P10178-001 HPE Mellanox MCX623105AS-VDAT 200GB 1-Port QSFP56 Adapter

HPE 200GB 1-Port QSFP56 Adapter

The HPE P10178-001 Mellanox MCX623105AS-VDAT Adapter is a high-performance networking solution engineered for enterprise servers. With blazing-fast 200Gb connectivity and advanced compatibility, it ensures efficient data transfer and reliable integration into modern IT infrastructures.

Main Information

• Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Enterprise
• Model Number: P10178-001
• Product Type: Network Interface Adapter

Technical Specifications

Form Factor and Design

• Compact plug-in card design
• Optimized for space-saving server integration

Interface and Bus Type

• PCI Express 4.0 x16 interface
• Compliant with PCIe 4.0 specification revision

Port Configuration

• Single 200 Gigabit QSFP56 port

Connectivity and Protocols

Supported Data Link Protocols

• Gigabit Ethernet (GigE)
• 10 Gigabit Ethernet
• 25 Gigabit LAN
• 40 Gigabit LAN
• 50 Gigabit LAN
• 100 Gigabit Ethernet

Data Transfer Rate

• Up to 100 Gbps throughput

Network and Transport Protocols

• iSCSI support
• IPv4 compatibility
• IPv6 compatibility

Compatibility and Deployment

Designed For HPE ProLiant Servers

• DL110 Gen10
• DL325 Gen10
• DL345 Gen10
• DL360 Gen10
• DL365 Gen10
• DL380 Gen10
• DL385 Gen10

High-Performance Ethernet Adapters for Modern Data Centers

The HPE P10178-001 Mellanox MCX623105AS-VDAT Ethernet 200GB 1-Port QSFP56 Adapter belongs to an advanced category of ultra-high-speed network interface cards designed to meet the growing demands of enterprise data centers, cloud computing environments, artificial intelligence workloads, and high-performance computing infrastructures. This category focuses on delivering extreme throughput, ultra-low latency, and seamless scalability for organizations that require reliable and consistent network performance across large server clusters.

Ethernet adapters in this segment are engineered to support next-generation applications that depend on massive data transfer speeds. The 200Gb Ethernet capability allows enterprises to move enormous volumes of data between servers, storage systems, and network fabrics without bottlenecks. This category emphasizes advanced offloading features, intelligent traffic management, and compatibility with modern server architectures to maximize efficiency and reduce CPU overhead.

Evolution of High-Speed Ethernet Connectivity

Over the years, Ethernet technology has evolved from basic networking solutions into a core foundation of enterprise IT infrastructure. The shift from 10Gb and 25Gb Ethernet to 100Gb and now 200Gb Ethernet represents a major leap in network performance. This category reflects that evolution by offering adapters capable of handling massive bandwidth while maintaining stability and security.

High-speed Ethernet adapters like the Mellanox MCX623105AS-VDAT are designed for workloads such as real-time analytics, machine learning training, big data processing, virtualization, and cloud-native applications. The focus is not only on raw speed but also on intelligent networking features that improve overall system responsiveness.

Advanced Architecture and Engineering Excellence

The category of 200Gb Ethernet adapters is built around highly optimized hardware architectures that integrate advanced network processing units, high-speed transceivers, and intelligent firmware. These components work together to ensure consistent data delivery, reduced packet loss, and minimized latency.

The Mellanox-based design used in HPE’s adapter portfolio is widely recognized for its innovation in networking technology. The architecture emphasizes efficient data paths, enabling servers to handle high traffic volumes without overwhelming system resources.

QSFP56 Interface for Superior Bandwidth

Adapters in this category utilize the QSFP56 interface, which supports extremely high data rates over a single port. This interface standard allows organizations to simplify network designs by reducing the number of cables and ports required to achieve desired bandwidth levels.

The QSFP56 connector supports both optical and copper cabling options, offering flexibility for different data center layouts. Whether deployed in short-range server racks or long-distance interconnects, this category ensures reliable high-speed connectivity.

Optimized Signal Integrity and Reliability

Maintaining signal integrity at 200Gb speeds is a critical challenge addressed by this category of adapters. Advanced error correction mechanisms, high-quality transceivers, and robust PCB designs ensure that data remains accurate and consistent even under heavy network loads.

These engineering enhancements result in lower retransmission rates, improved throughput efficiency, and greater overall network stability.

Enterprise-Grade Performance for Demanding Workloads

The Ethernet adapter category represented by the HPE P10178-001 is built to support the most demanding enterprise workloads. High-frequency trading platforms, real-time data analytics systems, and large-scale virtualized environments all benefit from the massive bandwidth and low latency provided by these adapters.

Performance optimization is achieved through advanced hardware offloads that handle tasks such as checksum calculations, segmentation, and encryption directly on the adapter. This reduces CPU utilization and allows servers to dedicate more resources to application processing.

Low Latency Networking Capabilities

Ultra-low latency is a defining feature of this category. The adapters are designed to minimize processing delays, enabling faster data exchanges between nodes in a network. This is especially important for applications that rely on real-time responsiveness, such as financial systems and AI inference workloads.

By leveraging optimized data paths and intelligent packet scheduling, these adapters help eliminate network congestion and ensure consistent performance.

High Throughput with Minimal Overhead

Through advanced offloading technologies, these Ethernet adapters process network tasks more efficiently than traditional NICs. This allows systems to achieve higher throughput without increasing CPU load, resulting in improved energy efficiency and overall system performance.

Support for Cloud and Virtualized Architectures

Ethernet adapters in this category are optimized for cloud environments where multiple virtual machines and containers share network resources. Features such as SR-IOV and advanced traffic management ensure that each workload receives consistent and predictable network performance.

This capability is essential for cloud service providers and enterprises adopting hybrid cloud strategies.

Efficient Network Resource Utilization

By enabling direct communication between virtualized workloads and the network hardware, these adapters reduce latency and improve throughput. This results in more efficient use of network resources and improved application performance.

Enhanced Security and Data Protection

Security is a critical aspect of enterprise networking, and the 200Gb Ethernet adapter category incorporates advanced features to protect data in transit. Hardware-based encryption and secure boot technologies ensure that sensitive information remains protected from unauthorized access.

These security enhancements help organizations comply with regulatory requirements while maintaining high network performance.

Hardware Acceleration for Encryption

Adapters in this category often include built-in cryptographic engines that handle encryption and decryption tasks directly on the hardware. This improves security without impacting system performance.

By offloading encryption workloads from the CPU, systems can maintain high throughput while ensuring data confidentiality.

Secure Firmware and Trusted Boot Processes

Secure firmware mechanisms prevent unauthorized modifications and ensure that only trusted code runs on the adapter. This adds an extra layer of protection against potential cyber threats.

Optimized for High-Performance Computing and AI

High-performance computing clusters and AI workloads require extremely fast and reliable network connections. The 200Gb Ethernet adapter category is specifically designed to meet these requirements by providing ultra-high bandwidth and low-latency communication between compute nodes.

These adapters enable rapid data synchronization across large clusters, improving the efficiency of parallel processing tasks.

Accelerating Data-Intensive Applications

AI training workloads involve transferring massive datasets between GPUs and servers. High-speed Ethernet adapters ensure that these transfers occur quickly and efficiently, reducing training times and improving productivity.

Similarly, scientific simulations and data modeling tasks benefit from the high throughput and low latency provided by this category.

Seamless Integration with GPU-Accelerated Systems

Many adapters in this category are designed to integrate smoothly with GPU-accelerated servers, enabling direct data transfers between network interfaces and GPUs. This reduces latency and improves overall system performance.

Energy Efficiency and Thermal Management

As network speeds increase, managing power consumption and heat generation becomes increasingly important. The Ethernet adapter category represented by the HPE P10178-001 incorporates advanced power management features to optimize energy usage.

Efficient designs ensure that high performance does not come at the cost of excessive power consumption.

Intelligent Power Scaling

These adapters dynamically adjust power usage based on network activity levels. During periods of lower traffic, power consumption is reduced to conserve energy while maintaining readiness for peak loads.

Advanced Cooling and Thermal Design

Robust thermal management solutions ensure that the adapter operates within safe temperature ranges even under heavy workloads. This enhances reliability and extends hardware lifespan.

Compatibility with HPE Server Ecosystems

The category of Ethernet adapters designed for HPE environments ensures seamless integration with HPE ProLiant servers and enterprise infrastructure. These adapters are rigorously tested for compatibility, reliability, and performance within HPE systems.

Organizations benefit from simplified deployment processes and consistent performance across their server infrastructure.

Optimized Firmware and Driver Support

Adapters in this category feature firmware and drivers specifically optimized for HPE platforms. This ensures stable operation, improved performance, and easier maintenance.

Simplified Management and Monitoring

Integration with HPE management tools allows administrators to monitor network performance, update firmware, and troubleshoot issues from a centralized interface.