Lenovo ThinkSystem QLogic QL45262 Flex 50Gb 2-Port Ethernet Adapter

Overview

The Lenovo 7XC7A05845 is a two-port Ethernet adapter designed to deliver 50 Gb per port data transfer speeds for Lenovo ThinkSystem servers. Built around the QLogic QL45262 controller, it connects via PCI Express 3.0 and supports both traditional Ethernet and storage protocols like iSCSI and FCoE. This combination allows the adapter to consolidate networking and storage traffic, reducing cable clutter and freeing up PCI slots for other uses.

Its design suits virtualized clusters, hyperconverged nodes, and database servers where low latency and rapid data movement are critical. The adapter’s integration with Lenovo ThinkSystem platforms and Flex System nodes ensures straightforward installation and management through familiar Lenovo tools.

Key features

• Two Ethernet ports each providing 50 Gb throughput for high-speed data transfer
• PCI Express 3.0 interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of Lenovo servers
• Support for iSCSI and FCoE protocols enables unified storage and data networking on a single card
• Qualified for Lenovo ThinkSystem rack and tower servers, ensuring reliable performance
• Seamless integration with Flex System modular servers helps maintain neat cabling and efficient rack layouts
• Reduces latency and consolidates traffic to improve performance in multi-tenant and high-demand environments

Key specs

• Controller: QLogic QL45262
• Ports: 2 Ethernet ports
• Throughput: 50 Gb per port
• Host interface: PCI Express 3.0
• Supported protocols: Ethernet, iSCSI, FCoE
• Compatibility: Lenovo ThinkSystem racks, towers, and Flex System nodes

Connectivity and compatibility

This adapter connects through a PCI Express 3.0 slot, providing broad compatibility with Lenovo ThinkSystem servers. It supports both standard Ethernet traffic and storage protocols, making it a versatile choice for environments that require unified networking and storage solutions. Its qualification for Lenovo’s Flex System modular servers ensures it fits well in dense blade configurations, maintaining clean cabling and efficient use of space.

Ideal uses and environments

The Lenovo 7XC7A05845 is well suited to data centers and enterprise environments where fast east-west traffic, low latency, and high throughput are essential. It works effectively in virtualized clusters, hyperconverged infrastructure, and database servers that demand quick virtual machine migrations, fast backups, and high-volume analytics. Its ability to consolidate storage and data networking traffic makes it a strong choice for setups aiming to simplify infrastructure while maintaining high performance.