Mellanox MCX4121A-XCAT ConnectX-4 Lx EN Network Interface Card
The Mellanox MCX4121A-XCAT ConnectX-4 Lx EN is a high-performance, dual-port 10GbE SFP28 network interface card (NIC) designed for cloud data centers, enterprise networking, storage applications, and virtualization. Featuring a PCIe 3.0 x8 interface, this NIC delivers low-latency, high-throughput connectivity with advanced networking features, making it ideal for demanding workloads.
Key Features
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10GbE Dual-Port Connectivity – Supports two SFP28 ports for high-speed networking.
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PCIe 3.0 x8 Interface – Provides fast and efficient data transfer with minimal bottlenecks.
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Low Latency & High Throughput – Optimized for enterprise applications, cloud computing, and storage networks.
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RDMA Over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) – Reduces CPU load and accelerates data transfers.
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Virtualization Support – Compatible with SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, and Geneve for cloud environments.
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Advanced Security Features – Includes hardware-based encryption and secure boot technology.
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Energy Efficient Design – Offers low power consumption for optimized data center performance.
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Tall Bracket Included – Suitable for standard server installations (low-profile bracket available separately).
BENEFITS of MCX4121A-XCAT
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Improves network performance in cloud and enterprise environments.
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Ideal for software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV).
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Supports high-speed storage solutions for NAS and SAN deployments.
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Enhances AI, machine learning, and data processing workloads with low-latency networking.
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Cost-effective dual-port 10GbE solution for scalable network infrastructure.
Technical Specifications: MCX4121A-XCAT
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Model | MCX4121A-XCAT |
| Network Speed | 10GbE |
| 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, secure connectivity for critical business applications.
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Cloud & Virtualized Environments – Optimized for SDN and NFV in large-scale cloud deployments.
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High-Speed Storage Networks – Enhances data transfer speeds in NAS and SAN environments.
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AI & Machine Learning – Delivers low-latency performance for AI and data analytics workloads.
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Edge Computing – Ideal for low-power, high-performance edge networking solutions.
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