Mellanox
MCX556A-ECAT 2-Port ConnectX-5 VPI?Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
The Mellanox?MCX556A-ECAT ConnectX-5 VPI Gigabit Ethernet Adapter?provides dual-port 100Gb/s networking for high-performance data centers, cloud, storage, and HPC environments. With Virtual Protocol Interconnect? (VPI) technology, it seamlessly supports both 100GbE Ethernet and EDR InfiniBand, offering superior flexibility, low latency, and unmatched scalability for modern IT infrastructures.
Features
The MCX556A-ECAT is engineered for next-generation workloads that demand ultra-low latency, high throughput, and advanced offload capabilities. Designed with dual 100Gb/s ports, it delivers outstanding network performance across both InfiniBand and Ethernet fabrics.
Advanced Options
This Gigabit Ethernet Adapter?is optimized for AI/ML clusters, big data analytics, cloud service providers, and enterprise IT. With support for RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE), GPUDirect? RDMA, and advanced virtualization features, the MCX556A-ECAT significantly improves application responsiveness while reducing CPU overhead. Its PCIe 3.0/4.0 x16 interface ensures maximum throughput, while its full-height form factor guarantees compatibility with most enterprise servers.
Product Key Features
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Dual 100Gb/s network ports for maximum throughput
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Virtual Protocol Interconnect? (VPI) for InfiniBand & Ethernet support
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PCIe 3.0/4.0 x16 interface for high bandwidth efficiency
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Ultra-low latency with RoCE and InfiniBand acceleration
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NVIDIA GPUDirect? RDMA for AI/ML workloads
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Advanced stateless offload technologies reduce CPU utilization
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Optimized for hyperscale cloud, HPC, and enterprise environments
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Full-height Gigabit Ethernet Adapter?card design
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High reliability and performance for mission-critical deployments
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Backed by Mellanox/NVIDIA Networking enterprise-grade design
Reliability & Performance
With dual 100Gb/s VPI-enabled ports, the MCX556A-ECAT ensures maximum flexibility and performance in demanding enterprise and HPC environments. Its ability to switch between InfiniBand and Ethernet protocols enables seamless deployment across multiple infrastructures. Advanced RDMA, GPUDirect?, and virtualization technologies provide accelerated application performance, low latency, and improved scalability across modern workloads.
Key Features?
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Model: MCX556A-ECAT
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Ports: 2x Network Ports
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Speed: 100Gb/s per port
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Protocols: InfiniBand EDR & 100GbE Ethernet (VPI)
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Interface: PCIe 3.0/4.0 x16
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RDMA Support: Yes, RoCE and InfiniBand acceleration
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GPU Optimization: NVIDIA GPUDirect? RDMA supported
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Offloads: Advanced stateless offloads
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Form Factor: Full-height?Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
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Reliability: Enterprise/HPC-grade performance
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Warranty: Manufacturer Warranty Included
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