MCX653106A-ECAT ConnectX-6 100GbE Dual-Port QSFP56 NIC
MCX653106A-ECAT ConnectX-6 100GbE Dual-Port QSFP56 NIC is a high-performance NVIDIA Mellanox VPI network adapter designed for AI servers, GPU clusters, high-performance computing systems, enterprise data centers, and high-speed storage environments.
Based on NVIDIA ConnectX-6 technology, the adapter features dual QSFP56 ports and supports both InfiniBand and Ethernet networking. The MCX653106A-ECAT ConnectX-6 100GbE Dual-Port QSFP56 NIC supports HDR100 and EDR InfiniBand as well as Ethernet speeds up to 100GbE, providing flexible connectivity for demanding AI and HPC infrastructure.
Key Features
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NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-6 VPI architecture
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Part Number: MCX653106A-ECAT
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Dual-port QSFP56 connectivity
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Up to 100GbE Ethernet
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HDR100 InfiniBand support
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EDR InfiniBand support
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Ethernet and InfiniBand VPI capability
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PCIe x16 host interface
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Supports PCIe Gen 3.0 / Gen 4.0 SERDES
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Tall bracket configuration
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Suitable for AI servers and GPU clusters
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Designed for HPC and enterprise data centers
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High-speed storage and server networking
The MCX653106A-ECAT ConnectX-6 100GbE Dual-Port QSFP56 NIC provides flexible networking for organizations requiring both Ethernet and InfiniBand connectivity within the same server infrastructure.
Product Specifications
| Item | Specification |
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| Brand | NVIDIA Mellanox |
| Model | MCX653106A-ECAT |
| Series | ConnectX-6 VPI |
| Product Type | InfiniBand / Ethernet Network Adapter |
| Ethernet Speed | Up to 100GbE |
| InfiniBand Speed | Up to HDR100 |
| InfiniBand Support | SDR / DDR / QDR / FDR / EDR / HDR100 |
| Number of Ports | 2 |
| Port Type | Dual QSFP56 |
| Host Interface | PCIe x16 |
| PCIe SERDES | Gen 3.0 / Gen 4.0 |
| Bracket Type | Tall Bracket |
| Network Technology | Ethernet / InfiniBand VPI |
| Application | AI Server, GPU Server, HPC, Data Center |
| Typical Use | AI Clusters, HPC, Storage Networking, Cloud |
AI Server and HPC Applications
The MCX653106A-ECAT ConnectX-6 100GbE Dual-Port QSFP56 NIC is suitable for AI training servers, GPU computing nodes, HPC clusters, enterprise storage systems, and high-performance data center networks.
Its VPI architecture allows the adapter to support both Ethernet and InfiniBand environments. This makes it useful for system integrators and data center operators that require flexible network architecture across AI compute, storage, and enterprise infrastructure.
HDR100 and EDR InfiniBand connectivity can be used for low-latency compute fabrics, while 100GbE Ethernet supports general-purpose data center, storage, cloud, and enterprise networking.
Typical Applications
The MCX653106A-ECAT ConnectX-6 100GbE Dual-Port QSFP56 NIC can be deployed in:
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AI training clusters
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GPU server interconnects
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HPC computing systems
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Enterprise data centers
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Distributed storage platforms
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High-speed storage networks
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Private cloud infrastructure
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Virtualization environments
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Server network upgrades
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InfiniBand and Ethernet converged environments
Ethernet and InfiniBand VPI Support
One of the key advantages of MCX653106A-ECAT is its VPI architecture.
The adapter supports both 100GbE Ethernet and InfiniBand protocols up to HDR100, allowing customers to deploy the same network adapter across different server and cluster networking environments.
For AI and HPC projects, this flexibility can simplify hardware sourcing and allow infrastructure teams to select Ethernet or InfiniBand according to workload requirements and network topology.
MCX653106A-ECAT vs MCX653106A-HDAT
Both models belong to the ConnectX-6 VPI family and use dual QSFP56 ports, but their maximum network speeds are different.
| Model | Ethernet | InfiniBand | Ports |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCX653106A-ECAT | Up to 100GbE | Up to HDR100 | Dual QSFP56 |
| MCX653106A-HDAT | Up to 200GbE | Up to HDR 200Gb/s | Dual QSFP56 |
MCX653106A-ECAT is intended for 100Gb/s-class networking, while MCX653106A-HDAT is designed for higher-bandwidth 200Gb/s deployments.
About Us
Why Choose MCX653106A-ECAT?
The MCX653106A-ECAT ConnectX-6 100GbE Dual-Port QSFP56 NIC combines dual-port connectivity, 100GbE Ethernet, HDR100 InfiniBand, EDR support, and NVIDIA ConnectX-6 VPI technology.
It is suitable for customers requiring:
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Dual-port high-speed networking
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100GbE Ethernet connectivity
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HDR100 and EDR InfiniBand
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AI and GPU server networking
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HPC cluster interconnects
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Enterprise storage networking
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Flexible Ethernet / InfiniBand architecture
FAQ
Q: What is MCX653106A-ECAT?
A: MCX653106A-ECAT is an NVIDIA Mellanox ConnectX-6 VPI adapter featuring dual QSFP56 ports and support for 100GbE Ethernet, HDR100, and EDR InfiniBand.
Q: Does MCX653106A-ECAT support 100GbE?
A: Yes. It supports Ethernet speeds up to 100GbE.
Q: Does MCX653106A-ECAT support InfiniBand?
A: Yes. It supports InfiniBand protocols including SDR, DDR, QDR, FDR, EDR, and HDR100.
Q: How many ports does MCX653106A-ECAT have?
A: It features two QSFP56 network ports.
Q: Is MCX653106A-ECAT a VPI adapter?
A: Yes. ConnectX-6 VPI technology allows it to support both Ethernet and InfiniBand networking.
Q: Is MCX653106A-ECAT suitable for AI servers?
A: Yes. It is suitable for AI servers, GPU clusters, HPC systems, storage networks, cloud platforms, and high-bandwidth data center infrastructure.
Q: Is MCX653106A-ECAT a 200GbE adapter?
A: No. MCX653106A-ECAT is a 100Gb/s-class adapter supporting up to 100GbE and HDR100. For 200GbE / HDR 200Gb/s applications, MCX653106A-HDAT is the corresponding higher-speed model.
Q: Can CubeCore supply MCX653106A-ECAT in bulk?
A: Yes. CubeCore supports tested hardware supply, model verification, bulk orders, project-based procurement, and global delivery.
