Recommended PCIe 1x I/O network adapter for 8.0U2

[WParton]

Hello all,

Looking for reasonable recommendations for a PCIe 1x I/O (network) adapter that is natively supported by ESXi 8.0U2.
There's unfortunately no filter for PCIe 1x in the compatibility matrix (not that I can find, anyway), and I'm hoping to avoid having to spend hours trying to locate a network adapter that will work in a PCIe 1x slot w/ESXi 8.0U2.

Anyone have any success in this department?  Much thanks!

[zchris06 · Accepted solution]

This card is supported.

https://www.broadcom.com/products/ethernet-connectivity/network-adapters/bcm5720-2p

https://www.vmware.com/resources/compatibility/detail.php?deviceCategory=io&productid=19948&deviceCa...

[WParton]

Just wanted to confirm that this card is natively identified during the 8.0U2 install/upgrade process.

Well deserved Kudos to zchris06 for saving time and resources identifying a proper back-up should server nic's fail.

Sincerely appreciated, thank you!