The Dell VC496 is a single-port 100GbE network adapter based on Mellanox ConnectX-5 VPI architecture, designed for high-performance computing and data center environments. It features a QSFP28 connector supporting 100Gbps Ethernet connectivity and operates over PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface, delivering up to 100Gb/s throughput. The adapter is full-height form factor compatible with standard server and workstation slots. Part Number VC496 supports InfiniBand and Ethernet modes, making it suitable for HPC clusters, machine learning applications, high-frequency trading, and storage infrastructure requiring ultra-low latency and maximum bandwidth. Compatibility spans Dell PowerEdge servers and other x86 platforms with available PCIe 3.0 x16 slots. This refurbished unit has been tested and is guaranteed fully functional and available via quote.
