Dell R17HV Mellanox ConnectX-3 2 x Ports 40Gb/s PCI Express Network Adapter Card

Description

The Dell R17HV is a high-performance network adapter based on the Mellanox ConnectX-3 chipset, offering dual 40Gb/s ports for demanding network environments. This adapter is designed to provide significant bandwidth and low latency, making it suitable for a wide range of applications including high-performance computing (HPC), storage networking, and data-intensive enterprise workloads. The ConnectX-3 technology is known for its efficiency and advanced features that optimize network performance. Featuring a PCI Express interface, the R17HV ensures a high-speed connection to the server's motherboard, minimizing data transfer bottlenecks. The dual-port configuration provides redundancy and the ability to connect to multiple network segments or devices, enhancing network resilience and flexibility. Depending on the specific VPI (Virtual Protocol Interconnect) capabilities of the card, it can support both Ethernet and InfiniBand protocols, offering versatility in deployment scenarios. This network adapter card is an excellent choice for organizations seeking to upgrade their server connectivity to meet the growing demands for faster data transfer and lower latency. Its robust performance characteristics make it a valuable component for modern data centers, cloud infrastructure, and research environments where network speed and reliability are paramount. The R17HV contributes to overall system efficiency by offloading network tasks from the CPU.

Condition: Refurbished