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Dell 79JD3 ConnectX-3 1x 40GbE QSFP InfiniBand FDR VPI Network Adapter
- 1x 40GbE QSFP port
- InfiniBand FDR support
- VPI (Virtual Protocol Interconnect) technology
- PCIe 3.0 x8 interface
- Low latency for high-performance computing
- Designed for server and storage applications
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Key specifications
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- Network Adapter
- Chipset
- Mellanox ConnectX-3
- Port Configuration
- 1 x 40GbE QSFP
- Network Technology
- InfiniBand FDR, Ethernet
- VPI Support
- Yes
- Interface
- PCIe 3.0 x8
Product details
The Dell 79JD3 is a ConnectX-3 Network Adapter featuring 1x 40GbE QSFP InfiniBand FDR VPI. It is designed for high-performance networking environments requiring significant bandwidth and low latency.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Network Adapter |
| Chipset | Mellanox ConnectX-3 |
| Port Configuration | 1 x 40GbE QSFP |
| Network Technology | InfiniBand FDR, Ethernet |
Additional Specifications
| VPI Support | Yes |
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| Form Factor | Standard PCIe Card |
Description
The Dell 79JD3, based on the Mellanox ConnectX-3 chipset, is a high-performance network adapter designed to meet the demanding requirements of modern data centers and high-performance computing (HPC) environments. It features a single 40 Gigabit Ethernet (40GbE) QSFP port, providing substantial bandwidth for data-intensive applications. The adapter supports InfiniBand Fourteenth Data Rate (FDR), a high-speed interconnect technology crucial for cluster computing and storage networks, offering significantly lower latency compared to traditional Ethernet. Equipped with Virtual Protocol Interconnect (VPI) technology, the 79JD3 offers the flexibility to operate as either an InfiniBand or Ethernet adapter, allowing administrators to choose the protocol best suited for their network infrastructure. This adaptability makes it a versatile solution for environments that may utilize both protocols or require a transition path. The adapter connects to the host system via a PCIe 3.0 x8 interface, ensuring ample bandwidth to keep pace with the 40GbE network connection. This network adapter is ideal for applications such as large-scale simulations, big data analytics, high-frequency trading, and high-performance storage solutions where minimizing latency and maximizing throughput are critical. Its robust design and advanced features make the Dell 79JD3 a powerful component for building high-speed, efficient, and scalable network infrastructures.
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