Based on the new intel 82580 gigabit ethernet controller the intel ethernet i340 f4 server adapter is intels fourth generation of pcie gbe adapter this adapter showcases the industrys first fully integrated quad port pcie gen2 gbe controller providing a smaller footprint and lower power dissipation in addition the intel ethernet i340 f4 server adapter offers advanced features including support for multi core processors and server virtualization as well as a scalable pci express gen 20