MCX556A-ECAT

Network Adapters
October 22, 2025
Category Connection: Network Adapters
Brief: Discover the Mellanox MCX556A-ECAT ConnectX-5 100GbE QSFP28 Network Card, designed for high-performance data centers. Featuring 8GT/s speed, PCIe Gen 4.0 support, and advanced storage features like NVMe over Fabric offload, this card ensures industry-leading throughput and low latency. Ideal for intelligent interconnection of x86, Power, Arm, and GPU-based platforms.
Related Product Features:
  • Supports up to 100Gb/s connection per port for high-speed data transfer.
  • Features PCIe Gen 4.0 support for enhanced performance and compatibility.
  • Includes NVMe over Fabric (NVMe-oF) offload for advanced storage solutions.
  • Offers adaptive routing and burst buffer unloading for reliable transmission.
  • Designed for intelligent interconnection of x86, Power, Arm, and GPU-based platforms.
  • Provides low latency, low CPU utilization, and high message rate for efficient operations.
  • Supports RoCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet) for improved network efficiency.
  • Compatible with ODCC standards and meets RoHS requirements for environmental safety.
Faqs:
  • What is the maximum connection speed per port?
    The Mellanox MCX556A-ECAT supports up to 100Gb/s connection per port.
  • Does this network card support PCIe Gen 4.0?
    Yes, the MCX556A-ECAT features PCIe Gen 4.0 support for enhanced performance.
  • What advanced storage features does this card offer?
    It includes NVMe over Fabric (NVMe-oF) offload for advanced storage solutions.
  • Is this card compatible with GPU-based platforms?
    Yes, it is designed for intelligent interconnection of x86, Power, Arm, and GPU-based platforms.