Name: 01PE285 Lenovo Mellanox ConnectX-5 Dual-Port 25/40GbE QSFP28 Network Adapter Card
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 01PE285
Price: 504.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Lenovo Mellanox ConnectX-5 Dual-Port 25/40GbE QSFP28 adapter is designed to deliver fast and reliable networking for ThinkSystem servers. It fits into data centers or environments that need robust connectivity with low latency, supporting tasks that demand high bandwidth and continuous uptime.

General Information
Brand	Lenovo
Part Number	01PE285

Technical Information
Chipset/Controller	Mellanox ConnectX-5
Virtualization Support	SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve
Data Rate (Speed)	40GbE
Data Center Bridging	Yes
Storage Over Ethernet	iSCSI, SMB Direct
Interface (Bus)	PCIe 3.0 x8
Number of Ports	2-Port (Dual)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL
Network Management	SNMP, NC-SI
Offload Support	RDMA, RoCE v2, iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, RoCE v1, Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height	Both Brackets Included

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	Standard PCIe Card
Port Type	QSFP28
Cabling Type	AOC
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
This Lenovo Mellanox ConnectX-5 network adapter card provides high-speed Ethernet connectivity with two QSFP28 ports capable of 25 and 40GbE data rates. It is built for ThinkSystem servers, making it a reliable choice for data centers and enterprise environments requiring fast, stable networking. Often found in settings where efficient data handling and quick communication between servers are critical, this adapter suits IT professionals managing storage, virtualization, or high-performance computing workloads. Key Features High bandwidth support up to 40Gbps for heavy network traffic Dual ports enable flexible connection options and redundancy Optimized for low latency to improve real-time data processing Compatibility ensures smooth integration with Lenovo ThinkSystem servers Supports advanced offloads to reduce CPU load These network adapters are typically installed in enterprise server racks where consistent and speedy network performance is essential. They help maintain efficient data flow and minimize delays in demanding IT operations.

Use Cases
The Lenovo Mellanox ConnectX-5 Dual-Port 25/40GbE QSFP28 Network Adapter is primarily deployed in high-performance computing environments and enterprise data centers that require low latency and high throughput connectivity. IT professionals managing virtualization clusters, storage networks, and large-scale server deployments find this adapter essential for maintaining efficient data flow and network resilience. How It's Used: Connecting high-density virtualization hosts in enterprise IT environments to ensure seamless data migration and minimal network bottlenecks. Enabling storage area networks (SANs) in data centers to facilitate rapid data access and backup operations for critical applications. Supporting cloud infrastructure providers with scalable 25/40GbE links for multi-tenant server farms. Integrating with rack deployments requiring robust, low-latency networking for real-time analytics and AI workloads. Facilitating edge computing nodes that demand reliable, high-bandwidth connections to central data centers. By integrating this network adapter, organizations can enhance operational efficiency through improved bandwidth utilization and reduced latency. Its compatibility with Lenovo ThinkSystem servers ensures scalable network infrastructure that supports demanding workloads and evolving data center architectures.

01PE285 Lenovo Mellanox ConnectX-5 Dual-Port 25/40GbE QSFP28 Network Adapter Card

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Connectivity & Physical

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases