This is an HPE Mellanox ConnectX-5 Dual-Port 100GbE Network Adapter Card, supporting both InfiniBand and Ethernet protocols, in a High-Profile form factor (P/N: 878579-001, CX556A, 872726-B21, 872726-H21, 877690-001, PCB001836_00). Designed for the most demanding high-performance computing (HPC), artificial intelligence (AI), and enterprise data center environments, this adapter delivers unparalleled network throughput and ultra-low latency.
Powered by the cutting-edge Mellanox ConnectX-5 controller, this dual-port adapter provides incredible 100 Gigabit Ethernet (100GbE) connectivity. Its unique capability to operate as either a 100Gb InfiniBand or 100Gb Ethernet adapter offers maximum flexibility, allowing seamless integration into diverse network fabrics. The high-profile bracket makes it suitable for standard server chassis (often 2U and larger). It leverages the PCIe 3.0 x16 or PCIe 4.0 x16 interface (depending on server slot capability) for maximum bandwidth to the host. The ConnectX-5 supports advanced features like RDMA (Remote Direct Memory Access) over Converged Ethernet (RoCE), NVMe over Fabrics (NVMe-oF), hardware offloads for virtualization and storage, and adaptive routing, making it an indispensable component for accelerating data-intensive workloads, improving server efficiency, and reducing overall TCO.
Key Features
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Genuine HPE & Mellanox Part: Ensures perfect compatibility, validated performance, and reliability with HPE ProLiant servers.
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Mellanox ConnectX-5 Controller: Industry-leading chipset for extreme network performance and advanced features.
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Dual-Port 100GbE Connectivity: Provides two (2) 100 Gigabit Ethernet (or InfiniBand) ports for ultra-high-speed network throughput.
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Dual Protocol Support (InfiniBand / Ethernet): Offers ultimate flexibility for integration into diverse network fabrics.
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PCIe 3.0/4.0 x16 Interface: Delivers maximum bandwidth to the host server for optimal performance.
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High-Profile Bracket: Suitable for installation in standard server chassis.
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Ultra-Low Latency & High Throughput: Essential for HPC, AI/ML, big data analytics, and high-frequency trading.
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Advanced Hardware Offloads: Supports RoCE, NVMe-oF, SR-IOV, and other offloads to free up CPU cycles.
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Enhanced Virtualization: Improves performance and efficiency for virtualized environments.
Other Related parts number: CX556A, 872726-B21, 872726-H21, 877690-001, PCB001836_00, 877691-B21
