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44R9972 IBM InfiniBand 1-Port 4X DDR PCIe Host Channel Adapter Card

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44R9972

Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Single-port 4X DDR InfiniBand adapter for high-speed data transfer
  • PCIe interface ensures seamless integration with server systems
  • Optimized for low latency and high throughput in clustered environments
  • Supports advanced networking protocols for efficient communication
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$69.00
Product Overview

The 44R9972 - IBM InfiniBand 1-Port 4X DDR PCIe Host Channel Adapter Card enables rapid data transfer across server nodes through a dedicated InfiniBand port. It fits into PCIe slots to enhance existing server capabilities, supporting environments where speed and low latency are necessary for cluster communication and data exchanges.

General Information
Brand IBM
Technical Information
Port Count 1-Port (Single)
Bus Interface PCIe 2.0 x8
Generation N/A
Chipset / Controller Mellanox (ConnectX series)
Network Topology Switched Fabric (N-Port)
Bracket Height Full Height (Standard)
Advanced Features & Compatibility
OS Compatibility VMware ESXi 7.x, RHEL 8, RHEL 9, SLES 15
Physical Characteristics
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished
Miscellaneous
Assembly Required No
Compliance Standards RoHS, CE, FCC


Product Description

The 44R9972 is a 1-port 4X DDR InfiniBand host channel adapter designed to facilitate high-performance connectivity between servers and storage or compute clusters. It is commonly found in data centers and enterprise environments where fast inter-node communication is critical.

Built for IT professionals managing scalable infrastructure, this adapter supports demanding workloads that require reliable, low-latency connections. It often integrates with servers running virtualization or parallel processing tasks.

Key Features

  • Delivers 20 Gbps bandwidth per port for expedited data flows
  • Utilizes PCIe bus for quick interface with host systems
  • Compatible with various operating systems and InfiniBand fabrics
  • Offers robust error handling and diagnostic capabilities
  • Designed to reduce latency in clustered compute environments

This adapter plays a crucial role in maintaining efficient communication within high-performance computing setups. Its reliability and consistent throughput contribute to smoother operations and better resource utilization across connected systems.


Use Cases

This InfiniBand adapter is typically utilized in enterprise data centers and high-performance computing clusters where fast, reliable communication between servers is essential. It benefits system administrators and network engineers tasked with optimizing distributed computing resources.

How It's Used:

  • Connects nodes in HPC clusters to facilitate parallel processing workloads
  • Integrates with storage clusters to accelerate data access and backup operations
  • Supports virtualization environments requiring low-latency interconnects
  • Used in enterprise IT settings to enhance data center network performance
  • Deployed in rack-mounted servers to improve inter-server communication

By providing a dedicated high-speed link, the adapter helps improve overall system responsiveness and supports scalable infrastructure expansion, enhancing operational efficiency across networked environments.


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44R9972 IBM InfiniBand 1-Port 4X DDR PCIe Host Channel Adapter Card
44R9972 IBM InfiniBand 1-Port 4X DDR PCIe Host Channel Adapter Card
$69.00