
( Brand: Enet Solutions ), ( Manufacturer Part Number: SF28C2-MNSM-1M-ENC ), ( Type: Cable )
The Mellanox ConnectX-4 Lx ENET SF28C2-MANN-1M-ENC is a high-performance 25GBase-CU SFP28 Direct Attach Cable (DAC) designed for use with Mellanox Technologies' ConnectX-4 Lx network interface cards and compatible SuperMicro servers.
This 25GBase-CU DAC utilizes the SFP28 form factor, which is a small, rack-mountable, hot-pluggable, bi-directional transceiver that supports both 25GbE Ethernet and 100GbE Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) applications. The 25GBase-CU speed offers an ideal solution for data centers that require high bandwidth and low latency connections between servers and switches.
Key features of the Mellanox ENET SF28C2-MANN-1M-ENC 25GBase-CU SFP28 DAC include:* 25Gbps bi-directional data rate
* Compatibility with Mellanox ConnectX-4 Lx network interface cards
* SuperMicro servers with Mellanox MT27514, MT27516, MT27518, MT27528, and MT27530 network adapter models
* Supports 25GbE Ethernet and 100GbE FCoE applications
* Supports both copper and fiber optic cabling options (Fiber Optic version available as SF28C2-MANN-1M-ENC-F)
* Hot-pluggable and rack-mountable design for easy installation and maintenance
* RoHS and WEEE compliant
The ENET SF28C2-MANN-1M-ENC DAC is an excellent choice for data centers, cloud computing environments, financial institutions, and other organizations that demand high-bandwidth, low-latency interconnectivity solutions for their servers and networking infrastructure. By utilizing this high-performance 25GBase-CU SFP28 DAC, customers can improve their application performance, increase data throughput, and enhance their overall networking infrastructure.
1. **High Bandwidth:** This Mellanox DAC (Direct Attach Cable) supports 25GBASE-CU (25 Gigabit Copper Under Fiber), providing high-speed data transfer between servers and storage, reducing the latency and improving the overall performance of your IT infrastructure.
2. **Easily Integrated:** This DAC is directly compatible with SuperMicro servers, making the installation process easier, quicker, and more seamless. It fits perfectly into the server's I/O expansion ports.
3. **Long Reach:** With up to 2 meters reach, this DAC allows for longer cabling distances between servers compared to traditional copper cables. This can be helpful in large data centers or server rooms where racks are not placed too close to each other.
4. **Reliability and Durability:** Mellanox is a leading provider of high-speed interconnect solutions for different industries, offering reliable and robust products. This DAC is built to handle heavy data transfer workloads and is capable of operating in challenging environments.
5. **Hot Plug Compatible:** The DAC is hot-plug compatible, which means it can be installed or removed from the server without powering off the system, ensuring minimal downtime for maintenance and upgrades.
6. **Cost-Effective:** Compared to other high-speed interconnect solutions such as Fibre Channel or InfiniBand, 25GBASE-CU DACs like this one from Mellanox are more cost-effective for organizations looking to upgrade their networking infrastructure without spending an excessive amount of money.
Cons:1. **Reach Limitations:** Although longer than traditional copper cables, the 2 meters maximum reach of this DAC might not be enough for large-scale data centers or expanded networks where longer cabling distances are required.
2. **Requires Fiber Infrastructure:** Although it's copper under fiber, the DAC still requires fiber-optic connections on either end, meaning you'll need to invest in suitable fiber infrastructure for your data center or server room.
3. **Compatibility:** Ensure your server and storage systems fully support 25GBASE-CU interfaces before purchasing this DAC. Check the compatible server models or call your vendor to clarify compatibility concerns.
Conclusion:Mellanox ENet SF28C2-MNSM-1M-ENC 25GBASE-CU SFPOSE28 DAC is an excellent choice for organizations looking to upgrade their network infrastructure to 25GBASE-CU connectivity for SuperMicro servers. The advantages include high bandwidth, ease of integration, long reach, reliability, durability, hot-plug compatibility, and cost-effectiveness. While there are some limitations like its maximum reach and fiber infrastructure requirements, these factors can be considered depending on the specific requirements and constraints of your data center or IT infrastructure. If your organization fits the use case, this DAC is a worthwhile investment to improve data transfer performance and reduce latency.
All products coded 110/120V are designed to work in North American only. This listing is for a Enet SF28C2-MNSM-1M-ENC 25GBase-CU SFP28 to DAC Mellanox/Supermicro Compat, item was tested and works with no issues. Please see pictures for the exact condition. Comes with everything shown in the pictures.
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