Network adapter NVIDIA ConnectX-7 Internal Fiber PCIe 200000 Mbit/s, Black/Grey

The NVIDIA ConnectX-7 Internal Fiber PCIe network adapter is a wired, high-performance network interface designed for servers and workstations. It uses a PCI Express host interface with fiber connectivity and supports data rates up to 200000 Mbit/s. The adapter is suitable for modern cloud, AI, and enterprise workloads where low latency and high throughput are required, and it is available in a black and grey finish.

Advantages

ConnectX-7 delivers hardware-accelerated networking, storage, and security features that reduce CPU overhead and improve application performance. It supports advanced capabilities such as accelerated switching and packet processing, RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE), GPU-direct storage integration, and in-line hardware encryption/decryption for TLS/IPsec/MACsec. Offered in multiple port configurations and form factors, the adapter enables scalable deployment across edge, core, and cloud data centers.

Suitable for

• High-performance servers and storage systems
• AI and machine learning clusters
• Virtualization and hyperconverged infrastructure
• Cloud and hyperscale data center networking

Key specifications

• Connectivity technology: Wired
• Interface: Fiber
• Host interface: PCI Express (PCIe)
• Maximum data transfer rate: 200000 Mbit/s
• Form factors: PCIe card and OCP 3.0 (varies by model)
• Product colour: Black, Grey

How to use

Install the ConnectX-7 adapter into a compatible PCIe slot on the server or workstation following the system manufacturer’s instructions. Connect the fiber cabling to the appropriate port and configure the host operating system with the provided drivers and firmware from the vendor. Use vendor management tools and standard network configuration utilities to enable features such as RoCE, GPUDirect Storage, and hardware encryption as required by your deployment.

Recommendations

Ensure firmware and drivers are kept up to date and verify compatibility with your server platform and OS. For optimal performance, pair the adapter with compatible network switches and fiber transceivers rated for the supported data rate, and follow vendor guidance when enabling advanced offload and security features.