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Synology E10G17-F2 Dual-Port 10GB SFP+ Ethernet Adapter

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Unleash Blazing-Fast Connectivity for Your Synology NAS The Synology E10G17-F2 is a dual-port 10 Gigabit SFP+ PCIe 3.0 X8 Ethernet adapter engineered to supercharge the network capabilities of Synology XS+/XS Series NAS servers. Supporting CPU offload (RDMA over Ethernet), this adapter is the per...

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Overview

Unleash Blazing-Fast Connectivity for Your Synology NAS

The Synology E10G17-F2 is a dual-port 10 Gigabit SFP+ PCIe 3.0 X8 Ethernet adapter engineered to supercharge the network capabilities of Synology XS+/XS Series NAS servers. Supporting CPU offload (RDMA over Ethernet), this adapter is the perfect solution for high-performance computing environments. Backed by Synology's 5-year limited warranty.

  • Standards: IEEE 802.3ae 10Gbps Ethernet, IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation, CPU Offload (rdma over Ethernet)
  • Data Transfer Rates: 10 Gbps per port
  • Network Operation Mode: Full duplex
  • Compatible Models: 17-series FS3017, RS3617xs+, RS3617RPxs, RS3617xs; 16-series RS18016xs+; 15-series RC18015xs+, DS3615xs; 14-series RS3614xs+, RS3614RPxs, RS3614xs; 13-series RS10613xs+, RS3413xs+; 12-series RS3412RPxs, RS3412xs, DS3612xs; 11-series RS3411RPxs, RS3411xs, DS3611xs
  • Hardware Interface: Ethernet
  • Color: Multi-Colour
  • Data Link Protocol: Ethernet
  • Item Weight: 2.4 ounces
  • Product Dimensions: 5 x 4 x 1 inches

Key Features

Standards: IEEE 802.3ae 10Gbps Ethernet, IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation, CPU Offload (rdma over Ethernet)

Data transfer rates: 10 Gbps per port

Network operation mode: full duplex

Supported models:17-series: FS3017, RS3617xs+, RS3617RPxs, RS3617xs 16-series: RS18016xs+ 15-series: RC18015xs+, DS3615xs 14-series: RS3614xs+, RS3614RPxs,RS3614xs 13-series: RS10613xs+, RS3413xs+12-series: RS3412RPxs, RS3412xs, DS3612xs 11-series: RS3411RPxs, RS3411xs, DS3611xs

Specifications

Ports
Dual-Port 10GB SFP+
Data Transfer Rates
10 Gbps per port
Network Operation Mode
Full duplex
Standards Supported
IEEE 802.3ae 10Gbps Ethernet, IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation, CPU Offload (rdma over Ethernet)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Offers dual SFP+ ports, providing high-bandwidth 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for demanding network environments.
  • Supports IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation, allowing for increased throughput and redundancy by combining multiple links.
  • Features CPU Offload (RDMA over Ethernet), which can reduce CPU utilization and improve data transfer efficiency.
  • Complies with industry standards like IEEE 802.3ae 10Gbps Ethernet, ensuring broad compatibility.
  • Compatible with a wide range of Synology 11-series through 17-series and 15-series models, offering upgrade options for various NAS devices.

👎 Cons

  • The adapter is specifically designed for Synology NAS models, limiting its compatibility with other brands or systems.
  • Requires an SFP+ transceiver for each port (not included), adding to the overall cost and setup complexity.
  • While supporting 10 Gbps, actual speeds can be limited by the connected network infrastructure and storage performance.
  • The list of supported models is extensive, but newer or older Synology models not listed may not be compatible.
  • Specific power consumption figures for the adapter are not provided, which could be a consideration for energy efficiency.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Synology E10G17-F2 is a dual-port 10GB SFP+ Ethernet adapter, providing high-speed network connectivity.
Each port on the E10G17-F2 adapter supports data transfer rates of 10 Gbps, enabling fast network communication.
Yes, the Synology E10G17-F2 supports IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation, which can combine multiple network links for increased bandwidth and redundancy.
The adapter operates in full duplex mode, allowing simultaneous data transmission and reception on each port.
The adapter is compatible with various Synology NAS models from the 11-series, 12-series, 13-series, 14-series, 15-series, 16-series, and 17-series, including FS3017, RS3617xs+, and DS3611xs, among others.