Dell Intel X550 Quad Port 10GbE RJ45 rNDC (64PJ8) – Rack Network Daughter Card (rNDC)

The Dell Intel X550 Quad Port 10GbE RJ45 rNDC is a server network adapter with 4x 10GbE RJ45 (10GBASE-T) ports based on the Intel X550 controller, in a Rack Network Daughter Card (rNDC) format. It adds high-throughput, low-latency Ethernet for virtualisation hosts, storage networks and busy application servers. For Dell PowerEdge rack servers.

More bandwidth for every server.

Faster Server Connectivity for Data-Heavy Workloads

Onboard network ports quickly become a bottleneck when servers host virtual machines, storage traffic and backups at the same time.

The Dell Intel X550 Quad Port 10GbE RJ45 rNDC adds 4x 10GbE through RJ45 (10GBASE-T) connections, giving each server more bandwidth and the ability to separate management, storage and application traffic.

Ports and Controller

4x 10GbE RJ45 (10GBASE-T) ports on the Intel X550 controller. RJ45 ports use standard Cat6/Cat6a cabling.

Form Factor and Compatibility

Rack Network Daughter Card (rNDC). Confirm the server model and slot type before installing.

Setup Instructions

How to Install the Dell Intel X550 Quad Port 10GbE RJ45 rNDC

1. Power down the server, unplug it and use anti-static precautions.
2. Install the adapter in the matching slot and secure it.
3. Power on and install or update the network driver and firmware.
4. Connect cables or transceivers and configure the interfaces in the OS or hypervisor.