Synology Dual-Port 10GbE Adapter

The Synology Dual-Port 10GbE Adapter is an essential upgrade for businesses requiring enhanced connectivity and bandwidth for their network infrastructure. Designed specifically for Synology systems, this dual-port 10GbE SFP+ network adapter promises to boost throughput, accommodating growing user demands and intensive workloads. Experience unparalleled performance with this cost-effective solution for your NAS and IP-SAN systems.

• Enhanced Bandwidth: The Synology E10G21-F2 adapter features dual 10GbE ports, significantly increasing your network's bandwidth capacity, ideal for data-heavy applications and multiple simultaneous users.
• Versatile Connectivity: It supports both SR and LR transceivers and DAC options, making it a flexible choice for various network configurations and environments.
• Improved Network Resilience: With support for Link Aggregation (network bonding), the adapter provides increased resiliency against network disruptions, ensuring reliable connectivity for mission-critical applications.
• CPU Offloading Technologies: The built-in offloading technologies minimize network transfer overhead on the host system's processor, enhancing overall system performance and efficiency.
• Exceptional Data Transfer Rate: Achieve superfast data transfer speeds of up to 8000 MB/s thanks to the PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface, enabling seamless data flow between your network card and motherboard.

Technical Details of the Product

• Type: Dual-Port 10GbE SFP+ Network Adapter
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 10Gbps
• Interface: PCI Express 3.0 x8
• Compatible with: Synology NAS and IP-SAN systems
• Supported Transceivers: SR, LR, DAC options
• Link Aggregation: Yes
• Maximum Data Transfer: 8000 MB/s

How to Install

Installing the Synology Dual-Port 10GbE Adapter is straightforward:

1. Power down your Synology system and unplug all cables.
2. Open the chassis of your Synology NAS or IP-SAN device to access the PCIe slots.
3. Carefully insert the E10G21-F2 adapter into an available PCI Express slot, ensuring a secure fit.
4. Close the chassis and reconnect the power and network cables.
5. Power on the system and log into the Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM).
6. Navigate to the Network settings and configure your new 10GbE connections as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the Synology E10G21-F2 compatible with all Synology systems?

It is compatible with a range of Synology NAS and IP-SAN systems. Please refer to the compatibility list in the official Synology documentation for specific models.

2. Can I use existing network cabling with the 10GbE adapter?

To fully utilize the 10GbE speeds, it is recommended to use compatible 10GbE cables such as DAC or optical fiber cables.

3. What is Link Aggregation?

Link Aggregation is a networking technique that combines multiple network connections in parallel to increase throughput and provide redundancy in case one link fails.

4. How do I check the performance of the adapter after installation?

You can monitor the performance through the Synology DiskStation Manager interface, where network statistics will provide insights into the data transfer rates and performance metrics.

5. What kind of support is available for this product?

Synology offers comprehensive technical support and documentation available on their official website, ensuring you have the resources needed for setup and troubleshooting.