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MCX556M Mellanox ConnectX-5 VPI Socket Direct EDR InfiniBand and 100GbE Adapter Card

SKU:

MCX556M

Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Supports EDR InfiniBand and 100Gb Ethernet connectivity
  • Provides socket direct access for low latency and high throughput
  • Equipped with ConnectX-5 VPI technology for versatile networking
  • Compatible with modern data center and HPC environments
In stock

$458.85
Product Overview

The MCX556M Mellanox ConnectX-5 VPI adapter card combines high-speed networking for both EDR InfiniBand and 100Gb Ethernet. It fits into data centers and HPC setups where low latency and flexible protocol support are necessary, serving as a reliable interface between servers and network fabrics.

General Information
Brand Mellanox
Part Number MCX556M
Connectivity & Physical
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished
Miscellaneous
Assembly Required Yes
Eco Friendly Yes
Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL


Product Description

The MCX556M Mellanox ConnectX-5 VPI adapter card offers dual-protocol support, enabling seamless operation over EDR InfiniBand and 100Gb Ethernet networks. It’s designed for environments demanding high bandwidth and low latency, such as data centers, high-performance computing clusters, and enterprise server setups.

Built for network architects and system administrators, this card brings flexibility by allowing socket direct communication, which reduces overhead and accelerates data transfer. It’s often found in setups where efficient, high-speed connectivity is critical for workloads like data analytics, virtualization, and large-scale simulations.

Key Features

  • Delivers up to 100Gbps throughput with InfiniBand and Ethernet support
  • Enables socket direct access to minimize latency in data transfers
  • ConnectX-5 VPI technology supports versatile protocol handling
  • Integrates seamlessly with existing data center infrastructure
  • Optimized for demanding HPC and enterprise workloads

Typically deployed in data centers and HPC clusters, this adapter plays a crucial role in ensuring fast and reliable network connections. Its dual-protocol capability lets organizations adapt to evolving networking needs without changing hardware, which helps maintain agility in complex IT environments.


Use Cases

The MCX556M Mellanox ConnectX-5 VPI adapter card is widely deployed in environments that require seamless integration of InfiniBand and Ethernet protocols, such as high-performance computing clusters and modern data centers. Its low-latency, high-throughput capabilities make it ideal for enterprises managing intensive workloads and large-scale virtualization. Networking teams in HPC and cloud infrastructure settings benefit from its versatile protocol support and socket direct access technology.

How It's Used:

  • Enabling high-speed data transfers in HPC clusters to accelerate scientific simulations and complex computations.
  • Integrating 100Gb Ethernet connectivity in enterprise data centers to support scalable virtualization and cloud services.
  • Connecting storage clusters in distributed computing environments for efficient data sharing and backup.
  • Facilitating low-latency networking in financial trading platforms where microsecond delays impact performance.
  • Supporting edge computing deployments that require flexible protocol switching between InfiniBand and Ethernet.

This adapter card enhances operational efficiency by providing a unified interface for dual-protocol environments, reducing network complexity and improving resource utilization. Its scalability supports growing infrastructure demands while maintaining consistent performance across diverse workloads.


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MCX556M Mellanox ConnectX-5 VPI Socket Direct EDR InfiniBand and 100GbE Adapter Card
MCX556M Mellanox ConnectX-5 VPI Socket Direct EDR InfiniBand and 100GbE Adapter Card
$458.85