AsRock MT710-2T2O OCP NIC 3.0 SFP+ Network Adapter

The AsRock MT710-2T2O is an OCP NIC 3.0 form-factor network adapter built for rack server deployments that need SFP+ connectivity without occupying a standard PCIe expansion slot. At 4.53 x 3.00 in and roughly 0.07 lb, it fits the compact OCP 3.0 mezzanine footprint used across modern rack and blade server chassis, freeing up PCIe slots for storage controllers, GPUs, or additional expansion cards. Manufactured in Vietnam, the MT710-2T2O is available through channel-direct sourcing — factory-new, no grey-market, no parallel imports.

Overview

OCP NIC 3.0 is the Open Compute Project's standardized mezzanine card specification, designed to let server builders swap network interfaces without touching the PCIe riser layout. The MT710-2T2O follows that spec and uses SFP+ ports for fiber or direct-attach copper connections — the interface type confirmed for this SKU. If you're standardizing a rack build around OCP 3.0 bays (common in newer AsRock Rack and other OCP-compliant server platforms), this card slots into that ecosystem rather than a traditional PCIe NIC bracket.

Key Features

• OCP NIC 3.0 form factor: mounts in the dedicated OCP mezzanine bay instead of a PCIe slot — on supported chassis this keeps your PCIe lanes free for storage or GPU expansion rather than networking.
• SFP+ interface: accepts SFP+ transceivers or direct-attach copper cabling, giving you the flexibility to run fiber runs between racks or short-reach DAC within a rack without committing to a fixed cabling type.
• Compact footprint (4.53 x 3.00 in): fits the standard OCP 3.0 small form factor cage, so it drops into chassis already built around that spec without modification.
• Light weight (0.07 lb): a card this light adds negligible load on the OCP cage hardware and mounting tab — a non-issue for chassis-level structural planning.
• Vietnam manufacturing origin: a documented country of origin for import/customs and NDAA sourcing-review paperwork, which some government and enterprise procurement teams require on file before purchase order approval.

Integration & Compatibility

Because this is an OCP NIC 3.0 card rather than a PCIe add-in adapter, compatibility depends on your server chassis having an OCP 3.0 mezzanine bay wired for SFP+ — check your server vendor's OCP slot documentation before ordering to confirm electrical and mechanical compatibility. The MT710-2T2O (often searched as MT710 2T2O) is positioned as a rack server accessory rather than a standalone networking appliance, so pair it with a chassis and switch infrastructure that already expects SFP+ uplinks. For broader planning around rack network architecture, see the guidance in a PoE and network planning guide, and browse the full network switches category if you're building out the upstream switching to match this card's SFP+ ports. If you're sourcing multiple OCP NIC variants for a fleet standardization project, the broader AsRock catalog is worth reviewing for other OCP 3.0 options before you commit to a single interface type.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What server chassis is the AsRock MT710-2T2O compatible with?

A: It uses the OCP NIC 3.0 mezzanine form factor, so it requires a server chassis with an OCP 3.0-compliant bay wired for SFP+. Confirm your specific server's OCP slot specification before ordering.

Q: Does the MT710-2T2O use fiber or copper SFP+ transceivers?

A: The card uses an SFP+ interface, which accepts either fiber SFP+ transceivers or direct-attach copper (DAC) cabling depending on the transceiver or cable you pair with it.

Q: Where is the AsRock MT710-2T2O manufactured?

A: Vietnam, per the manufacturer's country-of-origin documentation for this SKU.

Q: How much does the MT710-2T2O weigh, and will it fit a standard OCP 3.0 cage?

A: It weighs approximately 0.07 lb and measures 4.53 x 3.00 in, consistent with the standard OCP NIC 3.0 small form factor cage dimensions.

Eden Phillips

The MT710-2T2O is a straightforward OCP NIC 3.0 card, and the detail that matters most here is the interface: SFP+. That's the spec that determines what cabling and transceivers you're buying alongside it.

Technical Highlights:

• SFP+ interface: lets you choose fiber or DAC copper per-run rather than being locked into a fixed cable type — useful when a rack build mixes short in-rack DAC runs with longer fiber uplinks to a core switch.
• 4.53 x 3.00 in OCP 3.0 footprint: matches the small form factor OCP cage dimension, so verify your chassis vendor's OCP bay spec sheet before ordering to avoid a mechanical mismatch.
• 0.07 lb weight: negligible mass on the OCP cage tab, which simplifies mechanical qualification versus a full-length PCIe card.

Deployment Considerations:

• This card only fits chassis with an OCP NIC 3.0 bay — it will not install in a standard PCIe slot, so confirm your server platform's OCP support before purchase.
• The evidence on hand doesn't confirm port speed (1G/10G/25G) or port count beyond the SFP+ interface designation — get written confirmation from your server vendor's compatibility list if the deployment requires a specific link speed.

Best fit: a rack server refresh where the chassis already ships with an open OCP 3.0 bay and the build calls for SFP+ uplinks instead of onboard RJ-45, letting you keep PCIe slots free for storage or GPU cards. MT710-2T2O (often searched as MT710 2T2O) buyers should cross-check chassis OCP compatibility first.