Mellanox MCX456A-ECAT
The Mellanox MCX456A-ECAT ConnectX-4 VPI is a high-performance dual-port 100GbE Ethernet and EDR InfiniBand adapter card designed for HPC, cloud computing, AI, and storage networking. With dual QSFP28 ports and PCIe 3.0 x16 interface, this adapter ensures low-latency, high-bandwidth networking for data-intensive workloads.
Key Features
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Dual-Port 100GbE & EDR InfiniBand – High-speed connectivity with two QSFP28 interfaces.
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PCIe 3.0 x16 Interface – Provides high bandwidth for efficient data transfer.
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RDMA Over Converged Ethernet (RoCE v2) – Supports low-latency, high-performance networking.
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Virtualization-Optimized – Compatible with SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, and Geneve tunneling protocols.
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Hardware Offloading – Reduces CPU overhead and improves network efficiency.
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Security Features – Includes Secure Boot and firmware protection for enhanced data security.
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Energy-Efficient Design – Optimized for low power consumption.
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Tall Bracket Included – Standard server-ready design (low-profile bracket available separately).
BENEFITS of MCX456A-ECAT
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High-speed, low-latency networking for HPC, enterprise, and cloud applications.
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RoCE v2 support for efficient data transfers in storage, AI, and machine learning workloads.
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Enhanced networking acceleration for cloud computing, hyperscale data centers, and enterprise IT.
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Supports NVMe-over-Fabrics (NVMe-oF) for high-speed storage networking.
Technical Specifications: Mellanox MCX456A-ECAT
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Model | MCX456A-ECAT |
| Network Speed | 100GbE / EDR InfiniBand |
| Ports | 2 × QSFP28 |
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| RDMA Support | RoCE v2 |
| Virtualization | SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve |
| Hardware Offloading | Yes |
| Security Features | Secure Boot, Firmware Protection |
| 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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High-Performance Computing (HPC) – Delivers low-latency, high-bandwidth performance.
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Enterprise & Cloud Data Centers – Supports high-speed networking for cloud and IT infrastructures.
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Virtualized Environments – Enhances workload scalability and network efficiency.
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Storage Networking & NVMe-oF – Designed for high-speed data transfers.
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AI & Machine Learning Workloads – Supports real-time data processing and distributed computing.
