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MCX542A-ACAN Mellanox Dual-Port 25GbE SFP28 ConnectX-5 EN NIC PCIe3.0 x16

SKU:
MCX542A-ACAN
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Dual-port 25GbE SFP28 network card
  • PCIe 3.0 x16 interface for high-speed data transfer
  • Compatible with OCP 2.0 Type 1 servers
  • Includes host management features and halogen-free design
In stock

$109.00

Product Overview

The MCX542A-ACAN Mellanox ConnectX-5 EN card delivers dual 25GbE network ports designed for OCP 2.0 Type 1 servers. It fits PCIe 3.0 x16 slots and adds host management features to ease network control. This card suits data centers needing stable, high-speed Ethernet connections without extra hardware like brackets, using a halogen-free build to align with safety standards.

General Information

Brand Mellanox
Part Number MCX542A-ACAN

Technical Information

Chipset/Controller Mellanox ConnectX-5 (MCX542A)
Virtualization Support SR-IOV, VMDq, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve, NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed) 25GbE
Data Center Bridging Yes
Storage Over Ethernet iSCSI, FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet)
Interface (Bus) PCIe 3.0 x16
Number of Ports 2-Port (Dual)
OS Compatibility Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL
Network Management SNMP, NC-SI
Offload Support RDMA, RoCE v2, iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), RoCE v1, TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames

Connectivity & Physical

Form Factor OCP 2.0
Port Type SFP28
Cabling Type AOC
Weight 5.00
Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

Eco Friendly Yes
Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL


Product Description

This Mellanox ConnectX-5 EN MCX542A-ACAN network interface card provides reliable 25GbE connectivity designed for modern data centers. It is often found in server environments requiring fast and efficient network communication.

Built for OCP 2.0 Type 1 platforms, the card enables high throughput with its dual SFP28 ports, ideal for workloads that demand low latency and bandwidth-intensive operations. IT teams and data center managers benefit from its host management capabilities which simplify deployment and monitoring.

Key Features

  • High-performance dual 25GbE ports support varied networking setups
  • PCIe 3.0 x16 ensures sufficient bandwidth for data-heavy applications
  • OCP 2.0 Type 1 compatibility fits into standardized server chassis
  • Host management allows easier control and diagnostics
  • Halogen-free materials meet environmental and safety standards

Typically deployed in enterprise servers and cloud infrastructure, this card supports environments where reliable, fast connectivity is critical. It plays a key role in reducing bottlenecks and maintaining smooth network operations.


Use Cases

The MCX542A-ACAN Mellanox Dual-Port 25GbE SFP28 NIC is primarily deployed in high-performance computing environments where low latency and high throughput are critical. Data centers and enterprise IT infrastructures that require dense rack deployments benefit from its compatibility with OCP 2.0 Type 1 servers and PCIe 3.0 x16 interface, ensuring seamless integration and efficient network management.

How It's Used:

  • Enhancing virtualized data center networks by providing dual 25GbE ports for increased bandwidth and reduced bottlenecks.
  • Supporting storage clusters with high-speed connectivity to facilitate rapid data access and backup operations.
  • Integrating into edge computing nodes where compact, efficient network interfaces are vital for processing data locally.
  • Upgrading enterprise IT infrastructure to handle growing network traffic without additional hardware modifications.
  • Deploying in cloud service provider environments to optimize network throughput between compute instances and storage.

This network card contributes to operational efficiency by delivering scalable, high-speed Ethernet connectivity tailored for demanding workloads. Its host management features and halogen-free design further support sustainable and manageable network architectures in complex IT setups.


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MCX542A-ACAN Mellanox Dual-Port 25GbE SFP28 ConnectX-5 EN NIC PCIe3.0 x16
MCX542A-ACAN Mellanox Dual-Port 25GbE SFP28 ConnectX-5 EN NIC PCIe3.0 x16
$109.00