Mellanox MCX311A-XCAT
The Mellanox MCX311A-XCAT ConnectX-3 EN is a cost-effective, high-performance 10GbE single-port SFP+ network interface card designed for enterprise, cloud, and storage networking environments. Leveraging PCIe 3.0 x4 interface at 8GT/s, this adapter delivers reliable throughput and low latency, making it suitable for small to mid-scale data centers and virtualized deployments.
Key Features
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Single-Port 10GbE SFP+ Connectivity – Offers high-speed network performance with a compact footprint, ideal for scalable server and storage systems.
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PCIe 3.0 x4 Interface (8GT/s) – Ensures efficient bandwidth utilization and high-throughput connectivity.
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RDMA Support – Enables low-latency, high-performance computing through RDMA over Ethernet.
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Virtualization Support – Optimized for virtualized environments with support for technologies like SR-IOV and VMware NetQueue.
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Energy Efficient Design – Delivers high performance with optimized power usage, suitable for energy-conscious deployments.
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Advanced Networking Features – Includes support for VLAN tagging, checksum offload, TSO, LRO, and flow control.
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Compact Form Factor – Ideal for small form factor systems and dense server configurations.
BENEFITS of MCX311A-XCAT
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Provides 10GbE connectivity in a single-port form factor at a cost-effective price point.
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Supports low-latency data transfers, making it suitable for enterprise applications and virtualized systems.
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Integrates easily with existing cloud and storage networks with SFP+ compatibility.
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Reduces CPU load via offloading features to maximize application performance.
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Ideal for entry-level HPC, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), and small-to-mid enterprise environments.
Technical Specifications: Mellanox MCX311A-XCAT
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Model | MCX311A-XCAT |
| Network Speed | 10GbE |
| Ports | 1 × SFP+ |
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x4 (8GT/s) |
| RDMA Support | Yes |
| Virtualization | SR-IOV, NetQueue |
| Offloading Features | TSO, LRO, Checksum Offload |
| Form Factor | Low-profile and tall bracket options |
| Power Consumption | Energy-efficient design |
| Operating Temp. | 0°C to 55°C |
| Compliance | RoHS, IEEE 802.3ae |
Applications
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Enterprise Networking – Provides reliable high-speed connectivity for business-critical applications.
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Cloud and Virtualized Data Centers – Enhances VM networking performance and scalability.
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Storage Networks – Ideal for high-throughput access to storage systems and backup networks.
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HPC & Research Labs – Suitable for basic HPC clusters requiring cost-effective 10GbE solutions.
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Small to Mid-size Businesses – Improves infrastructure performance with a future-ready network upgrade path.
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