MCX512F-ACAT

Network Adapters
October 22, 2025
Category Connection: Network Adapters
Brief: Discover the Mellanox MCX512F-ACAT 10/25GbE Dual-Port SFP28 PCIe3.0 X16 Network Interface Card, offering 25GbE max speed, ultra-low latency, and advanced features for data centers and cloud infrastructure. Perfect for high-performance computing and low-latency trading systems.
Related Product Features:
  • Dual-Port SFP28 interface supporting 10/25GbE speeds with backward compatibility.
  • PCIe 3.0 x16 bus type, compatible with Gen2/Gen1 for versatile connectivity.
  • Ultra-low latency of 750ns, ideal for high-performance applications.
  • Supports RDMA, RoCEv2, and SR-IOV virtualization for efficient data transfer.
  • Advanced Open vSwitch offloading reduces CPU resource consumption.
  • Fanless passive cooling design requires chassis airflow for optimal performance.
  • Compatible with various operating systems including RHEL/CentOS, Windows, and VMware.
  • Ideal for data center networking, HPC clusters, and cloud infrastructure.
Faqs:
  • What is the maximum speed supported by the MCX512F-ACAT?
    The MCX512F-ACAT supports a maximum speed of 25GbE, with backward compatibility for 10GbE and 1GbE.
  • What operating systems are compatible with this network interface card?
    The card is compatible with RHEL/CentOS, Windows, FreeBSD, VMware, and supports OFED/WinOF-2 drivers.
  • Does the MCX512F-ACAT support virtualization?
    Yes, it supports SR-IOV virtualization, enabling efficient resource sharing in virtualized environments.
  • What type of cooling does the MCX512F-ACAT use?
    The card features a fanless passive cooling design, requiring adequate chassis airflow for heat dissipation.