Description
Ethernet 100GB and 1-Port Configuration
The CX455A HPE is a network adapter that supports Ethernet 100GB and 1-Port configuration. This means that it provides a single 100 Gigabit Ethernet port for connecting servers, storage systems, and other network devices.
The 100 Gigabit Ethernet standard is the latest and fastest Ethernet standard currently available, providing up to 100 Gbps of data transfer rates over a single Ethernet connection. This high-speed Ethernet technology is well-suited for demanding workloads in data centers, such as high-performance computing (HPC), cloud computing, and big data applications.
The CX455A HPE support for Ethernet 100GB allows for the creation of high-speed network connections that can provide fast and efficient data transfer between servers, storage systems, and other network devices. With 100 Gigabit Ethernet, large data sets can be transferred quickly and efficiently, improving application performance and reducing latency.
The CX455A HPE 1-port configuration means that it provides a single Ethernet port, which can be beneficial in scenarios where only one high-speed network connection is required. This can help to reduce the number of network adapters and cables required, simplifying the network infrastructure and reducing costs.
The CX455A HPE support for Ethernet 100GB and 1-port configuration makes it well-suited for use in modern data center infrastructures that require high-speed network connections for demanding workloads.
Remote Direct Memory Access Capabilities
The CX455A HPE is a network adapter that supports Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA) capabilities. RDMA is a technology that allows data to be transferred directly between the memory of two connected servers, without requiring the involvement of the operating system or CPU.
RDMA offloads data transfer tasks to the network adapter, which can result in significant improvements in data transfer performance and reduced latency. This can be particularly beneficial for high-performance computing (HPC) and other data-intensive workloads that require fast and efficient data transfer.
The CX455A HPE support for RDMA allows for the creation of high-speed, low-latency network connections that can provide fast and efficient data transfer between servers and other network devices. By offloading data transfer tasks to the network adapter, the CX455A HPE can free up CPU resources for other tasks, reducing the burden on the server’s CPU and improving overall system performance.
The CX455A HPE supports RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) technology, which enables RDMA over Ethernet networks. RoCE uses a lossless Ethernet protocol, such as Data Center Bridging (DCB), to ensure that data is not dropped or delayed in congested network conditions, resulting in reliable and efficient data transfer.
The CX455A HPE support for RDMA capabilities makes it well-suited for use in modern data center infrastructures that require high-performance and low-latency network connections for data-intensive workloads.
Advanced Adapter Management and Monitoring
The CX455A HPE is a network adapter that provides advanced adapter management and monitoring features. These features enable IT administrators to monitor and manage the adapter’s performance and configuration settings, ensuring optimal network performance and reliability.
One such feature is the adapter’s support for standard management protocols, such as Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) and Remote Monitoring (RMON). These protocols allow IT administrators to monitor the adapter’s performance and configuration settings, such as link speed, packet errors, and traffic statistics, using standard network management tools.
In addition, the CX455A HPE provides advanced monitoring features, such as real-time packet capture and analysis. This allows administrators to capture and analyze network traffic for troubleshooting and performance tuning purposes.
The adapter also supports firmware updates and configuration changes through the HPE Onboard Administrator (OA) and HPE OneView management platforms. This enables administrators to centrally manage and configure multiple adapters in a data center environment.
Other management and monitoring features provided by the CX455A HPE include support for virtual LAN (VLAN) tagging, link aggregation, and jumbo frames. These features can be used to optimize network performance and configuration, ensuring that the adapter is operating at peak efficiency.
The CX455A HPE advanced adapter management and monitoring features make it a reliable and efficient choice for use in modern data center infrastructures, where high-performance and reliable network connections are essential.
Main Specification about the HPE CX455A
- Manufacturer: HPE
- Part Number or SKU # CX455A
- Device Type: Network Adapter
Technical Information
- Ports : 100gb Ethernet / Infiniband Edr Qsfp28 X 1
- Connectivity Technology : Wired
- Data Link Protocol : 100 Gigabit Ethernet, 100 Gigabit Infiniband
- Data Transfer Rate : 100 GBPS
- Optical Wave Length : 840 Nm
- Infiniband Edr Link Support
