QNAP expands its range of high-speed networking solutions with a new model: the QXG-10G2SF-NXE network card. Equipped with two 10GbE SFP+ ports and support for modern technologies such as SR-IOV and RDMA, the card is aimed at users with particularly high demands on data transmission, virtualization and low latency. It can be flexibly integrated into NAS systems, PCs or servers and offers a cost-effective way to make existing systems fit for demanding applications.
- Dual-port 10GbE SFP+ for up to 20 Gbps combined bandwidth
- Support for RDMA to reduce latency during data transfers
- SR-IOV technology for optimized virtualization environments
- Compatible with QNAP NAS, Windows and Linux systems
More performance for data-intensive workflows
The QXG-10G2SF-NXE is based on the Broadcom 57412 Ethernet controller and uses PCIe Gen 3 for maximum transmission speed. The two SFP+ ports support both 10G and 1G connections, allowing flexible integration into existing networks. In combination with functions such as SMB multichannel or port bundling, the bandwidth can be increased to up to 20 Gbps – ideal for data-intensive workflows such as 4K video editing, large backups or live data processing.
For professional users, the support of RDMA (Remote Direct Memory Access) brings a decisive advantage: data is transferred directly between memory areas without burdening the CPU, which significantly increases the transfer speed and reduces the system load. This results in a noticeable performance gain, particularly with large file volumes or in real-time scenarios such as video surveillance or render farms.
Focus on virtualization and scalability
In addition to pure speed, the card also addresses the requirements of modern virtualization environments. With SR-IOV (Single Root I/O Virtualization), network resources can be finely distributed to virtual machines. This not only reduces the CPU load on hypervisor systems, but also ensures more stable and efficient network communication within virtualization platforms such as VMware.
Thanks to its broad compatibility with various QNAP NAS systems – including the TS-x64 and TS-x64U series – as well as Windows and Linux servers, the card can be easily integrated into both new and existing infrastructures. Before using it under Windows or Linux, it is only necessary to install the Broadcom drivers, which are available directly from the official website.
Conclusion
With the QXG-10G2SF-NXE, QNAP offers a powerful network extension for professional users who require high data throughput, low latency and virtualization capability. Whether in the creative sector, in research or in the corporate environment – the card brings modern network technology at an attractive price-performance ratio. The QXG-10G2SF-NXE is available immediately at an RRP of €229. Further details can be found on the official website.
