Mellanox MCX354A-FCBT
The Mellanox MCX354A-FCBT ConnectX-3 VPI Adapter Card is a high-performance network interface card (NIC) designed to provide dual-port 56Gb/s FDR InfiniBand or 40/56GbE Ethernet connectivity. Featuring PCIe 3.0 x8 (8GT/s) and dual QSFP ports, this adapter is optimized for data centers, high-performance computing (HPC) environments, and enterprise applications requiring ultra-high-speed, low-latency network communication.
Key Features
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Dual FDR 56Gb/s or 40/56GbE QSFP Ports – Delivers dual high-speed, flexible connectivity for both InfiniBand and Ethernet environments, supporting up to 56Gb/s bandwidth.
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PCIe 3.0 x8 Interface (8GT/s) – Ensures seamless integration with high-performance servers while providing maximum bandwidth for demanding workloads.
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VPI (Virtual Protocol Interconnect) – Supports InfiniBand and Ethernet protocols, enabling flexible deployments and simplifying network management.
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RDMA Support (RoCE v2 & iWARP) – Provides low-latency, high-throughput communication for data-intensive applications like AI, machine learning, and storage.
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Virtualization Support – Includes SR-IOV for efficient networking in virtualized environments, ideal for cloud computing and multi-tenant data centers.
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Enhanced Data Offloading – Reduces CPU overhead with TSO, LRO, and checksum offload, optimizing network efficiency and data transfer speeds.
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Tall Bracket Included – Designed for standard server racks (low-profile bracket available separately).
BENEFITS of MCX354A-FCBT
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High-speed, low-latency connectivity for demanding enterprise, cloud, and HPC workloads.
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Dual FDR InfiniBand and Ethernet support offers deployment flexibility and easy integration with existing infrastructures.
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Optimized for virtualization with SR-IOV, enabling efficient networking for cloud environments and multi-tenant architectures.
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Accelerates data transfers in applications like big data analytics, AI workloads, and real-time data processing.
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Reduces CPU overhead with advanced hardware offloading, improving overall system performance and network efficiency.
Technical Specifications: Mellanox MCX354A-FCBT
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Model | MCX354A-FCBT |
| Network Speed | 56Gb/s FDR InfiniBand or 40/56GbE |
| Ports | 2 × QSFP |
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x8 (8GT/s) |
| RDMA Support | Yes (RoCE v2, iWARP) |
| Virtualization | SR-IOV |
| Hardware Offloading | TSO, LRO, Checksum Offload |
| Form Factor | Standard with Tall Bracket |
| Power Consumption | Low Power Design |
| Operating Temp. | 0°C to 55°C |
| Compliance | RoHS, IEEE 802.3 |
Applications
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Data Centers & Cloud Networking – Provides dual high-bandwidth and low-latency connectivity for cloud infrastructures and data centers.
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High-Performance Computing (HPC) – Supports high-throughput communication for big data, scientific simulations, AI, and machine learning workloads.
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Virtualized Environments – Ideal for virtualized data centers, improving scalability and network performance for cloud and enterprise applications.
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Storage Networking – Optimized for high-speed data transfers in storage area networks (SAN) and network-attached storage (NAS) systems.
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AI & Machine Learning – Enhances real-time data processing for deep learning and other AI applications.
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