Mellanox ConnectX-3 - Network adapter - PCIe 3.0 x8 low profile - 10GbE - FRU - for System x3100 M5; x3300 M4; x3530 M4; x3650 M4 BD; x3650 M4 HD; x3850 X6; x3950 X6
- One adapter for FDR/QDR InfiniBand, 10/40GbE
- Ethernet or Data Center Bridging fabrics
- Outstanding cluster, network, and storage performance
- I/O consolidation
- Virtualization acceleration
- Power efficient
- Scales to tens-of-thousands of nodes
ConnectX-3 adapter cards with Virtual Protocol Interconnect (VPI) supporting InfiniBand and Ethernet connectivity provide high performing and flexible interconnect solution for PCI Express Gen3 servers used in enterprise data centers, high-performance computing, and embedded environments. Clustered data bases, parallel processing, transactional services and high-performance embedded I/O applications will achieve significant performance improvements resulting in reduced completion time and lower cost per operation ConnectX-3 with VPI also simplifies system development by serving multiple fabrics with one hardware design.
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Enhanced connectivity
The Lenovo Mellanox ConnectX-3 network adapter offers a robust wired connectivity solution with its PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface, ensuring high-speed data transfers up to 10 Gbps. This makes it an ideal choice for environments requiring fast and reliable network connections.
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Optimized performance
With support for Jumbo Frames, Quality of Service (QoS), and RDMA, the ConnectX-3 is engineered to enhance data flow efficiency and improve network performance. These features allow for smoother data transmission and lower latency, catering to the demands of high-performance computing applications.
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Versatile compatibility
Designed for PC compatibility and equipped with two SFP+ expansion slots, this network adapter offers flexibility in connectivity options. It supports a wide range of networking standards, including IEEE 802.1Q, 802.1p, 802.3ad (LACP), and 802.3ae, making it a versatile choice for various networking environments.
