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Dell 540-BDEE | Broadcom 57508 Dual-Port 100GbE QSFP Network Card, PCIe

Dell 540-BDEE | Broadcom 57508 Dual-Port 100GbE QSFP Network Card, PCIe

540-BDEE

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Description

The Broadcom 57508 Dual-Port 100GbE QSFP Network Adapter is a Dell-validated PCIe NIC engineered for high-throughput server connectivity in dense data centre environments. Featuring two 100GbE QSFP ports over optical fibre, it delivers up to 200Gbps of aggregate bandwidth in a compact low-profile form factor — ideal for PowerEdge servers with limited PCIe slot clearance. Dell-tested and backed by Dell Technical Support when deployed in compatible systems.

Designed for compatibility across a wide range of Dell PowerEdge platforms including the R650, R660, R6525, R6625, C6520, C6620, HS5610, and HS5620, this customer kit ships with a low-profile bracket for straightforward installation. It is well suited to high-performance compute, storage networking, and virtualisation workloads requiring low-latency, high-bandwidth fibre connectivity. Order direct from iptrading.com.au — Australian-owned and operated since 2001.

Features

- Dual 100GbE QSFP ports deliver up to 200Gbps aggregate server bandwidth
- PCIe interface ensures broad compatibility with modern Dell PowerEdge platforms
- Low-profile form factor with included LP bracket for space-constrained deployments
- Optical fibre support enables longer-distance, high-reliability data transmission
- Dell-tested and validated for seamless integration with PowerEdge server infrastructure
- Backed by Dell Technical Support when used in a compatible Dell system
- Customer Kit packaging includes all required mounting hardware for easy installation
- Broadcom 57508 chipset delivers proven reliability and performance for enterprise networking

Warranty

Dell hardware typically includes a 1 to 3-year limited hardware warranty, depending on the product model and configuration. Coverage includes repair or replacement for defects in materials and workmanship.

Extended Warranty Options:
Extended warranty and support packages are available through IP Trading. Contact us to customise a solution for your Dell infrastructure.

All technical data should be verified on the manufacturer data sheets.

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FAQs

Technical Specifications

- Dell Part Number: 540-BDEE
- Manufacturer Part Number: 31XR6
- Chipset: Broadcom 57508
- Ports: 2 x 100GbE QSFP
- Interface: PCI Express (PCIe)
- Network Standard: 100GBase-X
- Media Type: Optical Fibre
- Speed: 100,000 Mbit/s (100GbE) per port
- Aggregate Bandwidth: Up to 200Gbps
- Form Factor: Low Profile (LP bracket included)
- Compatible Systems: Dell PowerEdge C6520, C6525, C6620, HS5610, HS5620, R640, R650, R650XS, R6515, R6525, R660, R660XS, R6615, R6625 and more

FAQs

Q: What Dell PowerEdge servers is the 540-BDEE compatible with?
A: The Broadcom 57508 adapter (540-BDEE) is validated for use with a wide range of Dell PowerEdge servers including the R650, R650XS, R660, R660XS, R6515, R6525, R6615, R6625, C6520, C6525, C6620, HS5610, and HS5620, among others. Always verify compatibility with your specific server generation prior to purchase.

Q: Is this a full-height or low-profile card?
A: This is a low-profile form factor NIC. The customer kit includes a low-profile bracket, making it suitable for 1U rack servers and other chassis with restricted PCIe slot height.

Q: What type of cables or transceivers are required?
A: The 540-BDEE uses QSFP ports and supports optical fibre connections operating at 100GBase-X standards. Compatible QSFP28 transceivers and fibre patch cables are required — these are sold separately.

Q: Does Dell provide technical support for this adapter?
A: Yes. As a Dell-validated component, the Broadcom 57508 adapter is supported by Dell Technical Support when installed in a compatible Dell PowerEdge server, providing a single point of contact for hardware troubleshooting.

Q: What are typical use cases for a dual-port 100GbE NIC in a server?
A: This adapter is well suited to data centre workloads requiring high-bandwidth, low-latency connectivity — including NVMe-over-Fabrics (NVMe-oF) storage networking, VMware vSphere or Hyper-V virtualisation, high-performance computing (HPC), and large-scale database or analytics applications.

Q: Can I purchase the Dell 540-BDEE in Australia from IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) is an Australian-owned and operated IT hardware reseller, trading since 2001. The 540-BDEE is available to order directly through our website with local sales and support.

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