Mellanox MCX413A-GCAT ConnectX-4 EN Network Interface Card
MCX413A-GCAT 50GbE Single-Port QSFP28, PCIe 3.0 x8, Tall Bracket
1. Overview of MCX413A-GCAT
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High-performance 50GbE Network Interface Card (NIC) for data centers, cloud computing, AI, and high-performance computing (HPC).
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Single QSFP28 port delivers ultra-fast networking with low latency and high throughput.
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PCIe 3.0 x8 interface ensures seamless integration with modern servers.
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Supports RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE), TCP/UDP/IP acceleration, VXLAN, NVGRE, and congestion control for optimized performance.
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Designed for enterprise-grade reliability, scalability, and high-efficiency networking.
2. Key Features of MCX413A-GCAT
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50GbE Ultra-Fast Connectivity – Enables high-speed data transfer for demanding workloads.
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Single QSFP28 Port – Compatible with multiple network transceivers and cables.
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PCIe 3.0 x8 Interface – Provides high bandwidth and efficient performance.
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Advanced Network Acceleration – Supports RoCEv2, TCP/UDP/IP acceleration, hardware congestion control, and packet pacing.
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Optimized for Low Latency & High Throughput – Ideal for real-time applications, cloud computing, and AI workloads.
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Enterprise-Grade Design – Ensures stability, scalability, and long-term reliability.
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Full-Height (Tall Bracket) – Compatible with standard server chassis.
3. Specifications
| Specification | Details |
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| Model | Mellanox MCX413A-GCAT (ConnectX-4 EN) |
| Ethernet Speed | 50Gbps |
| Port Type | Single QSFP28 |
| Bus Interface | PCI Express 3.0 x8 |
| Bracket Type | Tall bracket (full-height) |
| Network Features | RoCEv2, TCP/UDP/IP acceleration, hardware congestion control |
| Packet Processing | VXLAN, NVGRE, RDMA, Offload Engine |
| Power Consumption | ~8W (typical) |
| Supported Operating Systems | Windows, Linux, VMware ESXi |
| Form Factor | PCIe NIC |
4. Ideal Use Cases
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Data Centers & Cloud Networking – Optimized for enterprise cloud infrastructure and hyperscale environments.
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High-Performance Computing (HPC) – Provides low-latency interconnects for supercomputing applications.
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AI & Machine Learning – Ensures high-speed networking for AI model training and deep learning applications.
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Storage Networking – Facilitates high-speed data access for NAS, SAN, and hyper-converged infrastructure.
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Virtualization & NFV – Enhances performance for Network Function Virtualization (NFV) and Software-Defined Networking (SDN).
5. Application
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Used in enterprise IT, cloud service providers, AI research, and large-scale networking infrastructures.
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Ideal for big data analytics, high-speed storage solutions, and next-generation networking environments.
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Supports large-scale deployments requiring ultra-fast, reliable, and low-latency network connectivity.
