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Overview
HP NC326m PCI Express Dual Port 1Gb Server Adapter for c-Class BladeSystem
The NC326m is a dual port Gigabit Ethernet server adapter for the c-Class BladeSystem. The x4 PCI Express NC326m adapter is supported on all ProLiant c-Class servers in all mezzanine slots. Multiple adapters can be installed per server. The NC326m is designed for applications requiring additional Gigabit Ethernet ports than those provided on the server. It is ideal for virtualization, security, server consolidation, network segmentation, and other BladeSystem applications requiring additional network port density. Tested and proven to meet demanding BladeSystem standards, the NC326m ships with the advanced server features that ProLiant customers have come to expect, such as support for failover and load balancing, TCP/IP checksum offloading, large send offloading, Wake-on-LAN, PXE, jumbo frames, VLAN tagging, QoS, and more.
HP NC326m PCI Express Dual Port 1Gb Server Adapter

What's New

Support for HP ProLiant Generation 7 server

At A Glance

Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports Supported on all ProLiant c-Class servers in all mezzanine slots, multiple cards per server Designed with server needs in mind: IEEE 802.1p, 802.1Q, 802.3, 802.3ad, and 802.3x ProLiant Teaming including Network Fault Tolerance, Transmit Load Balancing, and Switch-Assisted Load Balancing 9K industry standard jumbo frames TCP/IP checksum offload (TCO) and large send offload (LSO) Interrupt coalescence and Dual address cycles (DAC) Wake-on-LAN (WOL) Pre-boot execution environment (PXE) IPv6 packet transmit and receive (excluding all offload capabilities); IPv6 aware SNMPv1 agent for Windows

Models

HP NC326m PCI Express Dual Port 1Gb Server Adapter Kit Contents HP NC326m PCI Express Dual Port 1Gb Server Adapter Quick install card Product warranty statement Drivers, user guide, and utilities via http://www.hp.com 406771-B21

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Standard Features
HP ProLiant Server Support
HP ProLiant BL685c G6 HP ProLiant BL685c G5 HP ProLiant BL680c G5 HP ProLiant BL495c G6 HP ProLiant BL495c G5 HP ProLiant BL490c G7 HP ProLiant BL490c G6 HP ProLiant BL465c G6 HP ProLiant BL465c G5 HP ProLiant BL460c G7 HP ProLiant BL460c G6 HP ProLiant BL460c G5 HP ProLiant BL460c HP ProLiant BL280c G6 HP ProLiant BL260c G5 HP ProLiant BL2x220c G6 HP ProLiant BL2x220c G5 NOTE: Some servers listed above may be discontinued.

Performance

Dual-port Gigabit Ethernet Throughput Jumbo Frames
802.1Q VLANs with 802.1p QoS Tagging
TCP/IP Stateless Offloading
2,000 Mbps per port full duplex (4,000 Mbps full duplex, both ports) transfer rate delivers outstanding network performance that improves response time and removes bottlenecks across the entire network. The NC326m support for jumbo frames (also known as extended frames) permit an industry standard 9K byte transmission unit (MTU), which is six times the size of standard 1500 byte Ethernet frame. The NC326m supports jumbo frames as a way to achieve higher throughput and better CPU utilization. Jumbo frames are particularly useful for database transfers and tape backups. IEEE 802.1Q virtual local area network (VLAN) protocol allows each physical port of the NC326m to be separated into multiple virtual NICs for added network segmentation and enhanced security and performance. VLANs increase security by isolating traffic between users. Limiting the broadcast traffic to within the same VLAN domain also improves performance. IEEE quality of service (QoS) 802.1p tagging allows the adapter to mark or tag frames with a priority level across a QoS-aware network for improved traffic flow. For overall improved system response, the NC326m supports standard TCP/IP offloading techniques including: TCP/IP checksum offload (TCO) moves the TCP and IP checksum offloading from the CPU to the network adapter. Large send offload (LSO) or TCP segmentation offload (TSO) allows the TCP segmentation to be handled by the adapter rather than the CPU. Interrupt coalescing (interrupt moderation) groups multiple packets, thereby reducing the number of interrupts sent to the host. This process optimizes host efficiency, leaving the CPU available for other duties.

Interrupt Coalescence

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Dual Address Cycles

Dual address cycles (DAC) provide the ability to address memory above 4 GB and improve system performance by preventing the server operating system from performing a buffer copy from below 4 GB to above 4 GB.

High Availability

Dual port Redundant adapters

Network Adapter Teaming

The two ports on the NC326m are transmitted to separate enclosure interconnect bays providing redundant signal paths. With multiple dual port adapters supported per server connected to up to two redundant pairs of interconnect modules per enclosure, a very wide variety of high availability I/O configurations are possible. ProLiant Network Adapter Teaming provides fault tolerance and load balancing across a team of two or more network adapters. The team of adapters works together as a single virtual adapter. Support for several different types of teaming is included. Teaming offers IT professionals an easy, efficient, and cost-effective way to provide network fault tolerance and increased network bandwidth. For more information, refer to the ProLiant Network Adapter Teaming Whitepaper available at: ftp://ftp.compaq.com/pub/products/servers/networking/TeamingWP.pdf

Warranty

HP branded hardware options qualified for BladeSystem c-Class and p-Class servers are covered by a global limited warranty and supported by HP Services and a worldwide network of HP Authorized Channel Partners. The HP branded hardware option diagnostic support and repair is available for one year from date of purchase, or the length of the server they are attached to, whichever is greater. Support for software and initial setup is available for 90 days from date of purchase. Additional support may be covered under the warranty or available for an additional fee. Enhancements to warranty services are available through HP Care Pack services or customized service agreements. Additional information regarding worldwide limited warranty and technical support is available at: http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/platforms/warranty/index.html.

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Service and Support
HP Care Pack Services: Packaged server and storage services for increased uptime, productivity and ROI When you buy HP server and storage products and solutions, it's also a good time to think about what levels of support you may need. Our portfolio of service options reduce deployment and management worries while helping you get the most out of your server and storage investments. We take a holistic approach to your environment, bridging servers, blades, storage, software and network infrastructures with our packaged HP Care Pack Services for servers and storage. Protect your business beyond warranty When it comes to robustness and reliability, standard computing equipment warranties have matured along with technology. Good news that can also create problems stemming from depending on standard warranties designed to only protect against product defects and some downtime causes. Using a standard approach to warranty uplifts, such as HP Care Pack Services, helps reduce downtime risks and provides operational consistency for mission-critical and standard business computing. HP Care Pack Services: Upgrading or extending standard server and storage warranties cost effectively HP Care Pack Services offer a standard reactive hardware and software support services suite sold separately, or combined with our Support Plus and Support Plus 24 services. The portfolio also provides a combination of integrated proactive and reactive services, such as Proactive 24 Service and Critical Service. In addition with HP Proactive Select, you can acquire the specific proactive constancy and technical services. HP Proactive Select menu offers a broad set of service options that you can mix and match depending on your specific requirements. Proactive service options include offers for server, storage, network, SAN device, software, environment and education services. HP server and storage lifecycle support services offers a full spectrum of customer care-from technology support to complex migrations to complete managed services. HP Factory Express provides customization, integration and deployment services for turnkey solutions. HP Education Services offer flexible, comprehensive training on to help your IT staff get the most out of your server and storage investments. HP Financial solutions extend innovative financing and cost-effective asset management programs-from purchase to equipment retirement. Learn more: www.hp.com/services/servers and www.hp.com/services/storage NOTE: Care Pack Services availability may vary by product and country. HP Care Pack Services are sold by HP and HP Authorized Service Partners: Services for customers purchasing from HP or an enterprise reseller are quoted using HP order configuration tools. Customers purchasing from a commercial reseller can find HP Care Pack Services at http://www.hp.com/go/lookuptool

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Recommended Services
Recommended HP Care Pack Services for optimal satisfaction with your HP product
Hardware Options Support HP Care Packs provide support for all HP-branded hardware options qualified for inclusion in your server or storage solution. Any additional HP-qualified options installed within the server are covered at the same service level and for the same period as the server and no additional cost. Help improve or maintain system uptime Convenient onsite support Committed response time http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/5982-6547EEE 3-Year HP Hardware Support Onsite Service, 4-hour response, 24x7 Provides you with rapid remote support and if required an HP authorized representative who will arrive on site any time and day of the year to begin hardware maintenance service within 4 hours of the service request being logged. This service provides a trained HP service specialist to perform an installation that meets HP quality standards, for: Help improve or maintain system uptime Convenient onsite support Committed response time http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/5982-6547EEE HP Installation and Startup of HP ProLiant Servers Provides for the installation of your new HP ProLiant server and operating system to assist you in bringing your new HP ProLiant server and operating system into operation in a timely and professional manner. This service provides a trained HP service specialist to perform an installation that meets HP quality standards, for: Delivery of the service at a mutually scheduled time convenient to your organization Availability of an HP service specialist to answer basic questions during the onsite delivery of this service Custom installation as detailed in "Delivery specifications" or in a Statement of Work (SOW) Verification prior to installation that all service prerequisites are met http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/5982-7572ENN.pdf

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Optional Services
Optional HP Care Pack Services that will enhance your HP product experience
3-Year HP Hardware Support Onsite Call-to-Repair (CTR) Service, 6- or 24-hour As an alternative to our recommended support level, for customers who need committed call-to-repair for server hardware. Provides your IT manager with a team of support specialists who will quickly begin troubleshooting the system to help return the hardware to operating condition within 6 or 24 hours of the initial service request to the HP Global Solution Center. http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/5981-6636ENN 3-Year HP Support Plus 24 As an alternative to our recommended support level, for customers who need access to responsive 24x7 hardware and software support plus software updates on HP and selected third party products: For a higher return on your server and storage technology, our 3-year combined reactive support service delivers integrated onsite hardware/software support services available 24x7x365, including access to HP technical resources, 4-hour response onsite hardware support and software updates. http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/5981-6638EEE HP Proactive Select Service Customer needs on demand access to consulting, technical proactive services and education courses Provides a flexible way to purchase HP best-in-class consultancy and technical services. You can buy Proactive Select Service Credits when you purchase your hardware and then use the credits over the next 12 months. http://h20195.www2.hp.com/V2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA2-3842ENN

eSupport

HP eSupport is a portfolio of technology-based services that assist you with managing your business environment - from the desktop to the data center. Support Portal The HP support portal provides one-stop access to the information, tools and services you need to manage the daily operations of your IT environment. include: Features include Access to self-solve tools (including search technical knowledge base) Efficient logging and tracking of support cases Collaboration with other business and IT professionals Download of patches and drivers Access to diagnostic tools Proactive notification of relevant information Access to certain features of the support portal requires an HP service agreement. To access the support portal, visit: http://www.hp.com/support HP Insight Remote Support software delivers secure remote support for your HP Servers and Storage, 24 DA - 12519 North America Version 22 January 31, 2011 Page 6
X 7, so you can spend less time solving problems and more time focused on your business. You can have your systems remotely monitored for hardware failure using secure technology that's been proven at thousands of companies around the world. In many cases, you can avoid problems before they occur.
Customer Technical Training
In today's cost-conscious business environment, IT professionals, developers, consultants and users face an interesting challenge: how to keep up with the latest technologies and expand important skills while delivering profitable results on current projects. To help address this challenge, HP offers innovative training solutions that help keep you up-to-date on virtualization, server, storage, Insight Control, Citrix, Microsoft and open source/Linux-related topics-while spending less time away from business-critical activities.

HP Services Awards

HP Technology Services continues to be recognized for service and support excellence by customers, partners, industry organizations and publications around the world. Recent honors and award reflect our services team's dedications, technical expertise, professionalism and uncompromising commitment to customer satisfaction.
Additional Services Information
To learn more on HP ProLiant servers, HP BladeSystem servers and HP StorageWorks storage products, please contact your HP sales representative or HP Authorized Channel Partner. Or visit: www.hp.com/services/proliant or www.hp.com/services/bladesystem or http://www.hp.com/hps/storage

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Related Options
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455880-B21 447047-B21 438031-B21 451438-B21 451439-B21 410916-B21 438030-B21 406740-B21 516733-B21 498358-B21

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Technical Specifications
General Specifications Network processor Data rate
Bus type Form factor IEEE Compliance Power and Environmental Operating Specifications Non-operating Power requirement Emissions classification Agency approvals
Broadcom 5715S Two ports, each at 2 Gbps full duplex (theoretical maximum). NOTE: The NC326m adapter transmits from the server at only 2 Gbps full duplex per port. x4 PCI Express 1.0 Type I mezzanine card compatible with all ProLiant c-Class server mezzanine slots 802.1p, 802.1Q, 802.3, 802.3ad, and 802.3x 50 - 95 F (10 - 35 C) Temperature 10% to 90% non-condensing Humidity Temperature Humidity Maximum 15 Watts FCC Class A USA Canada Japan Korea Australia European Union -40 to 158 F (-40 to 70 C) 5% to 95% non-condensing
FCC (CFR 47 part 15) and UL 60950 ICES-003 and CSA60950 VCCI MIC (RRL), EMC Registration ACA, AS/NZS3548/EN55022:1998, EN55024:1998 EN55022:1998 (CISPR 22), EN55024:1998, and IEC60950:1999 (EN60950:2000)

RoHS Compliance Safety

Operating System Support
5 of 6 UL Mark (USA and Canada) CE Mark EN 60590 Microsoft Windows 2003 and 2008 (32-bit and 64-bit) Red Hat Enterprise Linux SUSE Linux Enterprise Server Novell NetWare 6.5 Novell Open Enterprise Server x86

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Environment-friendly Products and Approach End-of-life Management and Recycling
Hewlett-Packard offers end-of-life HP product return, trade-in, and recycling programs in many geographic areas. For trade-in information, please go to http://www.hp.com/go/green. To recycle your product, please go to: http://www.hp.com/go/green or contact your nearest HP sales office. Products returned to HP will be recycled, recovered or disposed of in a responsible manner. The EU WEEE directive (2002/95/EC) requires manufacturers to provide treatment information for each product type for use by treatment facilities. This information (product disassembly instructions) is posted on the Hewlett Packard web site at: http://www.hp.com/go/green. These instructions may be used by recyclers and other WEEE treatment facilities as well as HP OEM customers who integrate and re-sell HP equipment.

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