Lenovo ThinkSystem Intel X710-T2L 10GBASE-T 2-Port PCIe Ethernet Adapter

Upgrade your data center’s networking with the Lenovo ThinkSystem Intel X710-T2L 10GBASE-T 2-Port PCIe Ethernet Adapter. Built on the trusted Intel X710 technology, this high-performance PCIe NIC delivers reliable, low-latency 10 Gigabit Ethernet across two copper-based RJ-45 ports. Designed for servers, workstations, and storage-rich environments, the X710-T2L enables scalable connectivity, accelerated data transfers, and streamlined management in Lenovo ThinkSystem deployments. With dual 10GBASE-T ports, you gain robust link aggregation, failover protection, and ample bandwidth for virtualization, cloud workloads, and high-performance computing. The card is optimized for dense rack configurations, enabling faster inter-server communication, efficient backups, and accelerated network-intensive applications.

• Two independent 10GBASE-T ports provide up to 20 Gbps aggregate bandwidth, enabling high-speed server-to-server communication, scalable storage networks, and rapid data replication. Dual ports allow flexible topologies, including NIC teaming and link aggregation, to maximize throughput without compromising reliability.
• Intel X710-T2L controller delivers hardware offloads that accelerate common networking tasks, reduce CPU load, and improve latency. Features such as Large Send Offload (LSO), Large Receive Offload (LRO), and VLAN offloads help free server CPU cycles for application workloads while maintaining high-throughput performance.
• Low-profile, PCIe 3.0 x4 design fits a wide range of Lenovo ThinkSystem servers and other PCIe-enabled systems. The compact form factor is ideal for dense data centers, blade enclosures, and space-constrained racks, while supporting standard PCIe plug-in compatibility for easy deployment.
• Advanced virtualization and network offloads including VMQ (Virtual Machine Queue), SR-IOV, and VLAN tagging support. These features optimize virtualized environments, improve virtual machine networking performance, and enable efficient multi-tenant deployments with isolated traffic.
• Enterprise-grade reliability and manageability is enhanced by Lenovo’s server integration and Intel drivers, ensuring smooth firmware updates, broad operating system compatibility (Windows and Linux families), and consistent performance across Lenovo ThinkSystem platforms for mission-critical workloads.

Technical Details of Lenovo ThinkSystem Intel X710-T2L 10GBASE-T 2-Port PCIe Ethernet Adapter

• Model family: Intel X710-based 2-port 10GBASE-T PCIe Ethernet Adapter
• Ports: 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45, 10GBASE-T)
• Interface and form factor: PCI Express (PCIe) Gen 3.x, low-profile (fits standard PCIe slots in supported Lenovo ThinkSystem servers)
• Throughput: Up to 10 Gbps per port (1.25 GB/s per port) with potential for aggregated bandwidth across both ports via link aggregation
• Controller: Intel Ethernet Controller X710-family (X710-T2L)
• Offloads: Large Send Offload (LSO), Large Receive Offload (LRO), VLAN offloads, and other hardware-assisted features to reduce CPU overhead
• Virtualization: VMQ, SR-IOV support for efficient virtual machine networking and optimized virtualized workloads
• Networking features: VLAN tagging, QoS support, jumbo frames (typical high-end configurations support MTU up to 9K) for performance tuning in storage and compute-heavy environments
• Operating system compatibility: Broad support across Windows Server and major Linux distributions when used with appropriate Intel/Lenovo drivers
• Power and cooling: Designed for data-center reliability with suitable power delivery and thermal characteristics for continuous 24/7 operation
• Warranty and integration: Backed by Lenovo ThinkSystem hardware ecosystem with Lenovo-only firmware/driver alignment for seamless server integration

How to Install Lenovo ThinkSystem Intel X710-T2L 10GBASE-T 2-Port PCIe Ethernet Adapter

• Power down the server or workstation and disconnect it from any power source before installation.
• Open the chassis and locate an available PCIe slot (preferably PCIe 3.0 x4 or higher for optimal performance).
• Remove the slot cover if needed and insert the X710-T2L card firmly into the PCIe slot until it seats completely.
• Secure the card to the chassis with the appropriate mounting screw and connect any required power or cooling considerations as advised by your hardware guidelines.
• Reconnect network cables to the two 10GBASE-T ports, ensuring a secure connection for each link.
• Power on the system and boot into the operating system. Install the latest Intel X520/X710 family drivers and Lenovo ThinkSystem firmware updates as recommended by Lenovo’s support portal.
• Configure link aggregation if needed (e.g., LACP), set up VLANs, and adjust offload and virtualization settings (VMQ/SR-IOV) to suit your workload requirements.
• Test connectivity with a network benchmarking tool and verify traffic flow across both ports, ensuring latency and throughput align with your performance goals.

Frequently asked questions

• What are the key benefits of the Lenovo ThinkSystem Intel X710-T2L adapter? It provides dual 10GBASE-T ports for high-throughput networking, hardware offloads to reduce CPU load, and advanced virtualization features to optimize VM networking and multi-tenant environments, all within a Lenovo ThinkSystem-compatible PCIe card.
• Which environments is this adapter best suited for? It is ideal for data centers, server rooms, virtualization hosts, high-performance computing clusters, and storage networks where fast, reliable 10 Gbps ethernet connectivity is required.
• What operating systems are supported? The card is designed to work with major Linux distributions and Windows Server variants when paired with the appropriate Intel/Lenovo drivers and firmware updates. Always check Lenovo’s compatibility matrix for your exact server model and OS version.
• Can I use link aggregation with this NIC? Yes. The two 10GBASE-T ports support link aggregation (such as LACP) to combine bandwidth and provide redundancy between switches or servers, improving throughput and resilience.
• Is this adapter compatible with Lenovo ThinkSystem servers? Yes. The X710-T2L is purpose-built for Lenovo ThinkSystem platforms and is validated for reliable operation within Lenovo’s ecosystem, including firmware and driver alignment for consistent performance and support.