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QNAP QXG-25G2SF-CX6 Dual-Port 25GbE SFP28 Network Card

A dual-port 25GbE SFP28 network expansion card with an NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-6 Lx controller, PCIe Gen 4 x8 and 10/25Gbps transmission rates.

QNAP QXG-25G2SF-CX6 Dual-Port 25GbE SFP28 Network Card
Network ports2 × SFP28
Transmission rates25Gbps / 10Gbps
ControllerConnectX-6 Lx
Host interfacePCIe Gen 4 x8

Dual-port 25GbE with ConnectX-6 Lx

The QXG-25G2SF-CX6 uses an NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-6 Lx controller and provides two SFP28 ports supporting 25Gbps and 10Gbps transmission rates.

PCIe and virtualisation scope

  • PCIe Gen 4 x8 is specified.
  • The supplied description states backward compatibility with PCIe Gen 3 and Gen 2.
  • SR-IOV support is explicitly listed.
  • Up to 50GbE combined bandwidth is stated when the ports are combined using port trunking.

Operating systems and connection options

  • QTS / QuTS hero is listed with an upgrade to the latest version recommended.
  • Windows and Linux require drivers according to the supplied specifications.
  • Ubuntu 18.04/20.04 and Windows 8/10 are listed.
  • Use a supported SFP28 DAC cable or SFP28 optical transceiver.
Confirm card, driver and transceiver compatibility

Check the exact QNAP NAS or computer, available PCIe slot, operating-system and driver, switch, supported SFP28 cable or transceiver, and bracket requirement before installation.

Frequently asked questions

Answers below are based only on the supplied product information for QXG-25G2SF-CX6.

How many network ports does the QXG-25G2SF-CX6 provide?

It provides two SFP28 ports supporting 25Gbps and 10Gbps transmission rates.

Which controller does the card use?

The supplied specifications identify an NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-6 Lx controller.

Which PCIe interface is specified?

The card is listed with PCIe Gen 4 x8, and the supplied description states backward compatibility with PCIe Gen 3 and Gen 2.

Does it support SR-IOV?

Yes. SR-IOV support is explicitly listed in the supplied product description.

What is included with the card?

The supplied package contents list one network card, one QIG and three brackets.

What warranty applies to the QXG-25G2SF-CX6?

It is supplied with the applicable QNAP manufacturer warranty. Confirm the term for this exact SKU before purchase.

(QXG-25G2SF-CX6)

Features and highlights

QNAP QXG-25G2SF-CX6 Dual-Port 25GbE SFP28 Network Card

01

Dual 25GbE SFP28

Two ports support 25Gbps and 10Gbps.

02

ConnectX-6 Lx controller

The supplied specifications identify the NVIDIA Mellanox controller.

03

PCIe Gen 4 x8

Backward compatibility with Gen 3 and Gen 2 is stated.

04

SR-IOV support

SR-IOV is explicitly listed in the supplied description.

Additional supplied highlights

  • Up to 50GbE combined bandwidth is stated with port trunking.
  • 512 virtual functions and eight physical functions per host are listed.
  • Windows and Linux driver requirements are supplied.
  • One network card, one QIG and three brackets are listed in the package.
  • Covered by the applicable QNAP manufacturer warranty.

Technical specifications

Specifications below are organised from the supplied product information for QXG-25G2SF-CX6.

SpecificationDetails
Product Details
ModelQXG-25G2SF-CX6
Product TypeDual-port 25GbE network expansion card
ControllerNVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-6 Lx
Interfaces and Performance
Number of Ports2 × SFP28
ConnectorSFP28
PCIe and LanesPCIe Gen 4 x8
PCIe Backward CompatibilityPCIe Gen 3 and Gen 2, as stated in the supplied description
Transmission Rates25Gbps / 10Gbps
Combined Bandwidth StatedUp to 50GbE using port trunking
Standards and Virtualisation
IEEE StandardsIEEE 802.3ae 10 Gigabit Ethernet
25/50 Ethernet Consortium 25G and 50G with FEC modes
IEEE 802.3by 25G with FEC modes
IEEE 802.3ad / 802.1AX Link Aggregation
IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet, Fast-Wake mode
IEEE 802.3ap auto-negotiation and KR startup
IEEE 802.1Q / 802.1P VLAN tags and priority
IEEE 802.1Qaz ETS
SR-IOV SupportStated in the supplied product description
Virtual Functions512
Physical Functions per Host8
Compatibility
Supported NAS Operating SystemsQTS / QuTS hero; upgrade to the latest version recommended
Supported QNAP NASModels with PCIe slot(s); one free slot required
Windows and LinuxDriver required
Ubuntu SupportUbuntu 18.04 / 20.04
Windows SupportWindows 8 / 10
Cables, Brackets and Package
Listed Cable / Transceiver SKUsCAB-DAC30M-SFP28, CAB-DAC15M-SFP28, TRX-25GSFP28-SR
Port and CableSFP28 DAC cable up to the listed 3m option or SFP28 optical transceiver
BracketLow-profile bracket pre-installed; full-height and specialised brackets for selected QNAP NAS are bundled
Package Contents1 × network card
1 × QIG
3 × brackets
SKU QXG-25G2SF-CX6
Barcode # 4713213519066
Brand QNAP
Shipping Weight 0.5000kg
Shipping Width 0.050m
Shipping Height 0.050m
Shipping Length 0.050m
QNAPManufacturer warranty

QNAP manufacturer warranty

The QNAP QXG-25G2SF-CX6 is supplied with the applicable QNAP manufacturer warranty.

Warranty coverage, duration, eligibility and claim assessment are subject to QNAP terms for the exact product. Please retain your DeviceDeal tax invoice as proof of purchase.

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QNAP QXG-25G2SF-CX6 DUAL PORT QSFP28 25GbE N ETWORK CARD, LOW-PROFILE (PCIE GEN4 X8)

Model # QXG-25G2SF-CX6

  • SKU: QXG-25G2SF-CX6

$884.00
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