The Cisco UCS P81E Virtual Interface Card (VIC), part number N2XX-ACPCI01=, is a network adapter designed specifically for Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) environments. It provides a unique, high-performance dual-port network interface that supports virtualisation technologies, making it ideal for modern data centres that need flexible, scalable connectivity. The adapter offers 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports which allow for high-speed data transmission across physical and virtual networks.
This card utilises the PCIe 2.0 x8 slot interface, ensuring compatibility with a broad range of UCS-compatible servers. Its main strength lies in supporting multiple virtual network devices without the requirement for additional physical adapters. This simplifies the network architecture and allows for efficient network traffic management. The adapter can partition a single physical NIC into multiple virtual interfaces, effectively and dynamically changing the way networking resources are allocated to virtual machines (VMs).
In addition to its advanced virtualisation features, the P81E VIC is engineered to balance bandwidth dynamically, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime. This allows users to achieve higher data throughput, lower latency, and reduced network congestion. The card is capable of Network Interface Virtualisation (NIV), which can be crucial for improving the efficiency of virtualisation deployments.
Built for enterprise-scale environments, this network adapter also supports multiple virtual I/O interfaces, making it suitable for companies looking to future-proof their networking setup. Its comprehensive integration with Cisco UCS servers ensures it fits seamlessly into a Cisco data centre, allowing for both simple installation and powerful functionality.
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