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| Product Overview |
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The OCP-40G-QA2-CX3 card offers dual 40Gb QSFP+ ports, providing both Ethernet and InfiniBand connectivity options. It fits into Open Compute Project mezzanine slots, making it suitable for modular server designs. This card delivers low latency and high throughput essential for modern data center networks, helping to streamline communication between servers and storage systems. |
| General Information | |
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| Brand | Mellanox |
| Technical Information | |
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| Product Type | OCP NIC |
| Chipset/Controller | Mellanox ConnectX-3 |
| Virtualization Support | SR-IOV, VXLAN, vNIC |
| Data Rate (Speed) | 40GbE |
| Data Center Bridging | Yes |
| Storage Over Ethernet | iSCSI, FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet) |
| Interface (Bus) | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| Number of Ports | 2-Port (Dual) |
| OS Compatibility | Windows Server 2022, RHEL, VMware ESXi |
| Network Management | SNMP, NC-SI |
| Offload Support | RDMA, PXE Boot, Wake-on-LAN (WoL), RoCE v1, iWARP, TCP Stateless Offload, Jumbo Frames |
| Bracket Height | Internal/Mezzanine |
| Connectivity & Physical | |
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| Form Factor | OCP 2.0 |
| Port Type | QSFP+ |
| Cabling Type | AOC |
| Weight | 3.00 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Miscellaneous | |
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| Assembly Required | No |
| Eco Friendly | Yes |
| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC |
| Product Description |
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The OCP-40G-QA2-CX3 is a mezzanine network card designed to provide dual 40Gb QSFP+ ports, enabling fast and reliable connectivity in data centers and enterprise infrastructure. This card is commonly found in servers following the Open Compute Project standards, offering a flexible networking solution suitable for both Ethernet and InfiniBand protocols. Built for IT professionals and network administrators managing high-performance computing clusters or cloud environments, it delivers robust performance with reduced latency. Its compatibility with OCP systems makes it a practical choice for scalable, modular deployments. Key Features
This card plays a critical role in enabling high-speed data exchanges within dense server environments. Its balance of performance and efficiency helps maintain reliable network operations under demanding workloads. The OCP-40G-QA2-CX3 provides a solid foundation for building out scalable and future-ready network infrastructures. |
| Use Cases |
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The OCP-40G-QA2-CX3 card is typically deployed in server environments that prioritize high bandwidth and low latency, such as data centers and HPC clusters. It benefits IT teams seeking scalable network connectivity within OCP-based infrastructures where flexibility and performance are key. How It's Used:
By delivering reliable, fast network interfaces, this card supports operational efficiency and scalability. Its design ensures smooth communication channels vital for managing large-scale compute and storage workloads. |