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4C57A08979 Lenovo 100Gbps EDR IB and 100GbE QSFP28 PCIe3.0 x16 Adapter Card

SKU:
4C57A08979
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 100Gbps EDR InfiniBand and 100GbE Ethernet support
  • QSFP28 single-port interface for high-speed connectivity
  • PCIe 3.0 x16 form factor for fast data transfer
  • Compatible with high-performance computing and data centers
In stock

$559.81

Product Overview

The Lenovo ConnectX-5 VPI Adapter Card provides a versatile bridge between 100Gbps InfiniBand and Ethernet networks, fitting well in servers that demand high-speed, reliable data transfer. It’s a practical choice for environments where both protocols are needed without changing hardware, streamlining network setups and enhancing operational efficiency.

General Information

Brand Lenovo
Part Number 4C57A08979

Technical Information

Chipset/Controller Mellanox ConnectX-5
Virtualization Support SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve, NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed) 100GbE
Data Center Bridging Yes
Storage Over Ethernet iSCSI, NFS, SMB Direct
Interface (Bus) PCIe 3.0 x16
Number of Ports 1-Port
OS Compatibility Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management SNMP, NC-SI
Offload Support RDMA, RoCE v2, iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, RoCE v1, iWARP, TCP Stateless Offload, 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, TUV, cULus


Product Description

The Lenovo ConnectX-5 VPI Adapter Card combines InfiniBand and Ethernet capabilities in a single solution, offering 100Gbps data rates suitable for demanding network environments. It's built for use in servers and storage systems that require ultra-fast data movement and low latency.

Often found in data centers and high-performance computing clusters, this adapter facilitates efficient communication and data exchange, making it ideal for enterprises handling large datasets or complex computations. Network engineers, system administrators, and IT professionals benefit from its versatile connectivity options.

Key Features

  • Delivers 100Gbps bandwidth with low latency for both InfiniBand and Ethernet protocols
  • Equipped with a QSFP28 single-port for streamlined network integration
  • Supports PCIe 3.0 x16 to ensure high throughput and compatibility
  • Designed to accommodate virtual protocol interconnect (VPI) for adaptability
  • Complies with RoHS R6 standards for environmental safety

This adapter card is commonly deployed in enterprise data centers and research facilities where rapid data processing is crucial. It helps reduce bottlenecks and supports scalable network designs.

By enabling flexible and fast connections, it plays a key role in maintaining the performance and reliability of complex systems.


Use Cases

The Lenovo 4C57A08979 ConnectX-5 VPI Adapter Card is designed for high-performance computing environments requiring seamless integration between InfiniBand and Ethernet networks. It is particularly suited for data centers and enterprise servers handling mixed protocol workloads or needing versatile, high-bandwidth connectivity.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting HPC clusters in research institutions where both 100Gbps EDR InfiniBand and Ethernet traffic coexist.
  • Enabling virtualization platforms in enterprise data centers that demand flexible network protocol support without hardware changes.
  • Facilitating storage clusters requiring low-latency access over InfiniBand alongside Ethernet-based management traffic.
  • Integrating edge computing nodes that process large data streams with dual-protocol network requirements.
  • Supporting cloud service providers needing scalable and reliable network adapters for multi-tenant data centers.

This adapter card enhances operational efficiency by allowing dual-protocol network support within a single hardware platform, reducing complexity in infrastructure management. Its scalable design supports growing bandwidth demands, helping IT teams maintain performance as workloads evolve.


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4C57A08979 Lenovo 100Gbps EDR IB and 100GbE QSFP28 PCIe3.0 x16 Adapter Card
4C57A08979 Lenovo 100Gbps EDR IB and 100GbE QSFP28 PCIe3.0 x16 Adapter Card
$559.81