Allied Telesis AT-29M2/LC-BD-901 M.2 Gigabit Fiber Network Adapter
Overview
The AT-29M2/LC-BD-901 is a TAA-compliant M.2 form factor gigabit fiber network interface card designed for deployments where federal procurement compliance is required alongside compact embedded connectivity. Using an LC duplex connector for 1000SX multimode fiber, this adapter targets systems integrators and IT architects who need a slot-efficient NIC with PXE and UEFI boot capability — essential for bare-metal provisioning and network-based OS deployment in government and enterprise environments. The AT-29M2/LC-BD-901 occupies an M.2 slot rather than a PCIe full-height slot, making it the correct choice when chassis real estate is constrained or when deploying in small-form-factor systems without available expansion bays.
Compatibility
This adapter is designed for systems equipped with an M.2 edge connector supporting a gigabit Ethernet NIC. The LC duplex interface pairs with standard 1000BASE-SX multimode fiber infrastructure — compatible with OM1, OM2, OM3, and OM4 multimode cabling plants already deployed in most commercial and government facilities. PXE support integrates with standard DHCP/TFTP-based network boot environments, and UEFI compatibility ensures operation in modern secure-boot platforms. Verify your target system's M.2 key and slot length specifications against Allied Telesis documentation before ordering, as M.2 form factors vary by key type (A, B, E, M) and card length.
Installation Notes
TAA compliance makes the AT-29M2/LC-BD-901 eligible for U.S. federal and GSA schedule purchases where Trade Agreements Act sourcing is mandated — confirm TAA applicability against your specific contract vehicle. PXE and UEFI boot modes may require enabling the NIC in firmware/BIOS settings post-installation; consult the host system's platform configuration guide. LC fiber connections require clean end-faces — use appropriate cleaning tools before mating connectors to avoid insertion loss that degrades 1000SX link performance.
