NVIDIA MCX191A-FCAT Mellanox MCB191A-FCAT CB191A 56Gb/s Connect-IB InfiniBand Host Bus Adapter, single port, PCIe3.0 x8

Features

• Single port InfiniBand Host Bus Adapter
• Enhanced network performance with 56Gb/s data rates
• High-speed PCIe 3.0 x8 interface
• Advanced offloads and RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE)
• Low-latency and high-throughput for data-intensive applications
• Flexible and scalable connectivity to match varying networking needs
• Dedicated hardware-managed transport for superior performance

Technical Specifications

• Product Model: MCX191A-FCAT
• Manufacturer: NVIDIA Mellanox
• Host Bus Adapter Type: Connect-IB InfiniBand
• Maximum Data Rate: 56Gb/s
• Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8
• Port: Single
• Form Factor: Low Profile
• Supported Features: RoCE, Advanced Offloads
• Network Interface Type: InfiniBand
• Hardware Protocols: RDMA
• Device Part Number: MCB191A-FCAT CB191A

Frequent Ask Questions

• What is the NVIDIA MCX191A-FCAT Mellanox MCB191A-FCAT CB191A?

  This is a 56Gb/s Connect-IB InfiniBand Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed by NVIDIA/Mellanox for high-performance networking in data centers. It features a single port and utilizes PCIe3.0 x8 interface.

• What type of connectivity does this adapter provide?

  This adapter provides InfiniBand connectivity at speeds up to 56Gb/s, making it suitable for applications requiring high bandwidth and low latency.

• Which interface does the MCX191A-FCAT use?

  The adapter uses a PCIe3.0 x8 interface, allowing it to be installed in compatible server and workstation PCI Express slots.

• How many ports are available on this adapter?

  The NVIDIA MCX191A-FCAT Mellanox MCB191A-FCAT CB191A features a single port for InfiniBand connectivity.

• What environments is this adapter suitable for?

  This adapter is ideal for high-performance computing (HPC) environments, data centers, and enterprise networks that require reliable and high-speed data transfer capabilities.

• What applications benefit from using this InfiniBand adapter?

  Applications that can benefit include cloud computing, virtualization, data storage solutions, and demanding computational tasks that require high throughput and low latency.

• Can this adapter be used in a PCIe2.0 slot?

  While this adapter is optimized for PCIe3.0, it is generally backward compatible with PCIe2.0 slots; however, maximum performance might not be fully achieved.

• What operating systems are compatible with this adapter?

  The NVIDIA MCX191A-FCAT Mellanox MCB191A-FCAT CB191A is compatible with various operating systems including but not limited to various distributions of Linux as well as Windows Server editions.

• Is this adapter part of any professional networks or certifications?

  Yes, this adapter often comes with various professional and industry-standard certifications, ensuring its reliability and compatibility within enterprise networks.

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• For most products, we can also offer extended maintenance contracts, with options such as 24x7 support and an onsite engineer that can repair or replace your part within 2 hours.

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