StarTech.com PEX40GQSFDPI - Server NIC Card 40G Dual-Port QSFP+
StarTech.com PEX40GQSFDPI - Server NIC Card 40G Dual-Port QSFP+
Overview
Add two high-bandwidth 40 Gigabit fiber Ethernet ports to your server or workstation, using the QSFP+ transceiver of your choice
Get fast, high-bandwidth connectivity with this dual-port QSFP+ Network Interface Card. It adds two open QSFP+ slots to your server or workstation. The 40G NIC features an Intel® controller and provides redundant network links with reliable performance. It’s ideal for high-demand database servers, virtualized servers and agile data centers that require infrastructure updates with no downtime.
Increase your network speed
This dual port QSFP+ server NIC card lets you take advantage of the speed and stability of a 40 Gigabit network, with data transfers of up to 40Gbps.
Add redundant connections in zero-downtime environments
With two QSFP+ ports, the PCIe NIC helps to prevent network downtime by adding fault-tolerant connections using two modules, to provide high-bandwidth network links to your mission-critical servers or workstations.
Add scalable network connections
With its open QSFP+ slots, the network interface card supports QSFP+ transceiver modules and is compatible with multimode and single-mode fiber, providing a scalable networking solution.
Enhance your network capabilities
The 40G NIC uses an Intel XL710 chipset providing reliable connectivity and convergent network features. It offers many advanced features including Intel Virtualization Technology for Connectivity.
Enhance Productivity and Device Management with the StarTech.com Connectivity Tools Application
Developed to improve performance and security, StarTech.com Connectivity Tools is the only software suite on the market that works with a wide range of IT connectivity accessories. The software suite includes:
• Mac Address Pass-Through Utility : To improve network security.
• Wi-Fi Auto Switch Utility : Enabling users to quickly access faster network speeds via wired LAN.
For more information and to download the StarTech.com Connectivity Tools application, please visit: www.StarTech.com/Connectivity-Tools
The PEX40GQSFDPI is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
- DUAL QSFP+ NETWORK CARD: Two port 40GbE converged network adapter for redundancy or can be aggregated for demanding applications; Data Center Bridging (DCB), virtualization & iSCSI offload support
- TECH SPECS: 2x 40 Gbps Open QSFP+ Ports /MSA Compliant / Intel XL710 Chip /MMF & SMF Fiber Support / PCIe 3.0 x8 / PXE Boot / 9K Jumbo Frames / VLAN / Full & low profile / 2 Yr. Warranty
- TESTED & VERIFIED PERFORMANCE: We use Spirent SmartBits to validate performance of this 40 Gigabit Ethernet Card; compatible w/ leading servers like Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant & Lenovo ThinkSystem
- FLEXIBLE: Use MSA compliant QSFP+ or direct attach cable (DAC) supporting different fiber types w/this 40GbE PCI Express NIC; works w/ leading brands of switches, routers, & devices like Cisco & HPE
- WIDE OS COMPATIBILITY: Network Interface Card works w/ Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11; Windows Server 2008 R2, 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019; Linux kernels 3.x + (LTS versions)
- CONNECTIVITY TOOLS: Provided with this device, the application improves performance and security, featuring MAC Address Changer & Wi-Fi Auto Switch utilities
Technical Specifications
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
|---|---|
| Host interface | PCI Express |
| Interface | Fiber |
| Fiber ports quantity | 2 |
| Fiber optic connector | QSFP+ |
| PCI version | 3.0 |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 40000 |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.1Q,IEEE 802.3ad,IEEE 802.3ba,IEEE 802.3x |
| Ethernet LAN | N |
| Fiber ethernet cabling technology | 40GBASE-LR4,40GBASE-SR4 |
| Full duplex | Y |
| Jumbo frames support | Y |
| Jumbo frames | 9000 |
| VLAN tagging | Y |
| Component for | PC/Server |
| Product colour | Black |
| Internal | Y |
| Chipset | Intel - XL710-BM2 |
| LED indicators | Activity,Link |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10,Windows 10 Education,Windows 10 Education x64,Windows 10 Enterprise,Windows 10 Enterprise x64,Windows 10 Home,Windows 10 Home x64,Windows 10 IOT Core,Windows 10 Pro,Windows 10 Pro x64,Windows 10 x64,Windows 11,Windows 11 x64,Windows 7,Windows 7 Enterprise,Windows 7 Enterprise x64,Windows 7 Home Basic,Windows 7 Home Basic x64,Windows 7 Home Premium,Windows 7 Home Premium x64,Windows 7 Professional,Windows 7 Professional x64,Windows 7 Starter,Windows 7 Starter x64,Windows 7 Ultimate,Windows 7 Ultimate x64,Windows 7 x64,Windows 8,Windows 8 Enterprise,Windows 8 Enterprise x64,Windows 8 Pro,Windows 8 Pro x64,Windows 8 x64,Windows 8.1,Windows 8.1 Enterprise,Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64,Windows 8.1 Pro,Windows 8.1 Pro x64,Windows 8.1 x64 |
| Linux operating systems supported | Y |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows Server 2008 R2,Windows Server 2012,Windows Server 2012 R2,Windows Server 2016,Windows Server 2019 |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 57 |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 85 |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95 |
| Sustainability compliance | Y |
| Width | 121 |
| Depth | 181 |
| Height | 21 |
| Weight | 127 |
| Low-profile bracket | Y |
| Package width | 145 |
| Package depth | 209 |
| Package height | 41 |
| Package weight | 212 |
| Compliance certificates | CE,RoHS |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85176990 |
| Master (outer) case width | 420 |
| Master (outer) case length | 440 |
| Master (outer) case height | 320 |
| Products per master (outer) case | 40 |
| Quick start guide | Y |
| Flow control support | Y |
Not happy? Return within 7 days of delivery for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging. Contact contact@kwtech.co.nz to arrange.
| Brand | StarTech.com |
|---|---|
| Product Type | B2B - Networking & Routing |
| Weight | 0.091 kg |
Shipping Information
- Free NZ-wide shipping on orders over $299
- Standard delivery 2–5 business days
- Rural delivery may take an additional 1–2 days
- Same-day dispatch for orders placed before 2pm (weekdays)
Returns Policy
- 7-day returns on unused items in original packaging
- Faulty or damaged products covered under warranty
- Contact our support team to initiate a return




