Lenovo ThinkSystem QLogic QL45262 Flex 50Gb 2-Port Ethernet Adapter

The Lenovo 7XC7A05845 is a two-port Ethernet adapter that lets Lenovo ThinkSystem servers move data at 50 Gb per port. Built around the proven QLogic QL45262 controller, it connects through a PCI Express 3.0 slot and handles both traditional Ethernet traffic and storage protocols such as iSCSI and FCoE. By carrying storage and data networking on a single card, it cuts cable runs, simplifies rack layouts, and frees up valuable PCI slots for other expansion needs.

This adapter fits naturally in virtualized clusters, hyperconverged nodes, and database servers where rapid east-west traffic and low latency matter. Administrators who need fast virtual machine migration, quick backup windows, or high-volume analytics will appreciate the consistent 50 Gb bandwidth on each port. Because the card is qualified for Lenovo ThinkSystem platforms and integrates with Flex System nodes, installation is straightforward and firmware updates come through the same Lenovo management tools you already use.

In dense blade environments, the adapter’s Flex System integration keeps cabling neat while delivering the throughput required by flash storage arrays and modern workloads. In more traditional rack servers, it provides a direct path to 50 Gb Ethernet fabrics without the need for additional mezzanine hardware. Whatever the deployment, the card helps consolidate networking and storage traffic, reduce latency, and keep performance predictable even under heavy multi-tenant loads.

• Two Ethernet ports that each deliver 50 Gb throughput
• PCI Express 3.0 host interface for broad server compatibility
• Support for iSCSI and FCoE to blend storage and data networking on one adapter
• Qualified for Lenovo ThinkSystem racks and towers
• Seamless integration with Flex System modular servers