This is a genuine IBM Mellanox ConnectX-2 Dual-Port 10GbE SFP+ Network Adapter (P/N: 81Y9993). This high-performance PCIe card is engineered to provide a low-latency, high-throughput connectivity solution for IBM System x servers in demanding data center, cloud, and enterprise environments. It is a robust and cost-effective choice for upgrading servers to 10-gigabit networking with advanced acceleration features.
Key Features
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Genuine IBM Part: Ensures "plug and play" compatibility and validated performance in a wide range of IBM System x servers.
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High-Speed 10GbE Connectivity: Features two 10GbE SFP+ ports, providing up to 20Gb/s of aggregate throughput for high-performance fiber optic network connections.
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RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE): A key feature of the ConnectX-2 is its support for RoCE, which enables direct memory access between servers. This bypasses the CPU for data transfers, significantly reducing latency and improving efficiency for storage and clustering applications.
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Mellanox Performance: Built on the proven and widely-supported Mellanox ConnectX-2 architecture, known for its robust performance and stability.
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High Profile Form Factor: Comes with a full-height bracket for installation in standard server and workstation tower chassis.
