The Solarflare Dual-Port 10/40GbE PCIe Network Interface Card (SF432-9022-R1.3 / SFN7X42Q / SR200) is a high-performance enterprise network adapter designed for low-latency, high-bandwidth server and data center environments. Built for demanding workloads, this NIC delivers reliable 40GbE connectivity over QSFP+ ports and integrates seamlessly into PCIe Gen3 platforms.
Powered by Solarflare’s proven networking technology, this adapter is well-suited for virtualization, cloud infrastructure, high-frequency trading, storage networking, and other bandwidth-intensive applications.
Key Specifications
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Manufacturer: Solarflare
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Part Numbers: SF432-9022-R1.3, SFN7X42Q, SR200
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Device Type: Network Interface Card (NIC)
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Ports: 2 × QSFP+
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Maximum Data Rate: Up to 40 Gbps
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Host Interface: PCI Express 3.0 x8
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Form Factor: Available in Full-Height (FH) and Low-Profile (LP) variants
Performance & Connectivity
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High-Speed Networking: Supports 10GbE and 40GbE Ethernet for scalable network performance
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Dual-Port Design: Enables redundancy, link aggregation, or segmented traffic workloads
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Low Latency: Optimized for enterprise and data-intensive server applications
Compatibility & Use Cases
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Designed for standard PCIe Gen3 server platforms
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Commonly deployed in enterprise servers, data centers, virtualization environments, and network-accelerated workloads
Product Availability
The Solarflare SF432-9022-R1.3 is an older or discontinued model and is typically available through enterprise IT hardware resellers and secondary markets. Units are often sold in refurbished or pre-owned condition, making them a cost-effective solution for expanding or maintaining existing infrastructure.
Ideal Applications
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Data centers and cloud environments
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High-performance computing (HPC)
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Virtualized servers and network-intensive workloads
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Storage and backbone networking
The Solarflare SF432-9022-R1.3 Dual-Port 40GbE NIC offers dependable performance, flexible form factor options, and enterprise-grade networking capabilities—making it a solid choice for organizations seeking reliable high-speed Ethernet connectivity on PCIe Gen3 platforms.