Product Type | Network Adapter |
Manufacturer | HPE |
Manufacturer Part Number | P06251-B21 |
Product Name | HPE IB HDR100/EN 100G 2P 940QSFP56 Network Adapter |
Family | Networking |
Category | Network Adapter |
Subcategory | Ethernet |
UPC | 190017297569 |
Form Factor | Stand up |
Power Consumption | Up to 27W |
Bus Type | PCI Express |
PCI Express Version | 3.0 x16 |
HPE IB HDR100/EN 100G 2P 940QSFP56 Network Adapter




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- Supports high-speed 100 Gbps throughput ideal for data-intensive applications
- Dual QSFP56 interfaces enable flexible deployment in high-density networking environments
- Backed by a 3-year warranty, ensuring long-term reliability and lower maintenance costs
Product Overview
The HPE IB HDR100/EN 100G 2P 940QSFP56 Adapter is a dual-port network card tailored for enterprise and high-performance computing needs. Supporting 100 Gbps per port over a PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface, it delivers substantial throughput for demanding environments. Featuring QSFP56 connectors and a stand-up form factor, the adapter offers enhanced compatibility with modern infrastructure. It is TAA compliant and comes with a 3-year warranty, providing peace of mind in mission-critical deployments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 24 inch |
Height | 10 inch |
Depth | 14 inch |
Weight | 0.45 lb (approx. 0.2 kg) |
Operating Temperature Range | 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F) |
Storage Temperature Range | -20°C to 85°C (-4°F to 185°F) |
Humidity Range (Operating) | 10% to 85% non-condensing |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Mellanox OFED Driver, HPE Smart Fabric Orchestrator support (select models/environments) |
Remote Management Support | Compatible with HPE OneView (via platform integration) |
Licensing Requirements | No license required for base functionality |
Interfaces
Interface Type | PCI Express 3.0 x16 |
Port Count | 2 |
Connector Type | QSFP56 |
Data Transfer Rate per Port | 100 Gbps |
Total Aggregate Bandwidth | 200 Gbps |
Supported Protocols | InfiniBand HDR100, Ethernet |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Transport Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
QSFP Ports | 2 x QSFP56 |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | Israel |
Certifications | RoHS, FCC Class A, ICES-003, VCCI, BSMI, CE, C-Tick |
Advanced Security Features
Secure Boot Support | Yes |
Hardware Root of Trust | Yes |
Tamper Detection | Yes |
Secure Firmware Update | Yes |
MACsec Support | No |