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540-BCMV Dell ConnectX-6 CX653105A VPI HDR100 1-Port QSFP PCIe Network Adapter

SKU:
540-BCMV
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Single-port QSFP network adapter with PCI Express interface
  • Supports HDR100 InfiniBand and 100Gb Ethernet speeds
  • Designed for high-throughput, low-latency data center environments
  • Compatible with servers requiring full-height PCIe cards
In stock

$599.00

Product Overview

The 540-BCMV Dell ConnectX-6 CX653105A VPI HDR100 1-Port QSFP PCI Express Network Adapter provides a versatile high-speed connection option for servers that need both InfiniBand and Ethernet capabilities. It fits into common full-height PCIe slots and is built to handle demanding data center networking tasks efficiently.

General Information

Brand Dell
Part Number 540-BCMV

Technical Information

Chipset/Controller Mellanox ConnectX-6 (CX653105A)
Virtualization Support SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve, NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed) 100GbE
Data Center Bridging Yes
Storage Over Ethernet iSCSI, FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet)
Interface (Bus) PCIe 3.0 x16
Number of Ports 1-Port
OS Compatibility Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL
Network Management SNMP, NC-SI
Offload Support RDMA, RoCE v2, iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, 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

The 540-BCMV Dell ConnectX-6 CX653105A VPI is a network adapter built for demanding data center workloads that need fast and reliable connectivity. It is often found in high-performance computing clusters, storage systems, and enterprise servers where both InfiniBand and Ethernet protocols are required.

Commonly used in environments that require large data transfers and low latency, this card benefits IT professionals and system administrators aiming to optimize network performance in virtualized and cloud setups. Its VPI (Virtual Protocol Interconnect) capability provides flexibility by supporting both network modes on the same hardware.

Key Features

  • Delivers up to 100Gbps bandwidth for HDR100 InfiniBand and Ethernet traffic
  • Uses PCI Express full-height form factor to fit standard server slots
  • Offers VPI technology enabling seamless switching between InfiniBand and Ethernet
  • Equipped with advanced offloads to reduce CPU load and improve efficiency
  • Compatible with a wide range of operating systems and server models

In practice, this adapter is deployed in data centers running HPC applications, large-scale storage networks, or virtual machine clusters where network speed and protocol flexibility are critical. It plays a solid role in supporting demanding workflows without bottlenecks.


Use Cases

The 540-BCMV Dell ConnectX-6 CX653105A VPI HDR100 network adapter is primarily utilized in high-performance computing and data center environments where both InfiniBand and Ethernet protocols are required. It benefits IT professionals managing workloads that demand ultra-low latency and high bandwidth, such as virtualization clusters, storage arrays, and AI/ML model training infrastructures.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting high-throughput storage clusters in enterprise data centers to optimize data access and transfer speeds.
  • Facilitating communication in HPC environments where InfiniBand HDR100 enables low-latency message passing for scientific simulations.
  • Supporting virtualized server farms that require flexible networking options between 100Gb Ethernet and InfiniBand.
  • Integrating into rack-mounted servers to provide scalable and efficient networking for cloud service providers.
  • Enhancing data replication and backup processes in disaster recovery sites by leveraging dual-protocol capability.

This adapter enables organizations to maintain operational efficiency by offering flexible, high-speed connectivity tailored for demanding workloads. Its compatibility with full-height PCIe slots ensures seamless integration into existing infrastructure while supporting scalability for growing network demands.


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540-BCMV Dell ConnectX-6 CX653105A VPI HDR100 1-Port QSFP PCIe Network Adapter
540-BCMV Dell ConnectX-6 CX653105A VPI HDR100 1-Port QSFP PCIe Network Adapter
$599.00