Buying for your business? Get bulk order discounts - chat with us now.
Buying for your business? Get bulk order discounts - chat with us now.

MCX353A-FCBT Mellanox ConnectX-3 VPI 10G SFP+ PCIe x8 Network Adapter

SKU:
MCX353A-FCBT
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 10GBase-X SFP+ port for high-speed data transfer
  • PCI Express x8 interface ensures fast, reliable connectivity
  • Supports VPI (Virtual Protocol Interconnect) for Ethernet and InfiniBand
  • Compact 1-port design ideal for server upgrades
In stock

$49.00

Product Overview

The MCX353A-FCBT Mellanox ConnectX-3 VPI network adapter card provides a versatile 10G SFP+ interface with the ability to operate over Ethernet or InfiniBand networks. It fits into a PCI Express x8 slot, making it a practical upgrade choice for servers that require fast, low-latency connectivity. This card is well-suited for data centers and computing environments that demand efficient network performance without extra complexity.

General Information

Brand Mellanox
Part Number MCX353A-FCBT

Technical Information

Chipset/Controller Mellanox ConnectX-3 (MCX353A)
Virtualization Support SR-IOV, VMDq, VXLAN, NVGRE, NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed) 10GbE
Data Center Bridging Yes
Storage Over Ethernet iSCSI
Interface (Bus) PCIe 3.0 x8
Number of Ports 1-Port
OS Compatibility RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management SNMP, RMON
Offload Support RDMA, RoCE v2, iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), RoCE v1, TCP Stateless Offload, 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, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus


Product Description

The Mellanox ConnectX-3 VPI MCX353A-FCBT is a network adapter card designed to provide 10 Gigabit Ethernet or InfiniBand connectivity through a single SFP+ port. It is often found in data centers and server environments where low latency and high throughput are crucial.

Built for IT professionals and system administrators, this card is commonly used to enhance network performance in enterprise servers and storage systems. Its VPI capability allows flexibility in protocol use, making it suitable for mixed-network infrastructures.

Key Features

  • Offers both Ethernet and InfiniBand support via VPI technology
  • Equipped with a high-speed SFP+ port for efficient data transmission
  • Utilizes PCI Express x8 for robust connection to host systems
  • Designed to minimize latency and maximize throughput in demanding applications
  • Compatible with various server platforms for easy integration

This adapter is typically deployed in environments such as cloud data centers, high-performance computing clusters, and enterprise server farms. Users benefit from its flexibility and performance, helping to streamline network traffic and improve application responsiveness across systems.


Use Cases

The MCX353A-FCBT Mellanox ConnectX-3 VPI adapter is typically deployed in environments where dual-protocol flexibility and high-speed connectivity are essential. IT professionals managing data centers, HPC clusters, or virtualization platforms benefit from its ability to seamlessly switch between Ethernet and InfiniBand, optimizing network infrastructure without hardware changes.

How It's Used:

  • Upgrading server network interfaces in data centers to support low-latency InfiniBand workloads alongside Ethernet traffic.
  • Integrating into high-performance computing clusters requiring efficient RDMA for accelerated data processing.
  • Connecting storage clusters with dual-protocol support to enhance throughput and reduce bottlenecks.
  • Facilitating virtualization environments that demand versatile connectivity options for diverse guest systems.
  • Deploying in rack-mounted servers where compact, single-port network adapters simplify hardware design and maintenance.

This adapter supports operational efficiency by allowing network architects to consolidate infrastructure and scale connectivity based on workload demands. Its compatibility with both Ethernet and InfiniBand protocols helps optimize resource utilization and maintain consistent performance across mixed-use environments.


Write Your Own Review
You're reviewing:MCX353A-FCBT Mellanox ConnectX-3 VPI 10G SFP+ PCIe x8 Network Adapter
Your Rating
Back to Top
MCX353A-FCBT Mellanox ConnectX-3 VPI 10G SFP+ PCIe x8 Network Adapter
MCX353A-FCBT Mellanox ConnectX-3 VPI 10G SFP+ PCIe x8 Network Adapter
$49.00