Name: MCX653106A-HDAL Mellanox Dual-Port 200GbE QSFP56 PCIe 3.0 x16 Network Adapter
Brand: Mellanox
SKU: MCX653106A-HDAL
Price: 920.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Mellanox MCX653106A-HDAL adapter combines 200Gbps InfiniBand HDR and Ethernet capabilities into a single PCIe 3.0 x16 card. It fits into high-performance computing setups and data centers that require fast, low-latency connections, providing flexible and robust networking options without compromising on speed or reliability.

General Information
Brand	Mellanox
Part Number	MCX653106A-HDAL

Technical Information
Chipset/Controller	Mellanox ConnectX-6
Virtualization Support	SR-IOV, VXLAN, NVGRE, Geneve, NetQueue, vNIC
Data Rate (Speed)	200GbE
Data Center Bridging	Yes
Storage Over Ethernet	iSCSI, SMB Direct
Interface (Bus)	PCIe 3.0 x16
Number of Ports	1-Port
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 8.0, RHEL, VMware ESXi
Network Management	SNMP, RMON, NC-SI
Offload Support	RDMA, RoCE v2, iSCSI, FCoE, PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), RoCE v1, iWARP, TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames
Bracket Height	Full Height (Standard)

Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor	Standard PCIe Card
Port Type	QSFP56
Cabling Type	AOC
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
This Mellanox adapter provides a powerful solution for high-performance computing and data center environments. It supports both InfiniBand HDR and Ethernet protocols at 200Gbps, making it versatile for various networking needs. Often found in HPC clusters, enterprise servers, and storage networks, it helps handle demanding workloads with minimal delay. IT professionals and data center operators typically use this card to boost network throughput and reduce latency. Key Features Offers dual-mode operation, allowing seamless switching between InfiniBand and Ethernet Equipped with a QSFP56 port that supports 200Gbps speeds for rapid data transfer Integrates with PCIe 3.0 x16 slots to ensure efficient host communication Supports RDMA, enhancing data processing efficiency across networks Built to operate reliably under heavy workloads and intensive network traffic This adapter is common in environments where speed and reliability are critical, such as research labs and cloud data centers. Its ability to minimize bottlenecks makes it a practical choice for demanding network infrastructures.

Use Cases
The Mellanox MCX653106A-HDAL adapter is primarily deployed in high-performance computing environments and enterprise data centers requiring ultra-low latency and high bandwidth. It benefits IT professionals managing large-scale virtualization, storage, and compute workloads that demand reliable, high-throughput network connectivity. How It's Used: Connecting compute nodes in HPC clusters to accelerate scientific simulations and data analysis. Integrating into enterprise data centers for scalable virtualization environments supporting multiple VMs and containers. Facilitating high-speed data transfers in storage area networks (SANs) and distributed storage clusters. Deploying in cloud infrastructure for edge computing workloads needing rapid data exchange with minimal latency. Supporting financial services trading platforms that require deterministic low-latency communication between servers. This network adapter enhances operational throughput and scalability by delivering consistent, high-bandwidth connections crucial for demanding compute and storage applications. Its dual-mode capability ensures flexible deployment across Ethernet and InfiniBand fabric networks, aligning with evolving infrastructure needs.

MCX653106A-HDAL Mellanox Dual-Port 200GbE QSFP56 PCIe 3.0 x16 Network Adapter

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Connectivity & Physical

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