Name: A5556990 Dell Connectx-3 Dual 10Gb/s Ethernet PCIe 3.0 x8 Network Adapter
Brand: Dell
SKU: A5556990
Price: 84.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell Connectx-3 Dual-Ports 10Gb/s Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express 3.0 x8 Network Adapter provides dual high-speed Ethernet connections through a PCIe 3.0 x8 interface. It's well-suited for data center servers and virtualization platforms that need reliable, fast network access without sacrificing system resources.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	A5556990

Technical Information
Chipset/Controller	Mellanox ConnectX-3
Virtualization Support	SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve
Data Rate (Speed)	10GbE
Data Center Bridging	Yes
Storage Over Ethernet	iSCSI, FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet)
Interface (Bus)	PCIe 3.0 x8
Number of Ports	2-Port (Dual)
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management	SNMP, RMON
Offload Support	RDMA, RoCE v2, iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, RoCE v1, iWARP, Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height	Both Brackets Included

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	Standard PCIe Card
Port Type	SFP+
Cabling Type	AOC
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
The Dell Connectx-3 Dual-Ports 10Gb/s Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express 3.0 x8 Network Adapter provides robust network performance for demanding environments. It is commonly used in data centers, enterprise servers, and high-performance computing setups that require rapid data exchange and low latency. Built for IT professionals and network administrators, this adapter supports virtualization and advanced networking features, making it ideal for consolidating multiple network functions and improving overall system efficiency. Key Features Offers dual 10Gb/s ports for simultaneous high-speed connections Delivers PCIe 3.0 x8 bandwidth for efficient data handling Includes offload capabilities to reduce CPU load Compatible with SR-IOV to enhance virtualized environments Designed to operate reliably in enterprise-grade hardware setups This network adapter is typically found in server rooms and data centers where high throughput and dependable connectivity are essential. It helps maintain smooth network traffic flow and supports growing bandwidth demands without compromising performance.

Use Cases
The Dell Connectx-3 Dual-Ports 10Gb/s Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express 3.0 x8 Network Adapter is designed for high-demand network environments requiring robust throughput and low latency. It is especially beneficial for enterprises operating data centers, virtualization platforms, and storage networks that rely on high-speed, reliable connectivity. How It's Used: Enhancing server-to-server communication in data centers to support large-scale virtualization and cloud workloads. Providing high-bandwidth connectivity for enterprise storage clusters requiring low latency and consistent throughput. Enabling network segmentation and traffic isolation in multi-tenant environments within colocation facilities. Supporting high-performance computing (HPC) applications that demand rapid data exchange across compute nodes. Facilitating connectivity in edge computing deployments where compact servers handle intensive data processing near data sources. This adapter contributes to operational efficiency by enabling scalable network infrastructures with minimal bottlenecks. Its dual-port design supports redundancy and increased bandwidth, aiding IT teams in maintaining performance under growing workload demands.

A5556990 Dell Connectx-3 Dual 10Gb/s Ethernet PCIe 3.0 x8 Network Adapter

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Connectivity & Physical

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases