Brand: Dell / Intel · SKU: 540-BBDD · MPN: 540-BBDD · Category: Components
The Dell 540-BBDD is a high-performance Quad-Port 1GbE RNDC (Network Daughter Card) built with the bridgeless Intel® Ethernet Controller I350. It offers robust 1GbE quad-port capabilities for seamless network performance. Key features include 12GB memory support (as mentioned in one source, though typical for this controller family might be lower/irrelevant for the NIC itself, use as described), Intel VT-c for I/O virtualization (up to 32 virtual ports), scalable iSCSI performance, and advanced power management technologies like Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) and DMA Coalescing (DMAC). It supports PCI Express v2.1 (5 GT/s) and is designed for high-speed data transfer, ideal for virtualized and iSCSI environments. It is listed as a 'Factory installed' SKU, suggesting it was intended for integration into a specific Dell server model. It supports 10/100/1000 Mbps data rates over RJ-45 ports and comes with full-height bracket installed, with a low-profile bracket often included in custome
| Ports | 4 x RJ-45 |
|---|---|
| Controller | Intel® Ethernet Controller I350 |
| Form Factor | Plug-in card (Network Daughter Card/Full Height) |
| Cabling Type | 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 10BASE-T |
| Interface (Bus) | PCI Express v2.1 (5 GT/s), 4-lane |
| Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Data Transfer Rate | 1 Gbps (10/100/1000 Mbps) |
| Warranty | 1 Year Warranty (for recertified equipment from some sellers) |
| Weight | N/A |
| Dimensions | Length: 13.54 cm (5.33 in.); Width: 6.89 cm (2.71 in.); Full-height end bracket: 12.0 cm (4.725 in.) |
The Dell 540-BBDD is a factory-installed quad-port Gigabit Ethernet Network Daughter Card utilizing the Intel I350 controller. It provides high-performance, low-overhead networking suitable for demanding server environments, especially those leveraging virtualization (Intel VT-c) or iSCSI storage. It is engineered with power-saving features like EEE and DMAC.
Yes, this Dell Intel i350 Quad-Port 1GbE Network Daughter Card (Factory Installed) (540-BBDD) is 100% genuine Dell / Intel hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This Dell Intel i350 Quad-Port 1GbE Network Daughter Card (Factory Installed) includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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