The FastFrame N4S2 Dual-Channel 10 Gb/s PCIe 3.0 x8 SmartNIC from ATTO Technology is a low-profile network interface with SFP+ connectors. It supports line speeds up to 10 Gb/s with ultra low latency and is designed to be used across a data center from the core to the edge. ATTO simplifies installation and configuration via the ATTO 360 management utility software, which offers easy-to-use tuning profiles for performance optimization, including partner-specific storage profiles that get the most out of your adapter and Ethernet storage.

Network Interface with SFP+ Connectors    Supports Line Speeds up to 10 Gb/s    Use Across Data Center from Core to Edge    ATTO 360 Tuning, Monitoring & Analytics

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this card do 4K60 4:4:4 capture without any degradation like converting input to 4K/60 4:2:2 first?

A: Yes, the Magewell PCIe x8 Two-Channel 4K Capture Card can capture 4K60 4:4:4 without loss or conversion.

Q: 2. Will this work on a current Mac Pro?

A: No, the QNAP QXG-25G2SF-CX6 Dual-Port 25GbE PCIe 4.0 x8 Network Expansion Card only supports Windows, Linux, and QNAP operating systems. It is not compatible with the Mac Pro.

Q: 3. is this backwards compatible with THUNDERBOLT 2?

A: The QNAP Thunderbolt 3 to 10 Gb/s SFP+ Adapter is not rated for use with a bandwidth bottleneck via an adapter, such as Thunderbolt 2 would present.

Q: 4. Can this operate on Windows 11?

A: In addition to select Qnap units this QNAP QXG-25G2SF-CX6 Dual-Port 25GbE PCIe 4.0 x8 Network Expansion Card can be used on Windows and Linux servers and workstations as well.

Q: 5. Is it possible to connect this directly into a Qnap NAS (MacBook Pro M1 - this adapter - NAS) - or does it have to go into a switch? Thanks

A: You can connect the adapter to a 10 Gb/s-capable switch, NAS, or other device using a cable that supports 10 Gb/s data speeds

Q: 6. will this work, at a slower speed, on USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port (macbook 12")?

A: No this product requires a Thunderbolt 3 port on the computer.

Q: 7. Will this work with Thunderbolt 2 Macs via a TB3 to TB2 adapter?

A: This will not work with a TB3 to TB2 adapter.

Q: 8. Does this support Truenas?

A: This card was designed for QNAP, Windows, and Linux.

Q: 9. Does this require an active TB3 cable? Or will a passive one also work?

A: This device can work with a passive Thunderbolt 3 connection, so long as the wire is within the length limit of passive TB3.

Q: 10. How bad is the fan noise?

A: The device has no fans. It uses passive heat dissipation for keeping cool(er).