intel x540

Hi, I am quite new here and not sure if this post should be here or in the network section. I am building a new esxi host for non production use and wondering if anybody can explain the VMware compatible guide for me. How do parts end there, is it the manufacturer that needs to get its parts...

[WTB] 10GBe SFP+ NIC : Chelsio T520 or T420 or Intel x540 or x520 Qty 1 wanted. USA. Need Long Bracket.

Hi all I've spent the last several weeks majorly upgrading my home file server, which is now 2 x hex-core Xeon X5670 CPUs with 72GB RAM, providing 24 x 2TB 7200rpm HDD on 4 x LSI controllers, running Solaris 11.3. I might also add an SSD or two for ZIL and/or cache. Having provided myself...