Intel® 82576EB Gigabit Ethernet Controller

Overview

The Intel® 82576EB Gigabit Ethernet Controller provides high-performance dual-port gigabit connectivity in a multi-core platform, as well as in a virtualized platform. In a multi-core platform, it supports technologies including Intel® QuickData Technology, MSI-X, and Low Latency Interrupts that help accelerate the movement of data across the platform, improving application response times. In a virtualized environment, it supports Intel® Virtualization Technology for Connectivity that helps improve I/O performance by reducing I/O overhead.

LAN features

• PCI Express* 10/100/1000 Ethernet connection
• Dual-port, single-chip configuration
• Software virtualization layer reduces I/O overhead
• Direct connectivity to virtual machines for near-native performance and data protection
• Enhanced support for pass-through traffic to the board management controller
• Extended 7-year lifecycle support