Product Description
The IBM EC3M PCIe3 2-port 100GbE NIC RoCE Adapter (Part Number: 00WT041) is a high-performance PCIe3 x16 adapter designed for IBM Power Systems requiring advanced networking capabilities. Featuring two 100 Gb QSFP28 ports, it supports NIC and IBTA RoCE standards for low-latency, high-bandwidth data transfer with minimal CPU overhead. Ideal for enterprise applications like virtualization and database management, it ensures scalable and reliable connectivity.
Key Features
- PCIe3 x16 Interface: Delivers high-speed connectivity via a PCIe Gen3 x16 slot.
- Dual 100 Gb QSFP28 Ports: Supports two 100 GbE connections for maximum bandwidth.
- RoCE Support: Enables RDMA over Converged Ethernet for low-latency data transfer.
- High Performance: Minimizes CPU overhead, enhancing scalability for networking tasks.
- QSFP28 Cable Support: Compatible with copper twinax (up to 2m) or optical cables (up to 100m).
- Error Correction: Ensures data integrity for critical applications.
- 60-Day Warranty: Includes a 60-day warranty for reliability.
- Part Number: 00WT041, for precise system compatibility.
- CCIN: 2CEC, custom card identification number.
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: 00WT041
- Feature Code: EC3M
- CCIN: 2CEC
- Interface: PCIe3 x16
- Ports: 2x 100 Gb QSFP28
- Form Factor: Full-height PCIe adapter
- Supported Cables: Copper twinax (EB5J-EB5M, up to 2m), optical (EB5R-EB5Y, up to 100m)
- Supported Transceivers: QSFP28 optical (EB59) with MTP/MPO cables (EB2J, EB2K)
- Machine Type: 8284, 8286, 8408, 9080, 9119, 9183
Compatibility
The IBM EC3M PCIe3 2-port 100GbE NIC RoCE Adapter is compatible with IBM Power Systems models, specifically 8284-21A, 8284-22A, 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 8408-44E, 8408-E8E, 9080-M9S, 9080-MHE, 9080-MME, 9119-MHE, 9119-MME, and 9183-22X, as verified for their PCIe3 slot support. It requires a PCIe3 x16 slot and supports IBM i 7.3, 7.2 TR4, or 7.1 with resave level RS-710-S, as well as AIX, Linux, and VIOS. The adapter uses QSFP28 cables (copper twinax up to 2m, optical up to 100m) or QSFP28 transceivers with MTP/MPO cables. It is not compatible with non-PCIe3 slots, non-QSFP28 cables, or SR-IOV on 9080-M9S. Ideal for high-bandwidth networking needs, it supports enterprise applications like virtualization and database management, ensuring scalability and reliability.
