MCX653105A-HDAT is a network adapter card, commonly known as a NIC (Network Interface Card), produced by Mellanox Technologies, which is now part of NVIDIA. This card is part of the ConnectX-6 family and is designed for high-performance computing, data centers, and enterprise environments requiring high-speed network connectivity. Here's an overview of its features and specifications:
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High-Speed Connectivity:
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100GbE: The card supports 100 Gigabit Ethernet (100GbE) connectivity, providing ultra-fast data transfer rates suitable for demanding applications and large-scale data processing.
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Port Configuration:
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Single Port: It typically comes with a single 100GbE port, utilizing a QSFP28 connector. This allows for flexible connectivity options with various network equipment.
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Advanced Features:
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RDMA: Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA) over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) is supported, enabling low-latency and high-throughput data transfers.
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Offloading: Supports various offloading features to enhance performance, such as TCP/IP stateless offload, hardware-based I/O virtualization, and intelligent interrupt coalescence.
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Security: Includes advanced security features like hardware root of trust, secure firmware updates, and embedded security engines.
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Performance:
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Low Latency: Designed for low-latency operations, making it ideal for high-performance computing (HPC), financial services, and other latency-sensitive applications.
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High Throughput: Capable of handling massive data throughput, ensuring efficient data processing and transfer.
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Compatibility:
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PCIe Interface: Utilizes a PCI Express 4.0 x16 interface, providing high bandwidth and compatibility with modern servers and workstations.
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Driver Support: Compatible with a wide range of operating systems and virtualization platforms, including Windows, Linux, and VMware.
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Environmental Specifications:
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Operating Temperature: Typically designed to operate within a temperature range of 0°C to 45°C.
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Power Consumption: Efficient power usage to ensure optimal performance without excessive energy consumption.
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Data Centers: Ideal for data center environments requiring high-speed network connectivity and efficient data processing.
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High-Performance Computing (HPC): Suitable for HPC applications where low latency and high throughput are critical.
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Enterprise Networks: Perfect for enterprise networks needing robust and secure network adapters for heavy-duty tasks.
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Cloud Computing: Supports cloud infrastructure with scalable, high-performance networking capabilities.
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Connectivity:
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100GbE Port: Single 100 Gigabit Ethernet port with QSFP28 connector.
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PCIe Interface: PCI Express 4.0 x16.
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Advanced Networking Features:
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RDMA (RoCE): Enables low-latency, high-throughput data transfers.
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Offload Engines: Supports various offloading features for enhanced performance.
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Security Features:
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Hardware Root of Trust.
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Secure Firmware Updates.
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Embedded Security Engines.
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Performance:
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Low Latency: Optimized for low-latency operations.
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High Throughput: Capable of high data throughput.