 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 1) You should install the Windows 10 driver and follow the direction of "how to set up Windows 11" to set up. 2) The Dell and HPE servers require MCU info matching the host OS; however, this NIC doesn't satisfy. Please contact us before making a purchase.
- 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐄: Data rate: 10Gbps/1Gbps; NON FOR 5G/2.5G; NON SUPPORT HOT SWAPING!
- 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫: Intel X540-BT2 controller, supports single-root I/O virtualization (SR-IOV) to improve network performance.
- 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦: Windows Server 2012/2016/2019, Windows7/8/10, Linux, VMware ESX/ESXi 5/6/7, FreeBSD 11/12/13/14, Ubuntu 20/22.
- 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜.: Dual 10G RJ45 ports, up to 100m @Cat.6a. Full height and low profile bracket for standard computer and servers.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01IR7T7PG |
| Best Sellers Rank | #52 in Internal Computer Networking Cards |
| Brand | ipolex |
| Built-In Media | Industry Leading Support— Your purchase comes with Ipolex's unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, featuring a 30-Day Free Return policy for hassle-free refunds, a 3-Year Free Warranty protecting against defects and malfunctions, and Lifetime Technical Support for continuous expert assistance, ensuring your peace of mind and the long-term performance of your network card. |
| Color | 1pc |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 405 Reviews |
| Data Link Protocol | Ethernet |
| Data Transfer Rate | 10000000000 Bits Per Second |
| Hardware Interface | PCIE x 8 |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 8.74"L x 5.83"W x 1.34"H |
| Item Height | 1.34 inches |
| Item Type Name | 10g nic |
| Item Weight | 0.35 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | ipolex |
| Product Dimensions | 8.74"L x 5.83"W x 1.34"H |
| UPC | 603149414471 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** ipolex
- **Hardware interface:** PCIE x 8
- **Colour:** 1pc
- **Compatible devices:** Desktop
- **Product dimensions:** 22.2L x 14.8W x 3.4H centimeters

## Images

![NIC X540-T2-Intel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61kYMpjcSKL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Under linux, what driver-packages allow card software settings and namely 'os, software bifurcation' from the 'card's harware bifurcation'?**
A: Any non-EOL version of linux will have the driver with the stock kernel

**Q: Should most sfp+ adapters work in this unit? are there any known exceptions? we are hoping to put in 1xsfp+ direct attach cable and 1xsfp copper...**
A: The X520-DA2 is 10G port, it can work with Intel Compatible 10G Transceiver and SFP+ direct attach cable(DAC).

**Q: Will it work in a PCIe 2.0 x8 slot?**
A: Yes, our Intel X540-T2 network card can compatible PCIe 2.0 x8 slot.

**Q: Does this card support sr-iov?**
A: Yes, the Intel X550-T2 NIC support it. And ipolex also provide after-sale service, if there is any questions, please feel free to contact us.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-08*