Mellanox MCX416A-GCAT ConnectX-4 EN Network Interface Card
The Mellanox MCX416A-GCAT ConnectX-4 EN is a high-performance 50GbE dual-port QSFP28 network interface card (NIC) designed for data centers, high-performance computing (HPC), cloud computing, and enterprise networking. With PCIe 3.0 x16 connectivity, it delivers low latency, high throughput, and superior scalability, making it ideal for AI workloads, big data analytics, and high-speed storage networks.
Key Features
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50GbE Dual-Port Connectivity – Ensures high-speed data transfer for demanding applications.
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Dual QSFP28 Ports – Compatible with optical and copper transceivers for flexible networking.
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PCIe 3.0 x16 Interface – Offers maximum bandwidth utilization for high-performance workloads.
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Low Latency & High Throughput – Optimized for HPC, AI, cloud computing, and storage networking.
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RDMA Over Converged Ethernet (RoCEv2) – Reduces CPU overhead and enhances network efficiency.
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Virtualization Support – Compatible with SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, and Geneve for virtualized environments.
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Energy-Efficient Design – Provides optimal power efficiency without compromising performance.
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Tall Bracket Included – Standard for rack-mounted servers (low-profile bracket available separately).
BENEFITS of MCX416A-GCAT
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High-performance network acceleration for AI, ML, and real-time data processing.
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Enhanced data center efficiency with smart interconnect technology.
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Low-latency networking for HPC, financial trading, and cloud infrastructure.
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Optimized for software-defined networking (SDN) and virtualized deployments.
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Reduces operational costs with efficient I/O consolidation.
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Scalable to support thousands of nodes in large-scale networks.
Technical Specifications: MCX416A-GCAT
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Model | MCX416A-GCAT |
| Network Speed | 50GbE |
| Ports | 2 × 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 |
Applications
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High-Performance Computing (HPC) – Delivers ultra-low latency and high bandwidth for scientific research and AI.
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Cloud & Data Centers – Supports massive-scale deployments with RDMA and virtualized networking.
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Enterprise Networking – Provides reliable, high-speed connectivity for business applications.
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Storage Networks – Enables high-speed data transfers for NAS, SAN, and distributed storage systems.
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AI & Machine Learning Workloads – Ensures fast data processing for AI model training and inference.
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