HP 687096-001 Mellanox IB FDR Modular Line Board

Overview

The HP Mellanox IB FDR Modular Line Board (part number 687096-001) is a high performance InfiniBand adapter designed for demanding data center environments. It delivers up to 56 gigabits per second of raw bandwidth per port, enabling low latency and high throughput for compute intensive workloads such as HPC, AI training, and large scale virtualization.

Key Features

• FDR (Fourteen Data Rate) technology provides 56 Gbps per lane for rapid data movement
• Modular design fits standard chassis slots for easy upgrade and maintenance
• Supports both single and dual port configurations to match diverse system architectures
• Advanced error detection and correction ensures reliable operation under heavy traffic loads
• Compatible with HP ProLiant servers and Mellanox switches for seamless integration
• Low power consumption helps reduce overall data center energy costs

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: 687096-001
• Interface: PCIe Gen3 x8
• Port Count: 1 or 2 ports (configurable)
• Data Rate: 56 Gbps per lane (FDR)
• Connector Type: QSFP+
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 deg Celsius
• Power Supply: 75 W max per board
• Dimensions: Standard half height, full length

Applications

• High performance computing clusters that require ultra low latency communication
• Artificial intelligence and machine learning training platforms needing fast data exchange between GPUs and CPUs
• Financial services for real time analytics and risk modeling
• Scientific research environments such as genomics, climate modeling, and particle physics simulations
• Enterprise virtualization where rapid storage access and VM migration are critical

This Mellanox IB FDR Modular Line Board from HP offers the performance and flexibility required to keep modern data centers running at peak efficiency. Its robust feature set and proven reliability make it an ideal choice for organizations looking to scale their high-speed interconnect infrastructure.