Mellanox ConnectX-5 EN 50GbE Dual-Port QSFP28 Adapter (MCX516A-GCAT)
The Mellanox (now NVIDIA) ConnectX-5 EN MCX516A-GCAT is a dual-port 50 Gigabit Ethernet adapter with QSFP28 ports on a PCIe 3.0 x16 card. Hardware offloads for RoCE, SR-IOV and NVMe over Fabrics make it a strong fit for virtualization, storage networks and high-performance computing.
Specifications
| Brand | Mellanox (NVIDIA) |
|---|---|
| Model | ConnectX-5 EN |
| Part number | MCX516A-GCAT |
| Ports | 2 x QSFP28 |
| Speed | Up to 50GbE per port |
| Host interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| Bracket | Full-height (tall) |
| Features | RoCE, SR-IOV, NVMe over Fabrics offloads |
| Condition | Refurbished |
Compatibility
- Servers and workstations with a PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (full-height)
- Drivers for Linux, Windows Server and VMware ESXi
- Uses QSFP28 optics or DAC cables, not included; runs 50GbE, and 40/25/10GbE with the right cables or adapters
Shipping
- Ships from our US warehouses
- Orders placed by 3 PM Eastern ship the same business day
- Free ground shipping (3–5 business days) to all US addresses
- FedEx 2Day Air available at checkout
Frequently asked questions
Are cables or transceivers included?
No. Use QSFP28 DAC cables or optics that match your switch.
Does it support 25GbE or 10GbE?
Yes, with the appropriate breakout cables or QSA adapters.
What is your shipping cutoff?
Orders placed by 3 PM Eastern (Monday–Friday) ship the same business day. Need a later cutoff? Contact us at sales@techontime.net or 303-222-8038, and we’ll do our best on a case-by-case basis.
Not sure it fits your system?
Send us your server or system model and the label of your current part at sales@techontime.net or call 303-222-8038, and we’ll confirm before you order.






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