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| Product Overview |
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The CX422A - Dell ConnectX-4 network daughter card provides dual 25GBase-X SFP28 ports via a PCI Express x1 interface, fitting into compact server environments where high-speed networking is needed. It balances performance and form factor to support scalable network architectures without overwhelming system resources. |
| General Information | |
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| Brand | Dell |
| Technical Information | |
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| Product Type | Mezzanine NIC |
| Chipset/Controller | Mellanox ConnectX-4 |
| Virtualization Support | SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve, vNIC |
| Data Rate (Speed) | 25GbE |
| Data Center Bridging | Yes |
| Storage Over Ethernet | iSCSI, SMB Direct |
| 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, NC-SI |
| Offload Support | RDMA, RoCE v2, iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), RoCE v1, iWARP, TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames |
| Bracket Height | Internal/Mezzanine |
| Connectivity & Physical | |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Mezzanine Card |
| Port Type | SFP28 |
| Cabling Type | AOC |
| Weight | 3.00 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Miscellaneous | |
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| Assembly Required | No |
| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, UL, TUV |
| Product Description |
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The CX422A is a network daughter card designed to provide robust dual-port 25Gb Ethernet connectivity. It's commonly found in enterprise servers and storage arrays, delivering reliable and fast network access. Built for IT professionals managing data centers or high-performance computing environments, this card supports demanding network workloads. Key Features
This network card adds practical value by enabling efficient data movement in critical infrastructures. It maintains reliable operation and consistent throughput, which are essential for maintaining network performance. The CX422A’s design focuses on steady functionality without unnecessary complexity. |
| Use Cases |
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This network card is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise IT environments where enhanced bandwidth and reduced latency are critical. It suits administrators seeking to upgrade network interfaces in dense server racks or storage clusters. The card’s compatibility with Dell hardware makes it a reliable choice for integrated solutions. How It's Used:
By enhancing network throughput and lowering latency, the CX422A helps maintain operational efficiency and supports scalable growth. Its performance characteristics align well with evolving data center demands, providing stable and consistent connectivity. |