Product Type | Virtual Interface Card |
Form Factor | Plug-In Card |
Compatible Form Factor | C-Series mLOM slot |
Secure Boot Support | Yes |
Weight | Approximately 0.2 lbs (90 g) |
Power Consumption | Up to 20 Watts |
Cisco VIC 15427 4x 10/25/50G mLOM C-Series w/Secure Boot



Key Benefits

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- Delivers scalable high-speed networking with 4 ports supporting up to 50 Gbps, ideal for modern data demands
- Secure boot feature ensures integrity and trusted firmware execution, critical for enterprise-grade deployments
- Compact form factor and plug-in design streamline integration into existing Cisco C-Series infrastructures
Product Overview
The Cisco VIC 15427 is a powerful virtual interface card designed for C-Series mLOM platforms. It features four 10/25/50 Gbps ports, supporting Gigabit Ethernet protocols to ensure high-speed performance in virtualized environments. Its compact 2.5 x 6.6 x 0.53-inch form factor allows for seamless integration into space-limited systems. With secure boot functionality and TAA compliance, the card is well-suited for secure and regulated environments. Built for scalability and speed, the VIC 15427 is an efficient solution for data centers and enterprise networks seeking upgrade flexibility and secure connectivity.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 2.5 inch |
Depth | 6.6 inch |
Height | 0.53 inch |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F) |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 10% – 90% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 5% – 95% (non-condensing) |
Cooling | Air-cooled via system airflow |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco Intersight (via host integration) |
Driver Support | Cisco UCS Drivers and Firmware |
Firmware Upgradable | Yes |
Cloud Managed | No |
Interfaces
Number of Ports | 4 |
Supported Speeds per Port | 10/25/50 Gbps |
Data Transfer Rate | 50 Gbps |
Interface Type | mLOM (modular LAN on motherboard) |
Media Type Supported | Optical / Twinax |
Host Interface | PCI Express 3.0 x16 (via mLOM) |
Transport Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Data Link Protocol | 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 25 Gigabit Ethernet, 50 Gigabit Ethernet |
Port Connector Type | SFP28/QSFP+ |
FCoE Support | Yes |
SR-IOV Support | Yes |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | China |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
EMC Standards | EN55032, EN55024, FCC Part 15 Class A |
Safety Approvals | UL, CSA, IEC/EN 60950-1 |
Certifications | CE, FCC, UL, RoHS, REACH |
Advanced Security Features
Secure Boot | Yes |
Hardware Root of Trust | Yes |
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) | Supported (via UCS Manager) |
Firmware Integrity Verification | Yes |