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Broadcom Dual-Port 25 Gb/s SFP28 Ethernet PCI Express 3 x8 Network Card

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Device Type: Network adapter / NIC
Form Factor: PCIe 3.0 ×8 card
Ports: 2 × 25 Gb/s SFP28 (backward-compatible with 10 Gb/s)
Connectivity: Wired Ethernet (SFP28/SFP+ fiber or DAC cable)
Speed: 25 GbE (also supports 10 GbE)
Features:
- Dual-port high-speed 25 GbE
- Works with SFP28 or SFP+ modules
- Supports offloads (checksum, LSO/TSO), multi-queue, SR-IOV
- Jumbo frames up to ~9 KB
- PXE / UEFI / iSCSI boot

Part Number: BCM957414A4142CC

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    Overview

    The Broadcom BCM957414A4142CC is a high-performance dual-port 25 Gb/s SFP28 Ethernet Network Interface Card designed for modern data centers, cloud environments, and high-throughput enterprise networks. With PCIe 3.0 x8 bandwidth, support for both 25 GbE and 10 GbE, and advanced offload and virtualization capabilities, it delivers fast, low-latency connectivity for demanding applications.

    Key Features & Detailed Analysis

    1. Dual-Port 25 GbE SFP28
    • Two 25 Gb/s SFP28 ports for high-speed, low-latency connectivity
    • Backward compatible with 10 Gb/s SFP+ modules and cables
    • Supports fiber-optic or direct-attach copper (DAC) cables
    2. PCIe 3.0 ×8 Interface
    • Provides stable, high-bandwidth throughput for 25 GbE networking
    • Ideal for modern servers requiring ultra-fast data movement
    3. Advanced Networking Features
    • Hardware offloads: checksum, LSO/TSO for improved CPU efficiency
    • Multi-queue support for smooth handling of large data workloads
    • SR-IOV virtualization for optimized VM networking
    • Jumbo frame support up to approximately 9 KB
    4. Network Boot Support
    • Compatible with PXE, UEFI, and iSCSI boot
    • Suitable for diskless servers and SAN-based deployments
    5. Enterprise-Ready Integration
    • PCIe 3.0 ×8 form factor fits standard server expansion slots
    • Built for stability and performance in data center environments

    Target Use Cases

    1. High-Performance Data Centers
    • Ideal for servers requiring 25 GbE top-of-rack connectivity
    2. Cloud & Virtualization Platforms
    • SR-IOV support makes it suitable for VM and container workloads
    3. High-Bandwidth Storage Networks
    • Excellent for iSCSI, NVMe-oF, and distributed storage systems
    4. HPC & AI/ML Clusters
    • Provides the throughput and low latency needed for compute clusters
    5. Enterprise Applications & Large Data Transfers
    • Suitable for applications requiring sustained 10–25 GbE speeds

    Summary

    Strengths
    1. Dual-port 25 GbE with backward-compatible 10 GbE support
    2. Works with SFP28 and SFP+ modules or DAC cables
    3. PCIe 3.0 x8 delivers strong bandwidth for high-speed networking
    4. Supports advanced offloads and SR-IOV virtualization
    5. Jumbo frame and network-boot support (PXE/UEFI/iSCSI)
    Considerations
    1. Requires SFP28 or SFP+ modules/cables (not included)
    2. Needs compatible PCIe x8 slot for optimal performance
    3. Designed for enterprise environments, not suitable for home use

    Conclusion

    The Broadcom BCM957414A4142CC delivers fast, reliable, and scalable dual-port 25 GbE networking for modern enterprises. With advanced virtualization features, backward compatibility with 10 GbE, and robust PCIe 3.0 x8 performance, it is an excellent choice for data centers, virtualized environments, and high-performance server deployments.