Lenovo MCX4121A-ACAT ConnectX 4 Adapters User Guide

Lenovo MCX4121A-ACAT ConnectX 4 Adapters

Specifications

• Product Name : Mellanox ConnectX-4 Adapters
• Adapter Types : ConnectX-4 Lx EN adapters, ConnectX-4 Virtual Protocol Interconnect (VPI) adapters
• Speed Options : 40 Gb and 25 Gb Ethernet
• Supported Networks : Ethernet and InfiniBand

Product Usage Instructions

Installation:

1. Ensure your system is powered off and disconnected from the power source.
2. Locate an available PCIe slot on your system for installing the Mellanox ConnectX-4 Adapter.
3. Carefully insert the adapter into the PCIe slot, ensuring it is properly seated
4. Secure the adapter in place using the appropriate bracket provided.
5. Connect any required cables or transceivers to the adapter.
6. Power on your system and follow any additional setup instructions if needed.

Supported Transceivers and Cables:

• Transceivers:
  • SFP+ SR Transceiver
  • SFP+ 10G LR Transceiver
  • Lenovo 25Gb SR SFP28 Ethernet Transceiver
  • ThinkSystem Finisar Dual Rate 10G/25G SR SFP28 Transceiver
• Cables:
  • Lenovo 1m Passive 25G SFP28 DAC Cable
  • Lenovo 3m Passive 25G SFP28 DAC Cable
  • Lenovo 5m Passive 25G SFP28 DAC Cable

FAQs

• Q: What are the main features of Mellanox ConnectX-4 Adapters?
  • A : Mellanox ConnectX-4 Adapters offer high-performance, low-latency Ethernet and InfiniBand connectivity with options for different speeds and protocols. They provide hardware-based I/O isolation, scalability, and efficiency for various markets and applications.
• Q: How do I identify the correct adapter for my system?
  • A : Refer to the part number information table provided in the user manual to match the specific adapter model with your system requirements.

Built-in Diverter 2 ways

Built-in Diverter 4 ways

Built-in Diverter 3 ways

Built-in Diverter 5 ways

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References

• NVIDIA ConnectX-4 InfiniBand/Ethernet Adapter Cards User Manual - NVIDIA Docs
• NVIDIA ConnectX-4 Lx Ethernet Adapter Cards User Manual - NVIDIA Docs
• Networking Options for ThinkSystem Servers > Lenovo Press
• Mellanox ConnectX-4 Adapters Product Guide > Lenovo Press
• 100 Gb Ethernet Connectivity > Lenovo Press
• 10 Gb Ethernet Connectivity > Lenovo Press
• 25 Gb Ethernet Connectivity > Lenovo Press
• 40 Gb Ethernet Connectivity > Lenovo Press
• Ethernet Adapters > Lenovo Press
• InfiniBand & Omni-Path Adapters > Lenovo Press
• Copyright and Trademark Information | Lenovo US | Lenovo US
• Welcome | ServerProven
• NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-4 Lx Ethernet Adapter | NVIDIA

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