NVIDIA ConnectX-6 Dx Network Adapter
Best high-performance network adapter for demanding data center infrastructure.
This SmartNIC is the ultimate workhorse for data centers that need to offload heavy lifting from the CPU. You sacrifice a bit of configuration simplicity for massive gains in throughput and latency, making it the clear choice for high-performance cloud and analytics workloads.
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Who it's for
- Data center architects managing massive high-throughput traffic
- System administrators seeking to maximize host CPU efficiency
- Cloud providers requiring secure multi-tenant network isolation
Who should skip it
- Small businesses operating on limited hardware budgets
- IT teams lacking specialized high-speed networking expertise
- Operators managing servers with restricted cooling capacity
Performance breakdown
Data Throughput
Dual 100GbE ports deliver massive bandwidth for the most demanding workloads.
CPU Offloading
Advanced hardware acceleration significantly reduces host processor overhead during heavy traffic.
Latency Performance
RoCE support ensures near-instant data transfer for time-sensitive enterprise applications.
Interface Versatility
PCIe 4.0 x16 connectivity provides a future-proof foundation for modern server architectures.
Virtualization Efficiency
Optimized packet processing streamlines complex virtual network environments with ease.
System Compatibility
Broad OS support ensures seamless integration into diverse data center ecosystems.
Key Specs
Ports
Dual-Port QSFP56
Host Interface
PCIe 4.0 x16
Supported Ethernet Speeds
100/50/40/25/10/1GbE
Controller
Mellanox Technologies MT2892 Family ConnectX-6 Dx
Dimensions
142.00mm x 68.90mm
Operating Temperature
0 to 55 °C (32 to 131 °F)
OS Support
Windows, RHEL/CentOS, VMware, FreeBSD, OFED, WinOF-2
Warranty
1-Year Warranty
Maximum Data Rate
100 Gbps
Connectivity Type
Wired
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