OpenWRT with Intel X540-T2 10GbE RJ45 Network Adapter - Installation and Performance Test

Explore the performance and compatibility of a budget-friendly 10GbE RJ45 Network Adapter from Inspur featuring the Intel® Ethernet Controller X540 in this 14-minute video. Learn about its unique PCIe connector design, pre-installed driver support on OpenWRT 23.03 rc6, and compatibility with specific mainboards. Witness step-by-step installation on a Zimaboard, configuration in OpenWRT, and performance testing using iperf3. Compare power consumption and temperatures with and without the adapter, and evaluate its functionality when connected to a ZYXEL XGS1250-12 Switch. Gain insights on the adapter's performance across different mainboards and receive recommendations on whether this 10GbE RJ45 option is suitable for your needs compared to SFP+ alternatives.

- Intro
- Power on the Zimaboard with no network adapter 3.7W
- Install the X540-T2 network adapter on the Zimaboard
- Power on the Zimaboard with X540-T2 network adapter 12W
- Connect the X540-T2 to the ZYXEL XGS1250-12 Switch
- Configure the X540-T2 on OpenWRT
- iperf3 test & Power consumption no offloading
- iperf3 test & Power consumption software offloading
- The X540-T2 on other mainboard Gigabyte Z77-D3H, HP t620 Plus
- Should you buy this?