IBM Ethernet NIC Cards in Bangladesh — High‑Speed Network Connectivity for Enterprise Servers

IBM Ethernet NIC (Network Interface Controller) Cards are enterprise‑grade networking components designed to provide reliable, high‑speed connectivity for IBM and Lenovo servers. These NICs enable secure data transmission, virtualization support, and scalable network performance in modern data center environments.

At Datacom Technologies BD, we supply genuine IBM Ethernet NIC cards, fully compatibility‑verified for IBM System x, IBM BladeCenter, IBM Power Systems, and Lenovo ThinkSystem servers — backed by expert support and local service in Bangladesh.

Buy IBM Ethernet NIC Cards in Bangladesh at Best Price

We offer authentic IBM server NICs with:

• Verified compatibility with IBM & Lenovo servers

• Support for 1GbE, 10GbE, 25GbE, and 40GbE

• Genuine FRU part numbers

• Competitive pricing in BDT

• Local warranty & after‑sales support

• Contact us for real‑time stock and updated pricing.

Who Uses IBM Ethernet NIC Cards in Bangladesh (BD)?

These networking cards are widely used by:

• Enterprise IT infrastructure teams

• Data center administrators

• Cloud & virtualization engineers

• Banks and financial institutions

• Government organizations

• Telecom & ISP server operations

They are essential for secure and high‑performance enterprise networking.

Popular IBM Ethernet NIC Cards Models, Part Numbers & Server Compatibility at Datacom

IBM Ethernet NIC Cards — Models, Part Numbers & Compatibility

IBM Dual-Port Gigabit Ethernet Server Adapter – Intel I340-T2

• Part Number: 49Y4230 / 49Y4232

• Description: Dual-port 1 GbE RJ-45 PCIe Ethernet adapter based on Intel I340-T2 chipset.

• Ports & Speed: 2× 10/100/1000 Mbps

• Compatibility:
  • IBM System x servers with PCIe slots (e.g., x3550/x3650 families)
  • Common in Gen3/Gen4 x-series servers

• Use Case: Standard dual-LAN connectivity for Linux/Windows workloads.

IBM Quad-Port Gigabit Ethernet Adapter – Intel I340-T4

• Part Number: 49Y4240 / 49Y4241 / 49Y4242 / 94Y5167

• Description: Quad-port 1 GbE RJ-45 PCIe Ethernet card using Intel I340-T4 chipset.

• Ports & Speed: 4× 10/100/1000 Mbps

• Compatibility:
  • System x PCIe-enabled servers (x3550, x3650, x3500 series)
  • Useful in virtualization or multi-network segmentation

• Use Case: High-port-density 1 GbE adapter.

IBM Dual-Port Gigabit Ethernet – Broadcom NetXtreme I

• Part Number: 90Y9370 / 90Y9373

• Description: Dual-port 1 GbE adapter from Broadcom family, OEM-branded by IBM.

• Ports & Speed: 2× 10/100/1000 Mbps

• Compatibility:
  • System x servers supporting PCIe adapters
  • Widely supported under Linux/Windows with Broadcom drivers

• Use Case: Enterprise NIC option with Broadcom silicon.

IBM Quad-Port Gigabit Ethernet – Broadcom NetXtreme I

• Part Number: 90Y9352 / 90Y9355

• Description: Quad-port 1 GbE NIC, good for heavy VM or multiple network segments.

• Ports & Speed: 4× 1 GbE

• Compatibility:
  • PCIe servers like x3650 M3/M4, x3550, x3500 (PCIe slots)

• Use Case: Multi-LAN connectivity on a single card.

IBM Dual-Port 10 GbE SFP+ Adapter – Intel X520-DA2

• Part Number: 49Y7960 / 49Y7962

• Description: Dual-port 10 Gb Ethernet NIC with SFP+ optics/copper support.

• Ports & Speed: 2× 10 GbE (SFP+)

• Compatibility:
  • PCIe x8/PCIe x16 slots on newer System x servers
  • Requires compatible switch optics (SFP+ DAC or optical modules)

• Use Case: High-speed network connectivity, clustered compute, storage.

IBM Dual-Port 10GBase-T Adapter – Intel X540-T2

• Part Number: 49Y7970 / 49Y7972

• Description: Dual-port 10 GbE RJ-45 card for copper cabling.

• Ports & Speed: 2× 10 GbE

• Compatibility:
  • System x with PCIe slots and support for 10Gbase-T
  • Works with CAT6A/CAT7 cabling (up to 100 m)

• Use Case: Easier 10GbE deployment with copper infrastructure.

IBM Dual-Port 1 Gb PCI-X Ethernet Adapter

• Part Number: 00E0826

• Description: Dual-port 1 GbE (RJ-45) for older PCI-X servers (legacy).

• Ports & Speed: 2× 1 GbE

• Compatibility:
  • Older IBM xSeries servers using PCI-X slots (pre-PCIe era)

• Use Case: Adds network ports to legacy xSeries systems.

IBM Flex / Blade Ethernet Mezzanine Adapter (1 GbE)

• Part Number: 49Y7902

• Description: Mezzanine-form Ethernet card used inside blade/flex chassis.

• Ports & Speed: Typically dual 1 GbE

• Compatibility:
  • IBM Flex System / Blade chassis (with appropriate mezzanine slot)
  • Examples: Flex x222, x240, blade compute nodes

• Use Case: Internal blade network connectivity.

IBM Flex / Blade 10 GbE Mezzanine Adapter

• Part Number: 46M6055 (example)

• Description: High-speed 10 Gb Ethernet mezzanine card for blade platforms.

• Ports & Speed: 2× 10 GbE (SFP+ / direct attach)

• Compatibility:
  • Flex System / Blade chassis with 10GbE support

• Use Case: Enhanced blade network throughput.

IBM OCP (Open Compute) Ethernet Adapter (various)

• Part Numbers: Vary by module family (e.g., 01AJ160, etc.)

• Description: OCP NIC options for modern servers (e.g., 10/25/50 GbE variants).

• Compatibility:
  • Newer Lenovo/IBM rack servers with OCP slot support

• Use Case: Modern dense network adapter standard.

Key Compatibility Notes

PCIe vs PCI-X vs Mezzanine:

• Modern servers predominantly use PCIe gen2/gen3 NICs.

• Older xSeries utilize PCI-X adapters like 00E0826.

• Blade / Flex platforms use mezzanine NIC form factor, not standard PCIe.

Compatibility Summary (Quick)

Additional Notes

• Driver Support: For older NICs, ensure proper OS driver support (Linux/Windows).

• 10GbE Options: Require matching infrastructure (SFP+/DAC/optics or 10GBase-T switches).

• Blade Mezzanine: Form factor differs from PCIe — must match chassis connector.

Latest IBM Ethernet NIC Card Price in Bangladesh (2025 / 2026)

Pricing depends on:

• Speed (1G / 10G / 25G / 40G)

• Port count (Single / Dual / Quad Port)

• PCIe generation

• Server model compatibility

• New vs refurbished condition

IBM Ethernet NIC Price Table (Estimated — BDT)

Contact Datacom Technologies BD for accurate pricing.

What Are IBM Ethernet NIC Cards?

IBM Ethernet NIC cards:

• Provide wired network connectivity

• Support high‑bandwidth data transfer

• Enable virtualization features (SR‑IOV, VLAN tagging)

• Improve redundancy and failover

• Integrate with enterprise networking infrastructure

They are critical for server communication and data center networking.

Types of IBM Ethernet NIC Cards

1GbE NIC Cards

• Basic enterprise networking

• Suitable for general workloads

10GbE NIC Cards

• High‑speed virtualization and database environments

• Common in enterprise data centers

25GbE / 40GbE NIC Cards

• Ultra‑high bandwidth networking

• Ideal for cloud, AI, and high‑performance computing

Mezzanine NIC Cards (Blade Servers)

• Designed for IBM BladeCenter

• Compact form factor expansion

Key Benefits of Genuine IBM NIC Cards

• Stable and high‑speed connectivity

• Enterprise‑grade reliability

• Supports virtualization & cloud environments

• Optimized firmware compatibility

• Redundant networking capability

Compatibility & Buying Guide

Before purchasing:

✔ Confirm your exact IBM or Lenovo server model
✔ Check PCIe slot type and generation
✔ Select required network speed
✔ Verify SFP+ / RJ45 / QSFP interface
✔ Match FRU part number

Our technical team verifies compatibility before shipment.

Warranty & After‑Sales Support

Datacom Technologies BD provides:

• Compatibility verification

• Network configuration assistance

• Firmware guidance

• Local warranty (where applicable)

• Remote & on‑site support

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I upgrade my IBM server to 10GbE or higher?
Yes — if your server has compatible PCIe slots and firmware support.

What is the difference between RJ45 and SFP+ NICs?
RJ45 uses copper Ethernet cables, while SFP+ uses fiber or DAC cables for higher performance.

Are these genuine IBM NIC cards?
Yes — all NICs are authenticity‑verified and compatibility‑checked.

Where to Buy IBM Ethernet NIC Cards in Bangladesh

Datacom Technologies BD is a trusted supplier of IBM server NIC cards, enterprise networking components, and data center hardware across Bangladesh.



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