Mellanox MCX415A-CCAT ConnectX-4 EN Network Interface Card
The Mellanox MCX415A-CCAT ConnectX-4 EN is a high-performance 100GbE single-port QSFP28 network interface card (NIC) designed for data centers, cloud computing, high-performance computing (HPC), and enterprise networking. It utilizes PCIe 3.0 x16 connectivity to deliver low-latency, high-bandwidth networking, making it ideal for demanding workloads and large-scale deployments.
Key Features
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100GbE High-Speed Connectivity – Provides ultra-fast data transfer for bandwidth-intensive applications.
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Single QSFP28 Port – Supports a wide range of transceivers and cables for flexible networking.
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PCIe 3.0 x16 Interface – Ensures maximum bandwidth utilization for high-throughput applications.
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Low Latency & High Throughput – Optimized for real-time applications, AI, and cloud computing.
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RDMA Over Converged Ethernet (RoCEv2) – Reduces CPU load and improves network efficiency.
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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 power consumption for superior performance-per-watt.
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Tall Bracket Included – Designed for standard rack-mounted servers (low-profile bracket available separately).
BENEFITS of MCX415A-CCAT
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High-performance silicon for applications requiring ultra-high bandwidth, low latency, and high message rates.
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Superior network and storage performance with advanced hardware acceleration features.
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Smart interconnect technology for x86, Power, Arm, and GPU-based compute and storage platforms.
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Enhanced performance in virtualized overlay networks, including NVGRE and Geneve.
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Reduces data center costs and complexity with efficient I/O consolidation.
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Accelerates virtualization workloads for modern cloud environments.
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Power-efficient operation with optimized energy consumption.
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Scalability to support thousands of servers in large-scale enterprise deployments.
Technical Specifications: MCX415A-CCAT
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Model | MCX415A-CCAT |
| Network Speed | 100GbE |
| Ports | 1 × QSFP28 |
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| RDMA Support | RoCEv2 |
| Virtualization | SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve |
| Form Factor | Standard with Tall Bracket (low-profile option available) |
| Power Consumption | ~10W (typical) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C |
| Compliance | RoHS, IEEE 802.3 |
Specifications
- Part Number: MCX415A-CCAT
- I/O bus architecture: PCIe3 x16
- Slot requirement: For details about slot priorities and placement rules, see PCIe adapter placement rules and slot priorities and select the system you are working on.
- Supported Systems: POWER8® processor-based systems – 8001-12C and 8001-22C
- Voltage: 12 V
- Form factor: Short, with full-height tailstock
- Maximum number: For details about the maximum number of adapters that are supported, see PCIe adapter placement rules and slot priorities and select the system you are working on.
- Attributes provided
- 100 Gb/s Ethernet per port
- Supports two physical NVMe devices
- Single and dual-port options available
- Hardware-based I/O virtualization
- Cables: Mellanox LinkX 10, 25, 40, 50 and 100 Gb/s Direct Attach Copper cables (DACs), Copper Splitter cables, Active Optical Cables (AOCs), and Transceivers.
Applications
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High-Performance Computing (HPC) – Reduces latency and enhances data transmission for AI, ML, and big data analytics.
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Cloud & Data Centers – Supports hyperscale deployments with high-speed networking and RDMA capabilities.
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Enterprise Networking – Ensures low-latency, high-throughput connectivity for mission-critical applications.
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Storage Networks – Facilitates fast and efficient data transfer for NAS, SAN, and distributed storage solutions.
