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540-BCDK Dell Mellanox ConnectX-5 VPI CX555A Single-Port 100Gb QSFP PCIe 3.0 x16 Network Adapter FH

SKU:
540-BCDK
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Single-port 100GB QSFP network adapter
  • Uses PCIe 3.0 x16 interface for high-speed data transfer
  • ConnectX-5 VPI technology supports both Ethernet and InfiniBand
  • Full-height form factor fits standard servers
In stock

$234.00

Product Overview

The Dell 540-BCDK Mellanox ConnectX-5 VPI CX555A network adapter offers a mix of high-speed data transfer and protocol flexibility. It fits into servers using the PCIe 3.0 x16 slot and provides a single 100GB QSFP port that supports both Ethernet and InfiniBand connections. This makes it a solid option for setups that require adaptable networking hardware without sacrificing performance.

General Information

Brand Dell
Part Number 540-BCDK

Technical Information

Chipset/Controller Mellanox ConnectX-5 (CX555A)
Virtualization Support SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve, NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed) 100GbE
Data Center Bridging Yes
Storage Over Ethernet iSCSI, 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, RMON, IPMI
Offload Support RDMA, RoCE v2, iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), RoCE v1, iWARP, Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height Full Height (Standard)

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, cURus, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL


Product Description

This Dell 540-BCDK Mellanox ConnectX-5 VPI CX555A is designed to deliver high-performance networking with a single 100GB QSFP port. It is built for environments that require fast data throughput and low latency, commonly found in data centers, HPC clusters, and enterprise storage solutions. The adapter supports both Ethernet and InfiniBand protocols, making it versatile for various network architectures.

Often deployed in servers that handle demanding workloads, it benefits IT administrators and network engineers who need reliable and flexible connectivity options. Its PCIe 3.0 x16 interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of systems while providing substantial bandwidth.

Key Features

  • High-speed 100Gbps connectivity for data-intensive applications
  • Dual-protocol VPI support enables flexible network configurations
  • Efficient PCIe 3.0 x16 interface reduces bottlenecks
  • Compatible with standard full-height server slots
  • Supports RDMA and offloads to improve CPU efficiency

This adapter is typically seen in large-scale computing environments where performance and reliability are critical. It helps maintain smooth data flow across complex networks without overloading system resources. Its combination of speed and protocol versatility makes it a practical choice for modern data center infrastructures.


Use Cases

The Dell 540-BCDK Mellanox ConnectX-5 VPI CX555A network adapter is ideal for data centers and enterprise IT environments that demand high-throughput and low-latency connectivity. Organizations leveraging mixed Ethernet and InfiniBand infrastructures benefit from its protocol flexibility, enabling efficient resource utilization in virtualization and storage-intensive workloads.

How It's Used:

  • High-performance computing clusters requiring low-latency InfiniBand communication in research and scientific environments.
  • Data centers deploying converged Ethernet and InfiniBand fabrics for scalable cloud and virtualization infrastructures.
  • Enterprise storage arrays utilizing RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) for accelerated data transfer rates.
  • Telecommunications facilities integrating high-bandwidth network adapters to support edge computing and network function virtualization.
  • Financial services firms optimizing latency-sensitive trading applications with high-speed PCIe 3.0 x16 connectivity.

This adapter supports operational efficiency by consolidating networking protocols onto a single interface, facilitating scalable deployment in dense rack environments. By enabling versatile connection options, it aligns with evolving infrastructure demands for performance and adaptability.


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540-BCDK Dell Mellanox ConnectX-5 VPI CX555A Single-Port 100Gb QSFP PCIe 3.0 x16 Network Adapter FH
540-BCDK Dell Mellanox ConnectX-5 VPI CX555A Single-Port 100Gb QSFP PCIe 3.0 x16 Network Adapter FH
$234.00