900-9D3B4-00SV-EA0 NVIDIA 200GbE Dual-port 16GB QSFP112 PCIe Gen5.0 x16 Integrated BMC ADAPTER

Product Overview of the NVIDIA 900-9D3B4-00SV-EA0 Adapter

The NVIDIA 900-9D3B4-00SV-EA0 is a high-performance, next-generation dual-port 200GbE networking adapter designed for modern data centers and enterprise server environments. Built on a PCIe Gen5.0 x16 interface, this advanced solution delivers ultra-fast data throughput, low latency communication, and enhanced scalability for compute-intensive workloads. Equipped with QSFP112 ports and an onboard 16GB memory architecture, it ensures efficient packet processing and optimized network performance. The integrated BMC management system further enhances remote monitoring, control, and system reliability in mission-critical infrastructures.

General Information

• Manufacturer: NVIDIA
• Model Identifier: 900-9D3B4-00SV-EA0
• Host Interface: PCIe Gen5.0 x16 high-speed bus

Technical Specifications

• Network Capacity: Dual-port 200 Gigabit Ethernet
• Connector Type: QSFP112 high-bandwidth interface
• Embedded Memory: 16GB onboard buffer for optimized traffic handling
• Management Controller: Integrated BMC for remote administration
• Design: Low-profile, optimized for dense server deployment

Use Cases

• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters
• Cloud data centers and virtualization platforms
• AI and machine learning infrastructure
• Enterprise storage networking and large-scale database systems
• Telecommunication and high-speed backbone networks

Compatibility

• Servers with PCIe Gen5.0 x16 or backward-compatible PCIe slots (Gen4/Gen3 with reduced performance)
• Enterprise-grade rack servers supporting low-profile NIC installation
• Networking environments utilizing 200GbE QSFP112 optical or copper transceivers
• Compatible with NVIDIA networking ecosystems and data center platforms
• Supports major operating systems including Linux distributions and Windows Server editions
• Works with virtualization platforms such as VMware, KVM, and Hyper-V
• Integrates with modern cloud and AI infrastructure stacks

High-Speed Data Center Networking Adapter

The category of advanced dual-port high-speed network interface adapters built on PCIe Gen5.0 x16 architecture represents a major evolution in modern computing infrastructure. This class of hardware is designed to support extreme bandwidth requirements, ultra-low latency communication, and scalable network topologies used in artificial intelligence training clusters, hyperscale cloud environments, and high-performance computing systems. The Nvdia 900-9D3B4-00SV-EA0 Dual-port 200GbE QSFP112 PCIe Gen5.0 x16 16GB Integrated BMC Adapter belongs to this elite segment of networking technology, where throughput, reliability, and hardware-level intelligence converge into a unified platform.

These adapters are not simply network cards; they function as intelligent communication processors capable of offloading complex data movement operations from the CPU, thereby improving system efficiency and enabling predictable performance under heavy workloads.

PCIe Gen5.0 x16 Architecture

PCIe Gen5.0 x16 provides a foundational data pathway that significantly increases throughput compared to previous generations. With each lane delivering high-speed serial communication, the x16 configuration allows massive parallel data transfer between the host system and the network adapter. This architecture is essential for handling aggregated traffic from dual 200GbE ports without bottlenecks.

The internal design ensures that packet processing, DMA transfers, and buffer management are aligned with the high-speed capabilities of the PCIe Gen5 interface, enabling sustained throughput even under continuous heavy traffic loads.

Dual-Port 200GbE QSFP112 Networking Capability

The dual-port 200GbE configuration allows simultaneous handling of two independent 200 gigabit Ethernet links. This effectively creates a 400GbE aggregate bandwidth environment under optimized configurations, enabling large-scale data movement across server racks, leaf-spine architectures, and fabric-based data center designs.

QSFP112 transceiver compatibility ensures that the adapter can utilize next-generation optical and copper interconnects designed for ultra-high-speed environments. This allows seamless integration into modern networking ecosystems where scalability and modularity are essential.

Advanced Packet Processing

At this performance level, packet processing is offloaded from the CPU to specialized hardware engines within the adapter. This includes checksum calculations, segmentation, reassembly, and flow control mechanisms that reduce CPU overhead and improve system efficiency.

Buffering and Data Acceleration

The inclusion of 16GB of onboard memory allows the adapter to efficiently buffer large volumes of network traffic. This memory is used for packet queuing, flow classification, and temporary storage during high-throughput bursts.

By decoupling transient data storage from system RAM, the adapter reduces memory contention and improves overall system stability during peak workloads.

High-Performance Computing

In artificial intelligence training clusters, data synchronization between nodes is a critical performance factor. Dual-port 200GbE connectivity ensures that gradient updates, parameter synchronization, and dataset distribution occur with minimal latency and maximum throughput.

This adapter class is particularly suited for deep learning frameworks that rely heavily on distributed GPU clusters, where network performance directly impacts training time efficiency.

Scalability in Multi-Node Architectures

The architecture supports scalable deployment across hundreds or thousands of nodes, enabling efficient east-west traffic flow in data centers. This is essential for modern cloud-native applications and microservices architectures.

Cloud Infrastructure Integration

In cloud data centers, this adapter class supports virtual machine migration, container networking, and multi-tenant isolation. Its high bandwidth capacity ensures smooth workload distribution across compute clusters.

Hyperscale Storage Networks

Storage-heavy environments benefit from high-speed networking for distributed file systems and object storage architectures. The adapter enables rapid data replication and redundancy synchronization across storage nodes.

Server Platform Support

The adapter is compatible with modern server architectures designed for PCIe Gen5 expansion. It integrates seamlessly with multi-socket CPU systems and high-memory configurations.

Operating System and Driver Ecosystem

Support for major operating systems ensures flexibility in deployment across enterprise environments. Optimized drivers enhance performance and stability under load.

Scalable Fabric Architecture

The adapter is designed to support future expansion into higher-speed networking fabrics, ensuring long-term relevance in evolving data center ecosystems.