Product Type | Network Adapter |
Model | HPE 10/25GbE 2-Port SFP28 MCX512F-ACAT Adapter |
Form Factor | Plug-in card (low-profile and full-height brackets included) |
Manufacturer Part Number | P10109-B21 |
Weight | 136 g |
Power Consumption | 8.7 Watts (typical) |
Processor | Mellanox ConnectX-5 EN |
Supported Platforms | HPE ProLiant DL/ML/XL servers |
HPE 10/25GbE 2-Port SFP28 MCX512F-ACAT Adapter




Key Benefits

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- Supports both 10Gb and 25Gb Ethernet, offering scalable performance for evolving bandwidth needs
- TAA compliance ensures suitability for federal and public sector applications
- Compact dual-port SFP28 design maximizes server connectivity in dense environments
Product Overview
The HPE 10/25GbE 2p SFP28 MCX512F Adapter, part number P10109-B21, is engineered to deliver high-throughput Ethernet connectivity for enterprise and data center applications. Equipped with dual-port SFP28 interfaces, it supports both 10Gb and 25Gb Ethernet speeds, accommodating flexible networking configurations. This adapter is TAA compliant, ensuring eligibility for government and public sector procurements.
Ideal for bandwidth-intensive workloads, this HP networking solution is well-suited to virtualization, high-performance computing, and cloud architecture. It enables scalable performance with minimal latency, making it a reliable core component in modern IT infrastructures. With compatibility for standard SFP28 connections and dependable manufacturing from Czechia, the MCX512F helps organizations maintain uptime and streamline network performance.
This adapter is designed for integration into HPE ProLiant systems and other compatible server platforms requiring high-speed networking in a compact form factor. Although limited specification data is available, its dual-port SFP28 configuration and compliant design suggest a robust and versatile solution for evolving enterprise network demands.
Specifications
Product Overview
Advanced Security Features
SR-IOV Support | Yes |
Stateless Offloads | TC, LSO, GSO, GRO, IP csum offload, VLAN filtering |
TCP/UDP/IP Checksum Offload | Yes |
Receive Side Scaling (RSS) | Yes |
Secure Boot Support | Yes |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D) | 6.89 x 1.57 in (175 x 40 mm) |
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% to 85% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Airflow Requirements | 200 LFM minimum |
Interfaces
Ports | 2 x SFP28 |
Interface Type | PCI Express 3.0 x8 |
Port Speed | 10GbE / 25GbE |
Supported Transceivers | SFP28, SFP+ |
Data Transfer Rate per Port | 25 Gbps |
Network Technology | 10/25 Gigabit Ethernet |
Host Interface | PCIe Gen3 x8 |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Management Compatibility | Compatible with HPE OneView and HPE InfoSight |
Licensing Requirements | No licensing required |
Out-of-box Management | Host-based configuration via supported OS |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Czechia |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | FCC, CE, ICES, VCCI, RCM, BSMI, KCC |
Green Compliant | Yes |