The NVIDIA ConnectX-8 C8180 HHHL SuperNIC is a cutting-edge network adapter built for data centers, HPC clusters, and enterprise workloads that demand ultra-fast, secure interconnectivity. It combines extreme bandwidth with robust security to support demanding applications at scale.
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Speed and Throughput: 800 Gbps InfiniBand XDR and 2x400 Gbps Ethernet deliver exceptional data movement with ultra-low latency for MPI, storage, and clustered workloads.
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Form Factor and Connectivity: HHHL (half-height, half-length) card with OSFP single-cage and a tall bracket for broad server compatibility, ideal for dense rack deployments.
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PCIe Interface and Expandability: PCIe 6 x16 with downstream port extension option to add additional network paths as workloads grow.
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Security Features: Crypto acceleration with Secure Boot enabled to protect data in transit and ensure system integrity from boot to runtime.
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Brand and Ecosystem: Backed by NVIDIA engineering and a proven data-center networking ecosystem for reliable performance, driver support, and ongoing updates.
With the ConnectX-8, you gain a foundation for scalable, secure, and efficient data movement across your most demanding workloads—MPI-based simulations, AI and ML training pipelines, large-scale storage, and multi-tenant cloud environments. Its high-bandwidth, low-latency interconnect reduces bottlenecks between compute nodes and storage, while security features help maintain compliance in modern data centers. The tall-bracket design and OSFP support simplify integration into a wide range of server chassis, speeding deployment and reducing risk.
Specs
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Model: ConnectX-8 C8180 HHHL SuperNIC
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Speed: 800 Gbps InfiniBand XDR, 2x400 Gbps Ethernet
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Interface: PCIe 6 x16
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Downstream Port Extension: PCIe downstream port extension option
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Form Factor: HHHL with OSFP single-cage, tall bracket
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Security: Crypto enabled, Secure Boot enabled
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Brand: NVIDIA CORPORATION
FAQ
- 1. What types of networks does this SuperNIC support? It supports 800 Gbps InfiniBand XDR and 2x400 Gbps Ethernet networks.
- 2. Is the device compatible with standard server chassis? Yes, it comes with a tall bracket for broad chassis compatibility.
- 3. Does it support Secure Boot? Yes, secure boot is enabled to enhance security.
- 4. Can it be expanded with additional ports? Yes, it features a PCIe downstream port extension option for future expansions.
- 5. What environments is this SuperNIC best suited for? It is ideal for high-performance computing and enterprise data centers requiring fast and secure networking.
