Lenovo ThinkSystem 1Gb 2-Port RJ45 LOM Gigabit Ethernet Network Card

Overview

The Lenovo 7ZT7A00544 is a dual-port Gigabit Ethernet network card designed to enhance connectivity in Lenovo ThinkSystem servers. It features two RJ45 ports that deliver reliable 1 Gigabit per second speeds using standard 1000Base-T technology. Built around the Intel Ethernet Connection X722 controller integrated with the C624 chipset, this card ensures efficient data throughput while minimizing CPU load through hardware offload and virtualization support.

Installation is straightforward via a PCI interface, making it a practical upgrade for rack or tower servers. The card fits seamlessly into existing data center environments by supporting common twisted pair cabling and aligning with Lenovo’s LOM architecture for smooth firmware and management integration.

Key features

• Two RJ45 ports providing stable 1 Gigabit Ethernet connections over standard twisted pair cables
• PCI host interface that allows quick and easy installation in Lenovo ThinkSystem servers
• Intel Ethernet Connection X722 controller that reduces CPU overhead by offloading checksum and segmentation tasks
• Virtualization features that isolate network traffic and maintain consistent performance across multiple virtual machines
• Compatibility with both 1 GbE and 10 GbE environments, supporting mixed-speed network setups during transitions
• Integration with Lenovo’s LOM architecture for seamless system firmware and management tool compatibility

Key specs

• Network ports: 2 x RJ45
• Speed: 1 Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T)
• Controller: Intel Ethernet Connection X722
• Chipset integration: C624
• Interface: PCI
• Cabling: Standard twisted pair Ethernet cables

Connectivity and compatibility

This network card supports standard Ethernet cabling widely used in data centers, making it easy to integrate into existing infrastructure without additional wiring changes. Its PCI interface ensures compatibility with Lenovo ThinkSystem rack and tower servers, while the dual ports allow for network redundancy or increased bandwidth. The card’s virtualization capabilities make it well suited for environments running multiple virtual machines, ensuring traffic isolation and efficient resource use.

Ideal uses and environments

This dual-port Gigabit Ethernet card is a strong choice for IT professionals managing Lenovo ThinkSystem servers who need to expand network capacity or add redundancy. It works well in virtualized data centers, database servers requiring reliable network links, and mixed-speed network environments transitioning between 1 GbE and 10 GbE. Its design supports efficient CPU usage, making it suitable for workloads that demand consistent network performance without sacrificing processing power.