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| Product Overview |
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The Mellanox MCX4431A-GCAN ConnectX-4 LX EN network card provides a dedicated 50GbE connection through a QSFP28 port. It fits into servers via PCIe 3.0 x8 slots and is tailored for environments that follow the Open Compute Project standards. Its integrated host management features enable easier device oversight, making it a practical choice for data center setups needing reliable, high-speed networking. |
| General Information | |
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| Brand | Mellanox |
| Part Number | MCX4431A-GCAN |
| Technical Information | |
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| Chipset/Controller | Mellanox ConnectX-4 LX (MCX4431A-GCAN) |
| Virtualization Support | SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve, NetQueue, vNIC |
| Data Rate (Speed) | 50GbE |
| Data Center Bridging | Yes |
| Storage Over Ethernet | iSCSI, SMB Direct |
| Interface (Bus) | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| Number of Ports | 1-Port |
| OS Compatibility | Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL, VMware ESXi |
| Network Management | SNMP, NC-SI, IPMI |
| Offload Support | RDMA, RoCE v2, iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, RoCE v1, iWARP, TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames |
| Bracket Height | Both Brackets Included |
| Connectivity & Physical | |
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| Form Factor | Standard PCIe Card |
| Port Type | QSFP28 |
| Cabling Type | AOC |
| Weight | 5.00 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Miscellaneous | |
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| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Eco Friendly | Yes |
| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus |
| Product Description |
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The Mellanox MCX4431A-GCAN ConnectX-4 LX EN is designed to deliver reliable 50GbE connectivity in data centers and cloud environments. It is commonly used in servers requiring high-performance network interfaces with low latency and efficient data handling. Often found in enterprise and hyperscale deployments, this network card suits IT professionals looking for robust bandwidth and compatibility with modern infrastructures. The OCP form factor makes it a good fit for open hardware platforms. Key Features
This NIC is typically deployed in data center servers where demand for bandwidth and stability is critical. Its role in supporting modern network fabrics helps maintain smooth traffic flow and efficient resource use. |