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Intel 500 Series Network Adapters vs. Intel 800 Series Network Adapters

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Intel 500 Series Network Adapters
Score 9.6 out of 10
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The Intel 500 Series network adapters are backward compatible with existing 1000BASE-T networks, simplifying the transition to 10Gb Ethernet when more bandwidth is needed. Available in both PCIe and OCP form factors. Available models include the X550, the X540, and the X520.N/A
Intel 800 Series Network Adapters
Score 0.0 out of 10
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Intel® Ethernet 800 Network Adapters (up to 100GbE) deliver speeds up to 100GbE and are available in both PCIe and OCP form factors. New and improved features in the 800 Series, including Application Device Queues (ADQ), Dynamic Device Personalization (DDP) and support for both iWARP and RoCEv2 Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA), offer workload-optimized performance and the flexibility to meet changing network requirements. The 800 Series is designed to support high-performance server workloads…N/A
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Intel Corporation
Network upgrades - this is a solid, tested, well-supported NIC that does the job. If you need connectivity in a Cat5e or Cat6 building, this is your go-to. We have used it in self-built storage and servers for some time, added it to increase capacity in vendor-built storage and servers, and have upgraded higher-end PCs with this NIC in order to gain redundancy and increased performance.
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Pros
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  • Uses RJ45 ports, allowing you to use existing Cat6/7 infrastructure.
  • Widely supported by OSs, as to be expected with Intel adapters.
  • Relatively low cost upgrade for a massive speed boost.
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Cons
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  • Could be cheaper
  • Gets extremely hot
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I've also supported Broadcom network adapters, as well as cheaper solutions from StarTech. Broadcom typically costs more and doesn't have any advantages for our applications. The StarTech ones are cheaper with fewer support options. Intel is the way to go for CAT6 10GbE adapters. The balance of reliability, driver support, ease of use, and compatibility is excellent.
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Return on Investment
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  • It has enabled us to affordably moved to 10gig for those who need it
  • it will enable us to affordably move the HQ network to 10gig in the near future
  • It has simplified and helped us standardize on a NIC across all device types except laptops
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