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Nbu appl xx40 qlogic qle8442 10gbps dual port ethernet/iscsi pcie upg kit appl +The Veritas QLE8442 10Gigabit Ethernet Card is engineered to meet the demands of modern data centers and IT environments. This high performance PCI Express 3. 0 x8 card delivers dual port 10GbE connectivity with the flexibility of SFP+ transceivers, enabling rapid scale out of networks, storage, and virtualized workloads. Built for reliability, efficiency, and broad compatibility, the QLE8442 is a versatile upgrade for servers and data center
The Veritas QLE8442 10Gigabit Ethernet Card is engineered to meet the demands of modern data centers and IT environments. This high-performance PCI Express 3.0 x8 card delivers dual-port 10GbE connectivity with the flexibility of SFP+ transceivers, enabling rapid scale-out of networks, storage, and virtualized workloads. Built for reliability, efficiency, and broad compatibility, the QLE8442 is a versatile upgrade for servers and data-center appliances that require robust bandwidth without sacrificing latency or CPU overhead. Whether you’re expanding a fiber backbone across a campus, upgrading a server cluster, or building a high-performance virtualization host, the QLE8442 provides the speed and scalability you need with a straightforward installation and proven driver support across major operating systems.
- Dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet performance: Two independent 10GbE ports deliver high aggregate bandwidth for virtualization, storage traffic, backups, and multi-hypervisor environments, helping to reduce bottlenecks during peak workloads and ensuring consistent application performance.
- PCIe 3.0 x8 host interface: A wide 8-lane PCI Express connection ensures ample bandwidth between the host server and the network card, supporting high-throughput data transfer with low latency and efficient bus utilization for dense, multi-VM environments.
- SFP+ flexibility for fiber and copper deployments: The QLE8442 supports SFP+ transceivers, enabling you to deploy long-haul fiber connections or short-reach copper DAC (direct-attached copper) cables depending on your data-center topology and budget requirements.
- Broad OS and virtualization compatibility: Designed for compatibility with leading operating systems and virtualization platforms, including Windows, Linux, VMware ESXi, and Hyper-V environments, with vendor drivers that deliver reliable performance and ongoing support for enterprise workloads.
- Enterprise-grade reliability and scalability: Built for data-center durability, the QLE8442 offers steady performance under load, with features that optimize CPU usage, improve throughput, and maintain stable operation across diverse workloads, from database servers to virtualized clusters.
Technical Details of Veritas QLE8442
- Product type: 2-port 10GbE PCIe 3.0 x8 Host Bus Adapter
- Host interface: PCIe 3.0 x8
- Ports: 2 x 10GbE SFP+ ports
- Transceiver support: SFP+ modules (not included; choose based on required fiber distance and connector type)
- Form factor: Standard PCIe add-in card (check within server chassis for height and slot compatibility)
- Data rate per port: Up to 10 Gbps per port (aggregate up to 20 Gbps theoretical)
- Operating system support: Broad driver support for Windows, Linux, and major virtualization platforms
- Power and cooling: Designed for typical data-center power environments with efficient operation under load
How to Install Veritas QLE8442
- Power down the server, unplug power cables, and ground yourself to prevent static discharge before handling components.
- Open the chassis and locate an available PCIe slot that matches the card’s interface (PCIe 3.0 x8, or compatible slot).
- Remove the slot cover and insert the QLE8442 firmly into the PCIe slot until it seats completely and the rear bracket aligns with the chassis opening.
- Secure the card to the chassis with a screw and reattach the server cover, ensuring there is clearance for the heatsink and airflow around the card.
- Install SFP+ transceiver modules compatible with your network design, or prepare copper DAC cables if applicable, and connect the corresponding fiber or copper links to the card’s ports.
- Power on the server and boot into the operating system. Install or update the vendor-provided drivers for the QLE8442 from the supported OS vendor sites.
- Configure the network interfaces within the OS or hypervisor, assign IP addresses as needed, and bring links up to verify connectivity and performance.
- Optionally run a network performance test (e.g., iperf3) to confirm per-port throughput and low-latency behavior under expected workloads.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Veritas QLE8442? The Veritas QLE8442 is a dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet PCIe 3.0 x8 network adapter designed for high-speed data-center networking, virtualization, and storage acceleration with flexible SFP+ transceiver support.
- What kind of ports does it have? It features two 10GbE SFP+ ports, enabling fiber optic connections or copper DAC options depending on your network configuration and distance requirements.
- Which operating systems are supported? The QLE8442 is designed to work with major operating systems and virtualization platforms, including Windows, Linux distributions, VMware ESXi, and Hyper-V, with vendor-provided drivers to ensure stable operation.
- Do I need to purchase SFP+ modules separately? Yes. SFP+ transceivers or copper DAC cables are typically sold separately and must be selected based on your distance, connector type, and network design.
- Is this card suitable for virtualization hosts? Yes. With dual 10GbE ports and PCIe 3.0 x8 bandwidth, the QLE8442 is well-suited for virtualized environments, providing dedicated uplinks and reducing hypervisor CPU overhead when handling network traffic.
- Can I use it in a standard or high-density server chassis? The card is designed for standard PCIe slots found in a wide range of servers. Always confirm your server’s slot availability, slot height, and power and cooling constraints before installation.
- What performance can I expect? Each port supports up to 10 Gbps of throughput under ideal conditions. Real-world performance depends on the workload, network configuration, and the efficiency of your chosen transceivers or DAC setup.
- Do I need specific drivers after installation? Yes. Install the vendor-provided drivers for your operating system to ensure optimal throughput, feature support, and compatibility with virtualization platforms.
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★★★★★ 5
The Greatest Chair I've Ever Sat In
Color: Black/Silver, Color: Black/Silver
When I was a boy, my first office chair that I used for PC and laptop work growing up was this chair. This was back before 2010 so it likely wasn't under the Amazon Basics brand but it was the exact same chair design. I've used that chair my entire life really and only had to buy this chair as a replacement as the leather started peeling significantly on my old chair after over 20 years of use. Even though the leather was heavily peeled, my old chair was still extremely comfortable and I would've kept on using it had I not gotten annoyed with having to pick up leather bits and pieces everyday from the peeling. I bought this chair as a replacement and the comfort is still as I remembered. No lower back pain, no butt numbness, no arm numbness, truly such a masterpiece of a chair where it lets you focus on the task at hand instead of focusing on the chair. Before I rebought this chair, I've bought & tried the Secretlab Titan Evo Nanogen, Furmax executive office chair, Neo executive office chair, RS high back gaming chair w/ flip-up armrests, Bestfair high-back office chair, FDW executive office chair, Herman Miller Aeron, and OFIKA executive office chair in search of a potential "upgrade" - every single one of these other chairs was inferior to the Amazon Basics high back office chair in one way or the other. The only thing I will note is that the pneumatic gas cylinder of the Amazon Basics office chair seems to be different from my original chair - it goes higher and has a higher minimum seat height. If you would like to perfectly replicate the original lower seat depth you will have to buy the S6124 extra short office chair gas lift cylinder from ChairPartsOnline - my only nitpick about such a phenomenal chair. In my attached picture I have the Amazon Basics chair w/ S6124 gas cylinder on the right next to the Furmax high-back office chair which although inferior is what I consider to be the 2nd best chair if for some reason you cannot get the Amazon Basics high-back office chair. To sum it up - I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS CHAIR!!!
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Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2025
★★★★★ 4
Comfortable Office Chair
Color: Black/Silver
I have had several office chairs here in my office. Even though this office chair was a bit difficult to assemble, it appears to be a quality item. I was NOT impressed with the instructions - at all. More specific instructions would have been nice. Only time will tell if this was a good purchase and this chair is a good value. Not a bad price for the item as well.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2026
★★★★★ 5
All-around good chair, suitable for me at 6'6", comfortable and no issues
Pros:
The assembly is straightforward and doesn't require much strength; I would expect my mother to have no issue putting this chair together. If you're elderly or disabled, a relative or helper should have an easy and quick time of putting it together, and there is very little chance of making a mistake during assembly.
Sturdy at and slightly above the recommended weight limit. I peaked around 256 or 258lbs while using this chair, and it didn't show any signs of complaint then, and it hasn't shown signs of wear since.
Really comfortable. I'm an eight-hours-a-day user, almost without exception, and I have no complaints.
The leather holds up very well. I don't expect this to be true forever, but after approximately 1800 hours of use, there is no tear or warning sign.
It leans back super stably. That's the most important aspect for me.
It's tall enough to support my 6'6" frame. My back rests comfortably, so the odds are yours will fit, too. For the scary few who tower over me, and so you can search it easily, here's a height guide:
6'3" 6'4" 6'5" - The chair is good for your heights
6'7" - You should also be well served, unless your height is mostly in your torso.
6'8" - You're at the cusp. I think you will be comfortable in this chair, and alternatives that are built for our (mostly your) height cost so much more. I'd give it a try. I wish you luck.
6'9" 6'10" 6'11" - This is written for 6'9. For 6'10, 6'11, scale the significance of the caution. I think this chair will prove uncomfortable for you or encourage bad posture. I'd encourage you to look elsewhere.
Cons:
This is well covered in other reviews: the caps that cover up the screws on the side of the arms are poorly designed. One falls off every day or two. It's a minor inconvenience, but it's optional. You can toss the caps in the trash. The screws are not exposed. They sit deep within the plastic of the arm. Personally, I just push the covers back on when I notice they fell.
The armrests could be better for me, I think. I'm not sure exactly what my complaint is. I think they are a little too narrow for my liking, but I'm 6'6" with broad shoulders and long arms and unusual joints. The spacing seems fine for a typical user.
Notes:
I only sit leaning the chair back or sitting up straight at the edge of my seat. Some aspects of this review may not translate perfectly to locked-in-place, sitting back, upright usage.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2018
★★★★★ 5
Awesome!
Update: March 2022 - Funny reading my previous review now. All the cons I mentioned before, I literally don’t even notice at all. In fact, I like the chair I got so much I just got another in white. My boyfriend is using the old one and I needed one for my home office. And sadly, my cats did scratch up the black chair a little (the cats live outside now) but the chair has otherwise stood up to use perfectly. Other than the scratches, is basically like new. I do wish I knew of a good repair kit cause I would like to fix up the scratches. The chair is just extremely comfortable and supportive which I need even more these days for my home business. A very good purchase!!
I just received my chair 2 days after ordering it. It took me about 20 minutes to put it together which was very easy. I am sitting in it now typing this review.
Pros:
-Very attractive. I ordered the black color and it appears just as in the pictures.
-Slides smoothly over my linoleum floors.
-Seat is soft and comfortable, hopefully it will stay that way over time, but too soon to tell.
-Very easy to assemble.
-The seat is good size for the average American and seems comparable in width to the chairs I use at work.
Cons:
-The chair does not lower as much as I wanted. I like my legs at a 90 degree angle when sitting. It is close with my shoes on, but about 2 inches to high. If I had known this, I very likely would not have ordered this chair as its one of my most important features for sitting comfortably. I am 5'6”. I hope that with a little wear the cushion will compress a bit, and if not I may get a small foot stool to solve the problem.
-As others have described, this chair pretty much doesn't recline in any appreciable way even at the loosest setting. Basically to stay reclined you have to keep your legs pushing back the whole time which eliminates the point of reclining. I have read from others that over time, this loosens up. This feature is not very important to me, but may be to others.
-The seat depth is about 2 inches shorter than I would like.
Overall, I think it is a quality chair for the price assuming the above negatives aren't deal breakers for you. I will be keeping this chair since I do not spend a lot of time at my desk and the overall quality outweighs the few negatives for me.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2016
★★★★★ 5
I would buy it again
Color: White/Pewter, Color: White/Pewter
This chair is very comfortable and easy to sit in for long periods of time. The leather is soft and well stitched.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2026