Product Brief

Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter Network Connectivity
Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter
10 Gigabit BASE-T Ethernet Server Adapters Designed for Multi-Core Processors and Optimized for Virtualization
10 Gigabit Performance at the Low Cost of Copper
This 10 Gigabit AT2 Ethernet Server Adapter showcases Intels second-generation standards-based 10GBASE-T adapter in a low-profile PCI Express* form factor. It provides bandwidthintensive applications highly affordable 10 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) network performance with cost-effective RJ-45 connections for distances up to 100 meters. High-speed server connectivity once reserved for costly, proprietary technologies such as High Performance Computing (HPC) clusters and grid-based computing can now be achieved with the standardized connectivity of the Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter. Intels adapter also provides 1000BASE-T support for gigabit connections to legacy switches. MSI-X enables more efficient response times and application performance. CPU utilization can be lowered further through stateless offloads such as TCP segmentation offload, header replications/splitting, and Direct Cache Access (DCA).
Next-Generation 10 Gigabit Performance
10 Gigabit Ethernet has moved past the early adoption stage and is rapidly becoming mainstay for backbones within enterprise and service provider networks. The escalating deployments of servers with multi-core processors and demanding applications such as HPC, database clusters, and video on demand are driving the need for 10 Gigabit connections. Based on the Intel 82598EB 10 Gigabit Ethernet Controller, this next-generation Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter is designed to meet the throughput requirements of bandwidth-hungry applications.
The Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter is optimized for virtualized environments, supporting multiple queues, alleviating I/O bottlenecks between virtual machines. Virtual Machine Device Queue (VMDq) technology offloads data sorting and data copying from the Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) software layer to the hardware, improving overall throughput and CPU utilization on virtualized servers. Additionally, the Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter enables Intel QuickData Technology1 for faster I/O processing on Quad-Core and Dual-Core Intel Xeon processor-based servers. Conserve valuable PCI Express (PCIe*) server slots while adding 10 Gigabit Ethernet capability with the Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter. The dedicated input/output (I/O) bandwidth of PCIe ensures priority performance on each port without bus sharing for 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, as well as a low-profile design, which improves server throughput and rack density at the same time. In addition, eight-lane PCIe enables maximum bandwidth for fast and efficient data transfer.
Performance-Enhancing Features for Multi-Core Environments
When implemented within multi-core processor environments, the Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter offers advanced networking features, Intel I/O Acceleration Technology (Intel I/OAT), for efficient distribution of Ethernet workloads across CPU cores. Load balancing of interrupts using
Advances for Storage Over Ethernet
The fast growth in storage capacity coupled with server virtualization has brought the need for Storage Area Network (SAN) to the forefront. To satisfy this growing demand, Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapters support iSCSI acceleration through Intel I/OAT and provide advanced features for unified networking. Fast and reliable networked storage can be achieved via native iSCSI support with Microsoft, Linux,* and VMware operating systems as well as support for iSCSI remote boot.

Companion Products

Consider these Intel products in your server and network planning: ntel Ethernet Server Adapter X520 Series for 10GbE SFP+ I PCIe v2.0 (5 GT/s) performance Intel PRO/1000 Server Adapters opper or fiber-optic network connectivity, up to C four ports per card olutions for PCI Express, PCI-X,* and PCI interfaces S ntel PRO/1000 Desktop Adapters for PCI Express I and PCI interfaces Other Intel PRO Desktop and Server Adapters Intel Xeon Processors Intel Server Boards

Order Code

Single unit: E10G41AT2

Features

Intel 82598EB 10 Gigabit Ethernet Controller Low-profile Load balancing on multiple CPUs Intel QuickData Technology1

Benefits

ndustry-leading, energy-efficient design for next-generation 10 Gigabit performance I and multi-core processors nables higher bandwidth and throughput from standard and low-profile PCIe slots and servers E ncreases performance on multi-processor systems by efficiently balancing network loads across I CPU cores when used with Receive-Side Scaling from Microsoft or Scalable I/O on Linux* MA Engine: enhances data acceleration across the platform (network, chipset, processor), D thereby lowering CPU utilization irect Cache Access (DCA): allows the processor to pre-fetch the data from memory, thereby D avoiding cache misses and improving service level agreements (SLA) of the applications rovides centralized Storage Area Network (SAN) management at a lower cost than competing P iSCSI solutions Minimizes the overhead of interrupts Allows load balancing of interrupt handling between different cores/CPUs llows the efficient routing of packets to the correct target machine in a virtualized environment A using multiple hardware queues Ensures transmit fairness and prevents head-of-line blocking bility to toggle between the interrupt aggregation and non-aggregation mode based on the type A of data being transferred Enhances network performance and reduces CPU utilization in the virtualized environment educes I/O overhead on the hypervisor in a virtualized server by performing data sorting and R coalescing in the network silicon Efficient packet prioritization Enables widespread deployment Allows each PCI Express* slot port to operate without interfering with the other Reduces support costs with remote management based on industry-wide standards Ensures compatibility with cable lengths up to 100 meters ompliant with the European Union directive (effective as of July 2006) to reduce the use C of hazardous materials rovides point-and-click power over individual adapters, advanced adapter features, connection P teaming, and Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) configuration acked by an Intel limited lifetime warranty, 90-day money-back guarantee (U.S. and Canada), B and worldwide support

iSCSI remote boot support MSI-X support Virtual Machine Device queues (VMDq)
Low latency Optimized queues: 32 Transmit (Tx) and 64 Receive (Rx) per port Network packet handling without waiting or buffer overflow Support for most Network Operating Systems (NOS) Compatible with x8 and x16 standard and low-profile PCI Express* slots Remote management support RJ-45 connections over category-6A cabling RoHS-compliant,2 lead-free3 technology Intel PROSet Utility for Microsoft Windows* Device Manager Intel backing

Specifications

General
Product code Connector Cabling E10G41AT2 RJ-45 Copper Category-6A

Intel Backing

Limited lifetime warranty 90-day, money-back guarantee (U.S. and Canada)

Adapter Product Features

Intel PROSet Utility for easy configuration and management Intel lead-free3 technology Plug and play specification support Intel I/OAT including QuickData Includes a full-height bracket RoHS2 Cabling Distance 10GBASE-T 1000BASE-T Receive-side scaling VMDq
Advanced Software Features
Standard Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) Switch Fault Tolerance (SFT) Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB) Teaming support IEEE 802.3ad5 (link aggregation control protocol) PCIe Hot Plug/Active Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) IEEE 802.1Q VLANs 100 m on Cat-6A, 55 m on Cat-m on Cat-5e, Cat-6 or Cat-6A In a virtualized environment, packets dedicated to different virtual machines can be routed to different queues, thus easing the routing of these packets to the target machine 6 exact-matched packets 1 (unicast or multicast) 096-bit hash filter for 4 multicast frames romiscuous (unicast and multicast) P transfer mode support ptional filtering of invalid frames O The I/O device activates a pre-fetch engine in the CPU that loads the data into the CPU cache ahead of time, before use, eliminating cache misses and reducing CPU load IEEE 802.flow control support
Tx/Rx IP, TCP, & UDP checksum offloading (IPv4, IPv6) capabilities (Transmission control protocol (TCP), User Datagram Protocol (UDP), Internet Protocol (IP)) IEEE 802.1p TCP segmentation/large send offload

Advanced packet filtering (per port)
MSI -X supports Multiple Independent Queues Interrupt moderation IPv6 offloading Checksum and segmentation capability extended to new standard packet type

Technical Features

Data rate(s) supported per port Bus type Bus width Bus speed (x8, encoded rate) 1 Gigabit and 10 Gigabit PCI Express 2.0 (2.5 Gtps) x8 lane PCI Express, operable in x8 and x16 slots 20 Gbps uni-directional; 40 Gbps bi-directional INTA, MSI, MSI-X FCC B, UL, CE, VCCI, BSMI, CTICK, KCC Intel 82598EB 15.5 W Typical 150 LFM 0 C to 55 C (32 F to 131 F) -40 C to 70 C (-40 F to 158 F) 90% non-condensing relative humidity at 35 C LINK (solid) and ACTIVITY (blinking)
Direct Cache Access (DCA)

Network Management

Wired for Management (WfM) baseline v2.0 enabled for servers DMI 2.0 support, Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) and SNMP Remote Installation Services (RIS) PXE 2.0 enabled through boot Read-Only Memory (ROM)
Interrupt levels Hardware certifications Controller-processor Typical power consumption Air flow Operating temperature Storage temperature Storage humidity LED indicators
Network Operating Systems (NOS) Software Support
Microsoft Windows Server 2003* Microsoft Vista* Microsoft Windows Virtual Server 2005* Red Hat Enterprise 4* or later SUSE SLES 10* or later, Professional 9.2 or later FreeBSD 5.x* or later VMware ESX 3.x* support Fedora* EFI 1.1

Physical Dimensions

Length Width Height of end bracket 16.74 cm (6.59 in) 6.89 cm (2.71 in) PCI Express standard, 12 cm (4.725 in); PCI Express low-profile, 7.92 cm (3.12 in)

Network-Ready Servers

Top PC and server manufacturers offer Intel adapters in their new products. Specify or ask for Intel Network Connections with your next PC, server, or mobile PC purchase. For a list of preferred suppliers, visit us at www.intel.com/buy/networking/ adapters.htm.

For Product Information

To speak to a customer service representative regarding Intel products, please call 1-800-538-3373 (U.S. and Canada) or visit support.intel.com/support/go/network/contact.htm for the telephone number in your area. For additional product information on Intel Networking Connectivity products, visit www.intel.com/network/connectivity.

Customer Support

Intel Customer Support Services offers a broad selection of programs including phone support and warranty service. For more information, contact us at support.intel.com/support/go/network/ adapter/home.htm. Service and availability may vary by country.
To see the full line of Intel Network Adapters for PCI Express, visit www.intel.com/network/connectivity
1Intel QuickData Technology requires operating system support. 2Lead and other materials banned in RoHS Directive are either (1) below all applicable substance thresholds the EU or (2) an approved/pending exemption applies. 3Lead has not been intentionally added, but lead may still exist as an impurity below 1000 ppm, or an approved RoHS exemption applies. 4Intel VMDq requires operating system support. 5Available only when used with a capable switch. INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH INTEL PRODUCTS. NO LICENSE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, BY ESTOPPEL OR OTHERWISE, TO ANY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IS GRANTED BY THIS DOCUMENT. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN INTELS TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE FOR SUCH PRODUCTS, INTEL ASSUMES NO LIABILITY WHATSOEVER, AND INTEL DISCLAIMS ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, RELATING TO SALE AND/OR USE OF INTEL PRODUCTS INCLUDING LIABILITY OR WARRANTIES RELATING TO FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, MERCHANTABILITY, OR INFRINGEMENT OF ANY PATENT, COPYRIGHT OR OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHT. UNLESS OTHERWISE AGREED IN WRITING BY INTEL, THE INTEL PRODUCTS ARE NOT DESIGNED NOR INTENDED FOR ANY APPLICATION IN WHICH THE FAILURE OF THE INTEL PRODUCT COULD CREATE A SITUATION WHERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH MAY OCCUR. Intel may make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time, without notice. Designers must not rely on the absence or characteristics of any features or instructions marked reserved or undefined. Intel reserves these for future definition and shall have no responsibility whatsoever for conflicts or incompatibilities arising from future changes to them. The information here is subject to change without notice. Do not finalize a design with this information. products described in this document may contain design defects or errors known as errata which may cause the product to deviate from published specifications. The Current characterized errata are available on request. Contact your local Intel sales office or your distributor to obtain the latest specifications and before placing your product order. Copies of documents which have an order number and are referenced in this document, or other Intel literature, may be obtained by calling 1-800-548-4725, or by visiting Intels Web Site at http://www.intel.com/. Copyright 2009 Intel Corporation. All rights reserved. Intel, the Intel logo, and Xeon are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. *Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others. Printed in USA 0809/TAR/OCG/XX/PDF Please Recycle 318349-003US

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Product Change Notification
Change Notification #: Change Title: 109561 - 00 Intel 10 Gigabit AT Server Adapters; EXPX9501AT MM#893853 (Copper Pond Retail) and EXPX9501ATGP5 MM#893130 (Copper Pond OEM generic) PCN 109561-00 Product Discontinuance End of Life September 17, 2009

Date of Publication:

Key Characteristics of the Change:

Product Discontinuance

Forecasted Key Milestones:
Orders are Non-Cancelable and Non-Returnable After: Last Product Discontinuance Order Date: Last Product Discontinuance Shipment Date: Mar 17, 2010 Dec 17, 2009 Mar 17, 2010
Description of Change to the Customer:
The Intel 10 Gigabit AT Server Adapters; EXPX9501AT MM#893853 (Copper Pond Retail) and EXPX9501ATGP5 MM#893130 (Copper Pond OEM generic) will End of Life.
Intel Server Adapter Product Transition Announcement
Intel is pleased to announce significant enhancements to its 10 Gigabit BASE-T Ethernet Server Adapter! The Intel 10 Gigabit AT Server Adapter (EXPX9501AT, EXPX9501ATGP5) will End of Life as we transition to the Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter (E10G41AT2/E10G41AT2G1P5). The new Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter is an enhanced version of the Intel 10 Gigabit AT Server Adapter. Using significantly less power, AT2 delivers increased margin on the 100 meter reach. Lower power generates less heat, allowing Intel to eliminate the fan from the new design. Additionally, this adapter is priced to help lower the cost of deploying 10GBASE-T in the data center. Based on the Intel Gigabit Ethernet controller, the Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter is designed to meet the throughput and

latency requirements of bandwidth-hungry applications. In addition, the adapter is designed with performance-enhancing features for multicore processors and optimizations for virtualization. High-speed server connectivity - once reserved for costly, proprietary technologies such as HPC clusters - can now be achieved with the standardized connectivity of the Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter. Intel's adapter also provides 1000BASE-T support for gigabit connections to legacy switches. Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter Key Improvements: Increased margin on 100 meter reach Lower Power Consumption Runs Cooler No fan More robust performance The new Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter will begin shipping by September 25, 2009. Backlog orders are being accepted now.
Customer Impact of Change and Recommended Action:
Customers should place last time orders of the EXPX9501AT/EXPX9501ATGP5 by December 17th, 2009, with Last Shipment Date of March 17th, 2010. Orders are Non-Cancelable and Non-Returnable after March 17th, 2010. Customers currently purchasing the Intel 10 Gigabit AT Server Adapter should transition now to the Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter. Please add the Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter to your ordering system. Please contact your local Intel Field Sales Representative if you have any further questions about the Product Transition or End of Life process.
Products Affected / Intel Ordering Codes:
Product Name Product Code MM# Recommended Replacement Product Name 893130 Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter (Copper Pond OEM generic) 893853 Intel 10 Gigabit AT2 Server Adapter (Copper Pond Retail) Recommended Replacement Product Code E10G41AT2G1P5 Recommended Recommended Replacement Replacement MM# Note 903753 Min Order Qty 5
Intel 10 Gigabit AT Server Adapter (Copper Pond OEM generic) Intel 10 Gigabit AT Server Adapter (Copper Pond Retail)

EXPX9501ATGP5

EXPX9501AT

E10G41AT2

903752

Min Order Qty 1

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Date of Revision: September 17, 2009