Description
Intel® Ethernet Network Adapter E810-CQDA1
Experience enterprise-grade bandwidth and intelligent networking with the Intel® Ethernet Network Adapter E810-CQDA1. Built to elevate data-center performance, this high‑performance NIC is engineered for demanding server workloads such as NFV, storage acceleration, HPC-AI, and hybrid cloud environments. With advanced hardware offloads, scalable virtualization features, and a flexible deployment footprint, the E810-CQDA1 helps you maximize application throughput, minimize CPU overhead, and simplify management across large-scale deployments. Whether you’re building a cloud-native data center, accelerating virtual networks, or delivering latency-sensitive services, this Intel Ethernet adapter is designed to deliver the reliability, efficiency, and agility your workloads demand.
- Blazing-fast performance for cloud and data-center workloads — The E810-CQDA1 delivers exceptional bandwidth and throughput to support modern workloads, enabling rapid data movement, faster storage access, and responsive NFV and virtualized environments. With multi-queue scalability and efficient data-path processing, you can achieve lower tail latency and higher sustained data rates across dense VM and container deployments.
- CPU efficiency and virtualization — Built with sophisticated offloads that reduce CPU overhead, the adapter enhances virtualization performance through technologies such as SR-IOV and RSS. This translates into more efficient guest networking, better CPU utilization for application workloads, and improved multi-tenant isolation in cloud and data-center scenarios.
- Flexible deployment options for diverse infrastructures — The E810-CQDA1 is designed for versatile deployment in data centers, supporting PCIe 4.0 and compatibility with standard rack-and-stack configurations. It accommodates a range of cabling and transceiver options to suit both copper RJ-45 deployments and optical fabric environments, enabling scalable, future-proof connectivity.
- Reliability and manageability you can trust — Intel’s Ethernet adapters are built for reliability in enterprise environments, offering robust firmware, secure updates, and comprehensive manageability. Centralized monitoring, diagnostic features, and consistency across firmware revisions help minimize maintenance windows and support lifecycle concerns in large-scale deployments.
- Optimized for NFV, storage, HPC-AI, and hybrid cloud — The E810-CQDA1 is purpose-built for data-center workloads that demand high throughput, low latency, and efficient server offloads. It accelerates storage networks, virtualized networks, and AI/ML pipelines while integrating smoothly with hybrid cloud architectures and orchestration tools.
Technical Details of Intel Ethernet Network Adapter E810-CQDA1
- Data transfer rates: Up to 100 GbE performance depending on configuration and transceiver/module used, enabling rapid data transfers and scalable network throughput for large-scale workloads.
- Interface: PCIe 4.0 x16 interface for high-bandwidth connectivity and compatibility with modern server platforms. Designed as a PCIe Add‑In Card suitable for standard server chassis installations.
- Form factor and compatibility: PCIe add-in card suitable for full-height or low-profile slots as supported by the chassis and motherboard; compatible with common data-center hardware ecosystems that support Intel NICs.
- Virtualization and offloads: Includes virtualization and data-path offloads such as SR-IOV and RSS to improve VM density, reduce CPU overhead, and enhance multi-tenant networking performance.
- Management and firmware: Supports standard NIC management workflows with firmware updates and monitoring capabilities designed to integrate into typical data-center management tooling.
how to install Intel® Ethernet Network Adapter E810-CQDA1
- Power down the server and disconnect power sources. If upgrading, remove the existing NIC following your server manufacturer’s best practices.
- Open the chassis and locate an available PCIe 4.0 x16 slot compatible with the E810-CQDA1. Insert the card firmly into the slot and secure it with a screw to ensure stable operation.
- Reconnect power and boot the system. Enter the BIOS/UEFI if required to confirm that the PCIe slot is enabled and the system recognizes the new NIC.
- Install the latest drivers and firmware from Intel’s official support resources or your operating system’s driver repository. After installation, reboot as needed to ensure the driver initializes correctly.
- Configure networking in your operating system or virtualization platform. Create or attach networks, assign IPs, configure VLANs, teaming or bonding if needed, and enable any offload features or performance optimizations that align with your workload.
Frequently asked questions
- What workloads is the E810-CQDA1 best suited for? It is designed for high-performance data-center workloads including NFV, storage acceleration, HPC-AI, and hybrid cloud deployments that require substantial bandwidth, low latency, and scalable networking capabilities.
- Is this adapter compatible with common virtualization platforms? Yes. Intel Ethernet adapters are typically supported across major virtualization environments such as VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, and various Linux-based hypervisors. Always verify the exact driver version and OS compatibility for your environment.
- What operating systems and drivers are supported? The adapter is supported by standard NIC drivers provided by the vendor and OS repositories. For best results, use the latest drivers and firmware from Intel’s official sources and ensure your kernel or VM platform is compatible with that release.
- How do I maximize performance with this NIC? To maximize performance, ensure PCIe slot bandwidth is not contended, enable appropriate offloads (such as SR-IOV and RSS) in the driver or OS, and align NIC configuration with your workload’s NIC requirements, including VLANs, multiqueue settings, and offload policies.
- Where can I find detailed specifications and compatibility information? Detailed product briefs, datasheets, and OS-specific driver guidance are available from Intel’s official product pages and support portals. Always refer to the latest official documentation for the most accurate compatibility notes and firmware versions.
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