Broadcom N425G 4-Ports 25Gb/s 25Gigabit Ethernet SFP28 PCI Express 4.0 x16 OCP 3.0 SFF Network Adapter. In Stock Brand: Broadcom Part Number: N425G Category: Transceiver Key Specs: 4-Port, 425G Availability: In Stock Shipping: Fast US-based shipping Order the Broadcom N425G today from ProDisk Network — your trusted source for enterprise IT hardware. All products are quality-tested and backed by our support team.
The N425G is a Broadcom transceiver component with capacity 25 GB, interface PCI Express, data rate 25 Gb/s. Pro Disk Network sells the N425G for $907.37 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
Quick Answer: Is the N425G compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every N425G against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the N425G ship?
N425G orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
The N425G is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Server Uplink — 10G/25G server-to-leaf uplink — pair with matching DAC or AOC at the host NIC to avoid optic mismatch.
DCI (Data Center Interconnect) — Inter-DC routing or aggregation. LR4/LR8 transceivers for 10–80 km, ER4 for 40 km, ZR4 for coherent long-haul.
Campus Distribution — Catalyst-class campus distribution between IDF and MDF closets. PoE+ where wireless APs and IP phones share infrastructure.
Branch / Edge — Smaller form-factor switches and routers for branch sites. SD-WAN-compatible or static-VPN-attached as the architecture dictates.
What is the N425G?
The N425G is a Broadcom network interface module with capacity 25 GB and interface PCI Express, manufactured by Broadcom. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of N425G
Pros
Same-day US shipping cuts deployment downtime
Cons
Not for hyperscale ZR coherent — different SKU family
Some vendors deprecate firmware on EOL part numbers
Mismatched optic+switch firmware can require manual override
Frequently Asked Questions about N425G
Is the N425G a genuine Broadcom part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every N425G as factory-original Broadcom inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Broadcom servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Is the N425G compatible with my switch?
Pro Disk Network validates every N425G against the target switch's published compatibility matrix before shipment. If you let us know your switch model and firmware version, we will confirm fitment and code the module appropriately (Cisco-coded, Juniper-coded, HPE-coded, etc.) at no extra charge.
How fast does the N425G ship?
N425G orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the N425G?
New N425G units carry the full Broadcom manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the N425G?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Optic Coding, Vendor Lock-In, and Multi-Vendor Compatibility
For Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and NX-OS switches, the N425G works out-of-box if coded for Cisco; for Aruba ArubaOS-CX, code for HPE/Aruba; for Juniper Junos, code for Juniper. Pro Disk Network confirms the target vendor coding at order time and applies it before shipping. Misordered coding can be flashed in the field but the lead time is longer than ordering correctly the first time.
Bandwidth Sizing for Spine-Leaf, EVPN-VXLAN, and Hyperconverged Storage
Document optic types and bandwidth in your network drawings: SR-SR for intra-rack, LR-LR for inter-rack and DCI, ZR4 for long-haul coherent. Mismatched optic-distance ratings is the most common cause of intermittent link errors that look like cable problems but aren't.