Mellanox MCX314A-BCCT is a dual-port network interface card (NIC) designed for high-performance computing (HPC) and data center environments. It uses a Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable (QSFP) interface to provide two 40 Gigabit Ethernet (40GbE) ports. This article will provide an in-depth review of the Mellanox MCX314A-BCCT, explaining its features, benefits, and applications.
Features for PCI-E Network Interface CardThe Mellanox MCX314A-BCCT NIC is designed for high-speed connectivity and low-latency networking. It uses a PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface to deliver up to 40Gbps of bandwidth per port, making it ideal for high-performance computing and data center applications. The QSFP interface allows for easy integration with existing network infrastructure, and the dual-port design enables redundancy and load balancing.
The NIC features RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) technology, which provides low-latency, high-bandwidth, and low CPU utilization for network-intensive applications. RoCE enables direct memory access (DMA) operations between servers and storage devices, reducing data transfer latency and CPU overhead. Mellanox's ConnectX-3 Pro chip provides advanced offloading capabilities for virtualization, storage, and network protocols, freeing up CPU resources for other tasks.
The Mellanox MCX314A-BCCT NIC supports a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, VMware, and FreeBSD. It also supports virtualization technologies, such as VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V, allowing multiple virtual machines to share the same physical NIC. The NIC is compatible with Mellanox's management software, including the Mellanox NEO network management platform, enabling centralized management and monitoring of network resources.
Benefits of Dual-Ports QSFP NICThe Mellanox MCX314A-BCCT NIC offers several benefits for high-performance computing and data center environments. Its high-speed connectivity and low-latency networking enable faster data transfer and processing, improving application performance and reducing response times. The dual-port design provides redundancy and load balancing, ensuring high availability and optimal network performance.
The RoCE technology enables low-latency, high-bandwidth, and low CPU utilization for network-intensive applications, improving overall system performance. The advanced offloading capabilities of the ConnectX-3 Pro chip free up CPU resources for other tasks, improving system efficiency and reducing power consumption.
The compatibility with a wide range of operating systems and virtualization technologies allows for flexible deployment and easy integration with existing network infrastructure. The centralized management and monitoring provided by Mellanox's management software simplifies network administration and improves resource utilization.
Applications of Ethernet CardThe Mellanox MCX314A-BCCT NIC is ideal for a wide range of high-performance computing and data center applications. Its high-speed connectivity and low-latency networking make it suitable for applications such as high-frequency trading, scientific computing, and machine learning, where low latency and high bandwidth are critical.
The NIC's advanced offloading capabilities make it ideal for virtualized environments, enabling efficient use of CPU resources and improving virtual machine performance. The dual-port design provides redundancy and load balancing, making it suitable for applications where high availability and optimal network performance are essential.
Conclusion
The Mellanox MCX314A-BCCT is a dual-port network interface card designed for high-performance computing and data center environments. Its high-speed connectivity, low-latency networking, and advanced offloading capabilities make it ideal for a wide range of applications, including high-frequency trading, scientific computing, and machine learning. The dual-port design provides redundancy and load balancing, ensuring high availability and optimal network performance. The compatibility with a wide range of operating systems and virtualization technologies allows for flexible deployment and easy integration with existing network infrastructure. Mellanox's management
General Information about the Mellanox MCX314A-BCCT- Manufacturer: Mellanox
- Model Number or SKU# MCX314A-BCCT
- Product Type: 40Gigabit Ethernet Card
- Expansion Slot Type: QSFP
- Host Interface: PCI-E x8
- Network Technology: 10GBase-X
- Form Factor: Plug-in Card
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