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Product Overview |
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The Mellanox ConnectX MCX4131A-BCAT is a network interface card that delivers dual 10 Gigabit SFP+ connections for high-speed data transfer. It's commonly used to boost server networking capabilities, especially in data centers and environments needing low latency and flexible connectivity options. |
General Information |
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| Brand | Mellanox |
| Part Number | MCX4131A-BCAT |
| Alternate Part Number | MCX4131A-BCAT-16-HU |
Technical Information |
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| Chipset/Controller | Mellanox ConnectX |
| Virtualization Support | SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve, NetQueue |
| Data Rate (Speed) | 10GbE |
| Data Center Bridging | Yes |
| Storage Over Ethernet | iSCSI |
| Interface (Bus) | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| Number of Ports | 2-Port (Dual) |
| OS Compatibility | Windows Server 2022, RHEL, VMware ESXi |
| Network Management | SNMP, RMON |
| Offload Support | RDMA, RoCE v2, PXE Boot, RoCE v1, Jumbo Frames |
| Bracket Height | Both Brackets Included |
Connectivity & Physical |
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| Form Factor | Standard PCIe Card |
| Port Type | SFP+ |
| Cabling Type | AOC |
| Condition | Refurbished |
Miscellaneous |
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| Compliance Standards | RoHS, CE, FCC, UL |
Product Description |
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The Mellanox ConnectX MCX4131A-BCAT is a dual-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet network interface card designed to enhance server connectivity with reliable and fast data transmission. It’s built for data centers, enterprise servers, and high-performance computing where low latency and robust throughput are essential. Often found in environments where large volumes of data move quickly, this NIC supports both fiber and copper connections through SFP+ modules, offering flexibility based on infrastructure needs. IT professionals and network administrators rely on this card to maintain efficient and scalable network performance. Key Features
Typically deployed in data centers and enterprise server rooms, the MCX4131A-BCAT helps maintain smooth network operations even under heavy workloads. Its balance of speed and reliability makes it suited for virtualization, storage networks, and demanding application environments. |
Use Cases |
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The MCX4131A-BCAT Mellanox Dual 10Gbps SFP+ NIC PCIe 2.0 x8 is primarily deployed in environments requiring reliable, high-throughput network connectivity with low latency. It is well-suited for data centers, high-performance computing clusters, and enterprise servers where efficient handling of large data streams is critical. How It's Used:
By delivering dual 10Gbps connectivity with broad transceiver compatibility, this NIC enables scalable network infrastructure improvements. Its PCIe 2.0 x8 interface ensures minimal impact on host resources while supporting demanding workloads that rely on fast and reliable data transfers. |