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IBM EC3A-LP PCIE3 2 PORT 40GBE NIC ROCE QSFP+ Adapter
- Low-profile (LP) form factor for dense server environments.
- PCIe Gen3 x8 interface for high-speed data transfer.
- Dual-port 40GbE (Gigabit Ethernet) connectivity.
- Supports ROCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet) for low-latency, high-throughput data transfers.
- Equipped with QSFP+ (Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus) cages for optical transceivers.
- Ideal for blade servers or 1U/2U rack servers with limited expansion slot height.
- Provides enterprise-grade performance in a compact design.
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Key specifications
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- PCIe Gen3 x8
- Ports
- 2 x 40GbE
- Connector Type
- QSFP+
- Technology
- ROCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet)
- Brand
- IBM
- Part Number
- EC3A-LP
Product details
The IBM EC3A-LP is a low-profile PCIe Gen3 dual-port 40GbE NIC adapter with ROCE and QSFP+ connectors. This variant is designed for servers with limited internal space, offering the same high-performance networking capabilities as its full-height counterpart.
Technical Information
| Interface | PCIe Gen3 x8 |
| Ports | 2 x 40GbE |
| Connector Type | QSFP+ |
| Technology | ROCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet) |
Additional Specifications
| Brand | IBM |
| Part Number | EC3A-LP |
| Form Factor | Low-Profile PCIe Adapter |
Description
The IBM EC3A-LP is a specialized version of the EC3A network adapter, specifically designed to fit into servers with restricted internal space, such as low-profile or slimline rackmount chassis. It retains all the core high-performance features of its full-height sibling, including the PCIe Gen3 x8 interface and dual 40GbE ports, ensuring that performance is not compromised by its compact form factor. The inclusion of ROCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet) remains a key differentiator, enabling efficient, low-latency data transfers critical for demanding applications. This low-profile adapter utilizes QSFP+ cages, supporting a wide range of optical transceivers for flexible and high-speed network connections. The dual-port configuration offers redundancy, load balancing, and the ability to connect to multiple network segments, enhancing both network resilience and performance. The primary advantage of the EC3A-LP is its ability to deliver 40GbE connectivity and RDMA capabilities in environments where standard-sized PCIe cards cannot be installed. It is an ideal solution for blade servers, 1U or 2U rack servers, and other compact computing platforms that require top-tier networking performance. The EC3A-LP empowers organizations to build dense, high-performance computing clusters and storage solutions without sacrificing network speed or efficiency due to physical constraints.
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