The Dell / Broadcom 57404 OCP 3.0 NIC (DPN 03Y64D) is a high-performance enterprise networking adapter designed for modern Dell PowerEdge servers equipped with OCP 3.0 infrastructure. Built around the Broadcom BCM57404 controller, this card delivers reliable, low-latency networking performance for data-intensive environments such as virtualisation clusters, software-defined storage, and cloud-scale workloads. Its OCP 3.0 form factor enables a compact, serviceable design that integrates directly into compatible server OCP bays, helping to maximise internal airflow efficiency and reduce rear I/O congestion compared to traditional PCIe NICs.
Delivering up to 100Gbps aggregate throughput, the adapter features four SFP28 ports supporting 10GbE and 25GbE connectivity, making it highly flexible for mixed-speed enterprise networks. It supports a wide range of advanced offload and acceleration technologies including SR-IOV for virtualisation efficiency, VXLAN and NVGRE overlay offloads, and comprehensive TCP/UDP stateless processing to reduce CPU overhead. Additional enterprise features such as jumbo frame support, link aggregation (LACP), and multi-queue optimisation ensure consistent performance under heavy network loads in virtualised and containerised environments.
Designed exclusively for Dell PowerEdge systems with OCP 3.0 support, the 03Y64D integrates seamlessly into 15th and 16th generation servers including R650, R750, R760, and XE-series platforms. Its mezzanine-style internal mounting eliminates the need for a traditional PCIe bracket, allowing for higher-density server configurations and simplified serviceability. With Dell-validated firmware and driver support across major operating systems including VMware ESXi, Linux, and Windows Server, this NIC provides a robust and scalable networking solution for enterprise data centres requiring high bandwidth, low latency, and efficient cloud-ready infrastructure.