Mellanox MCX4121A-ACAT ConnectX-4 Lx EN Network Interface Card
The Mellanox MCX4121A-ACAT ConnectX-4 Lx EN is a high-performance, dual-port 25GbE SFP28 network interface card (NIC) designed for data centers, cloud computing, high-performance computing (HPC), and enterprise networking. Featuring PCIe 3.0 x8 connectivity, it delivers low-latency, high-throughput networking with advanced virtualization and security features, making it ideal for modern network infrastructures.
Key Features
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25GbE Dual-Port Connectivity – Provides two high-speed SFP28 ports for enhanced network performance.
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PCIe 3.0 x8 Interface – Ensures fast, efficient data transfer with minimal bottlenecks.
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Low Latency & High Throughput – Optimized for data-intensive workloads in cloud and enterprise environments.
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RDMA Over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) – Reduces CPU overhead and improves data transfer efficiency.
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Virtualization Support – Compatible with SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, and Geneve for virtualized workloads.
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Advanced Security Features – Includes hardware-based encryption, secure boot, and network isolation.
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Energy Efficient Design – Optimized for low power consumption and high-performance efficiency.
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Tall Bracket Included – Suitable for rack-mounted servers (low-profile bracket available separately).
BENEFITS of MCX4121A-ACAT
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Enhances data center infrastructure with high-speed, low-latency connectivity.
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Ideal for software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV).
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Accelerates cloud applications, big data analytics, and AI workloads.
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Supports high-speed storage solutions for NAS and SAN deployments.
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Scalable and cost-effective solution for cloud-based and enterprise applications.
Technical Specifications: MCX4121A-ACAT
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Model | MCX4121A-ACAT |
| Network Speed | 25GbE |
| Ports | 2 × SFP28 |
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| RDMA Support | RoCE |
| Virtualization | SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve |
| Security Features | Secure Boot, Hardware Encryption |
| Form Factor | Standard with Tall Bracket (low-profile option available) |
| Power Consumption | Low Power Design |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C |
| Compliance | RoHS, IEEE 802.3 |
Applications
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Enterprise Networking – Provides high-speed, low-latency connectivity for critical business applications.
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Cloud & Virtualized Environments – Optimized for large-scale cloud computing and virtualized workloads.
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High-Performance Storage Networks – Ensures fast and efficient data transfer for NAS and SAN solutions.
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AI & Machine Learning – Enhances compute-intensive applications with high-throughput networking.
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Edge Computing – Supports distributed network architectures with low power and high performance.
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