Great OEM driver compatibility, performance and reliability
May 01, 2021

Great OEM driver compatibility, performance and reliability

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Modules Used

  • X540

Overall Satisfaction with Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X540

We have used these Intel CNAs as part of our Dell-based infrastructure to converge Storage Area Network devices with the remaining infrastructure within the data center. These devices reduce the complexity of our networking infrastructure which in turn reduces administrative effort, labour and equipment costs. There have been no performance/reliability issues with this setup.
  • Performance
  • Reliability
  • Enterprise Support
  • Reduction in infrastructure and administrative cost, effort and complexity
  • Driver support / availability
  • Sales and support outside of OEM offerings
  • Driver compatibility
  • Performance / specs
  • Support (via OEM)
  • Lower administrative complexity
  • Lower labour costs / effort
  • Lower infrastructure costs

Do you think Intel 500 Series Network Adapters delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Intel 500 Series Network Adapters's feature set?

Yes

Did Intel 500 Series Network Adapters live up to sales and marketing promises?

I wasn't involved with the selection/purchase process

Did implementation of Intel 500 Series Network Adapters go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Intel 500 Series Network Adapters again?

Yes

It is quite likely that you may encounter Intel Converged Network Adapters as part of an OEM server purchase. For this purpose, there have been no complaints with regards to performance, reliability and driver compatibility.

For retail sales and support, the cost / benefit may not be worth the effort as there are more competitive options out there (such as broadcom).