IBM 2145-AH17 – 2 PORT 25GBE CARD (IWARP)

Detailed Description:

The IBM 2145-AH17 is a cutting-edge network interface card (NIC) designed to meet the increasing demands of modern data centers and networking environments. It features two ports capable of 25 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) speeds, utilizing iWARP (Internet Wide Area RDMA Protocol) for efficient data transfer and low-latency communications. This NIC card is specially engineered to enhance the performance, scalability, and reliability of high-speed networking applications, including virtualization, cloud services, and storage networks. With its advanced capabilities, the 2145-AH17 facilitates rapid data transfers and high-throughput connectivity, making it an ideal solution for environments that require superior bandwidth and network efficiency. The integration of iWARP technology enables remote direct memory access (RDMA) over Ethernet, allowing servers and storage devices to exchange data directly, bypassing the operating system to reduce CPU load and improve overall system performance. This feature is particularly beneficial in clustered computing and storage environments, as it minimizes latency and maximizes data throughput. The IBM 2145-AH17 NIC is designed for compatibility with a broad range of IBM systems, offering a seamless and reliable networking solution that can support the evolving needs of businesses.