Mellanox MCX4131A-GCAT ConnectX-4 Lx Ethernet Adapter Card
The Mellanox MCX4131A-GCAT ConnectX-4 Lx is a high-performance, single-port 50GbE QSFP28 Ethernet adapter card, designed for data centers, cloud environments, high-performance computing (HPC), and enterprise networking. Featuring PCIe 3.0 x8 connectivity, it delivers low-latency and high-throughput networking, ensuring optimized performance for demanding workloads.
Key Features
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50GbE Single-Port Connectivity – Supports high-speed QSFP28 networking for superior bandwidth.
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PCIe 3.0 x8 Interface – Provides efficient and high-speed data transmission with minimal latency.
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RDMA Over Converged Ethernet (RoCE v2) – Reduces CPU overhead and accelerates network performance.
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Low Latency & High Throughput – Ideal for data-intensive applications, including cloud computing and AI.
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Virtualization Support – Compatible with SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, and Geneve for cloud and virtualized environments.
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Energy-Efficient Design – Optimized for low power consumption, reducing operational costs.
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Tall Bracket Included – Suitable for rack-mounted servers (low-profile bracket available separately).
BENEFITS of MCX4131A-GCAT
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Accelerates storage, networking, and computing workloads with high-speed 50GbE connectivity.
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Enhanced scalability for data centers and virtualized environments.
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Optimized for AI, ML, and HPC applications requiring low-latency networking.
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Reduces operational costs with energy-efficient architecture.
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Supports next-generation networking protocols for improved efficiency.
Technical Specifications: MCX4131A-GCAT
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Model | MCX4131A-GCAT |
| Network Speed | 50GbE |
| Ports | 1 × QSFP28 |
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| RDMA Support | RoCE v2 |
| Virtualization | SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve |
| 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 – High-speed and reliable connectivity for critical business applications.
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Cloud & Virtualized Environments – Optimized for large-scale cloud computing and virtualization workloads.
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High-Performance Computing (HPC) – Supports AI, machine learning, and research applications.
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Storage Networks – Enables fast and efficient data transfer for NAS and SAN solutions.
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Telecommunications & Edge Computing – Delivers low-latency, high-bandwidth connectivity for distributed networks.
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