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Product Overview |
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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 |
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| Brand | Lenovo |
| Part Number | 4C57A08979 |
Technical Information |
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| 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 |
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| Form Factor | Standard PCIe Card |
| Port Type | QSFP28 |
| Cabling Type | AOC |
| Weight | 5.00 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
Miscellaneous |
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| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Eco Friendly | Yes |
| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus |
Product Description |
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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
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 |
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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:
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. |