Mellanox MCX512A-ACUT ConnectX-5 EN Network Interface Card
The Mellanox MCX512A-ACUT ConnectX-5 EN is a high-performance 10/25GbE dual-port SFP28 network interface card (NIC) designed for data centers, cloud computing, high-performance computing (HPC), and storage solutions. Featuring PCIe 3.0 x8 connectivity, this NIC delivers ultra-low latency, high throughput, and superior networking efficiency for demanding applications. UEFI enabled (x86/ARM), it provides enhanced boot-time network management and security for modern server architectures.
Key Features
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Dual-Port 10/25GbE Connectivity – Supports high-speed data transmission via SFP28 interfaces.
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PCIe 3.0 x8 Interface – Ensures optimal bandwidth utilization with minimal latency.
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RDMA Over Converged Ethernet (RoCE v2) – Enables direct memory access for high-efficiency networking.
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UEFI Boot Support (x86/ARM) – Allows advanced pre-boot configuration and secure network deployment.
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Hardware Offloading – Supports SR-IOV, NVGRE, VXLAN, and Geneve tunneling acceleration.
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Advanced Security – Hardware root of trust, secure firmware updates, and enhanced access control.
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Energy-Efficient Design – Optimized for high-performance computing with low power consumption.
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Tall Bracket Included – Designed for standard server racks (low-profile bracket available separately).
BENEFITS of MCX512A-ACUT
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Scalable high-speed networking for enterprise, cloud, and HPC environments.
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Advanced RoCE v2 support for low-latency, high-bandwidth data movement in storage and AI workloads.
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Optimized for virtualization, enabling efficient workload balancing and high-performance network overlays.
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Enhanced boot security and manageability with UEFI support for x86 and ARM architectures.
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Support for NVMe-over-Fabrics (NVMe-oF) for ultra-fast storage access in data centers.
Technical Specifications: MCX512A-ACUT
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Model | MCX512A-ACUT |
| Network Speed | 10GbE / 25GbE |
| Ports | 2 × SFP28 |
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| RDMA Support | RoCE v2 |
| Virtualization | SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve |
| UEFI Support | Yes (x86/ARM) |
| Security Features | Secure firmware updates, hardware root of trust |
| 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 & Hyperscale Data Centers – Provides ultra-fast, scalable networking for large-scale infrastructure.
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Cloud Computing & Virtualization – Supports high-performance cloud applications with SR-IOV acceleration.
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High-Performance Computing (HPC) – Reduces latency and CPU overhead, enabling faster AI and machine learning workflows.
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Storage Networking – Optimized for NVMe-over-Fabrics (NVMe-oF), ensuring high-speed storage performance.
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Edge Computing & AI Workloads – Delivers low-latency, high-bandwidth networking for real-time data processing.
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