NVIDIA MCX4131A-GCAT ConnectX-4 Lx EN Network Interface Card 50GbE Single-Port QSFP28 PCIe3.0 x8

Features

• High-performance 50GbE single-port connectivity
• Utilizes PCIe 3.0 x8 interface for high-bandwidth applications
• Uses QSFP28 connector for flexibility in network environments
• Enhanced network virtualization support
• Advanced RoCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet) technology
• Low power consumption for energy efficiency
• Optimized for data center, cloud, and high-performance computing (HPC) applications
• Quality of Service (QoS) support for bandwidth management
• Reliable and scalable performance

Technical Specifications

• Product: NVIDIA MCX4131A-GCAT ConnectX-4 Lx EN Network Interface Card
• Port: Single-Port 50GbE
• Connector: QSFP28
• Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8
• Data Rate: 50Gbps
• Technology: RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE)
• Form Factor: Standard PCIe
• Network Adapter Type: Ethernet
• Operating Systems Supported: Various Linux distributions, Windows Server

Frequent Ask Questions

• What is the NVIDIA MCX4131A-GCAT ConnectX-4 Lx Network Interface Card?

  The NVIDIA MCX4131A-GCAT ConnectX-4 Lx is a high-performance network interface card (NIC) designed for data centers and high-speed networking. It features a single-port 50GbE QSFP28 interface and uses PCIe3.0 x8 connectivity.

• What type of interface does this NIC use?

  This NIC uses QSFP28 interface for its 50GbE network connectivity.

• What are the main applications of the ConnectX-4 Lx NIC?

  The main applications include high-speed data transfer, data center networking, cloud computing, storage, and high-performance computing environments.

• What kind of PCIe slot is needed for this network card?

  The NVIDIA MCX4131A-GCAT requires a PCIe 3.0 x8 slot.

• Does this NIC support virtualization technologies?

  Yes, the ConnectX-4 Lx supports advanced virtualization technologies, allowing for efficient resource allocation and management in virtualized environments.

• What operating systems are compatible with the NVIDIA MCX4131A-GCAT?

  This NIC is compatible with various operating systems, including major Linux distributions and Windows Server editions.

• Are there any specific drivers required for this NIC?

  Drivers specific to the NVIDIA ConnectX-4 Lx NIC are required for proper functionality. These drivers can typically be downloaded from the NVIDIA or Mellanox support sites.

• What kind of performance can be expected from the ConnectX-4 Lx NIC?

  Users can expect high throughput, low latency, and enhanced performance suitable for demanding network applications and environments.

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• We offer advanced logistics solutions, such as same day delivery, same day collection, overnight delivery, tailgate services, data centre & secure location deliveries, etc.
• Our logistics team ensure every item is packed safe and secure, ensuring no damage occurs to your equipment, in fact, our customers often comment on how good our packing is, check out our ratings on trustpilot.

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