The 555-BCKU is a single-port Host Channel Adapter (HCA) designed for high-performance computing applications. It is a product of Dell and Mellanox, two leading technology companies in the field of computer hardware. The adapter uses Mellanox ConnectX-3 technology to provide InfiniBand connectivity with a data rate of 56 Gb/s. This article will discuss the features and benefits of the 555-BCKU Dell Mellanox ConnectX-3 VPI Single Port FDR IB 56GB/S QSFP Host Channel Adapter.
PerformanceThe Mellanox ConnectX-3 technology used in the 555-BCKU Dell Mellanox ConnectX-3 VPI Single Port FDR IB 56GB/S QSFP Host Channel Adapter provides superior performance. The adapter supports Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA) and RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE), which allows for low-latency data transfer. The adapter also supports hardware-based congestion control, which ensures that network traffic is managed efficiently. The adapter has a low power consumption of 5 watts, making it energy-efficient.
ScalabilityThe 555-BCKU Dell Mellanox ConnectX-3 VPI Single Port FDR IB 56GB/S QSFP Host Channel Adapter is designed for scalability. The adapter supports a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and VMware. The adapter is also compatible with a variety of Dell servers, making it easy to integrate into existing computing environments. The adapter supports up to 64 virtual machines per physical port, allowing for efficient use of computing resources.
ManagementThe 555-BCKU Dell Mellanox ConnectX-3 VPI Single Port FDR IB 56GB/S QSFP Host Channel Adapter is designed for ease of management. The adapter includes Mellanox's Unified Fabric Manager (UFM) software, which provides a single interface for managing multiple adapters. The UFM software provides features such as configuration management, monitoring, and performance analysis. The adapter also supports Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) for integration with existing management systems.
SecurityThe 555-BCKU Dell Mellanox ConnectX-3 VPI Single Port FDR IB 56GB/S QSFP Host Channel Adapter is designed with security in mind. The adapter supports Secure Boot, which ensures that the adapter's firmware is authentic and has not been tampered with. The adapter also supports IPsec, which provides encryption and authentication for network traffic. The adapter supports Network Address Translation (NAT), which provides an additional layer of security by hiding internal IP addresses.
Connectivity
The 555-BCKU Dell Mellanox ConnectX-3 VPI Single Port FDR IB 56GB/S QSFP Host Channel Adapter is designed to provide high-speed connectivity for computing applications. The adapter supports InfiniBand and Ethernet protocols with a data rate of up to 56 Gb/s. The QSFP interface allows for the connection of fiber optic or copper cables, providing flexibility in deployment. The adapter supports both Virtual Protocol Interconnect (VPI) and Fibre Channel over InfiniBand (FCoIB) modes of operation.
Overall, the 555-BCKU Dell Mellanox ConnectX-3 VPI Single Port FDR IB 56GB/S QSFP Host Channel Adapter is a high-performance computing adapter designed for scalability, ease of management, and security. The adapter uses Mellanox ConnectX-3 technology to provide superior performance, and it supports a wide range of operating systems and Dell servers. The adapter includes Mellanox's Unified Fabric Manager (UFM) software for easy management and supports Secure Boot, IPsec, and NAT for enhanced security.
General Information about the 555-BCKU- Manufacturer: Dell
- Model Number or SKU# 555-BCKU
- Product Type: Network Adapter
- Total Number Of Ports: 1
- Interface Type: PCI-E 3.0 X8
- Ethernet Data Rate: 10/40/56GB/S
- Infiniband Data Rate: FDR 56GB/S
- Ports:(1) One QSFP+ Transceiver Port.
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