900-9X81E-00EX-DT0 - NVIDIA 900-9X81E-00EX-DT0 ConnectX-8 C8180 800Gbps SuperNIC

Name: NVIDIA 900-9X81E-00EX-DT0 ConnectX-8 C8180 800Gbps SuperNIC
Brand: NVIDIA
SKU: 900-9X81E-00EX-DT0
Price: 2482 USD
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900-9X81E-00EX-DT0 - NVIDIA 900-9X81E-00EX-DT0 ConnectX-8 C8180 800Gbps SuperNIC | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The NVIDIA ConnectX-8 SuperNIC C8180 (900-9X81E-00EX-DT0) is a cutting-edge dual-protocol network adapter optimized for hyperscale AI computing and next-generation data center architectures. This HHHL form factor card delivers 800 gigabits per second (Gbps) throughput with support for both InfiniBand XDR and Ethernet protocols, featuring a single-port OSFP connector and PCIe 6.0 x16 host interface with integrated PCIe Gen6 switching fabric. The C8180 incorporates advanced hardware acceleration including a Data Path Accelerator (DPA), RISC-V-based event processor, and Packet Switching Architecture (PSA) for offloading packet parsing, classification, flow control, and SDN/NFV/QoS functions at the NIC level. It supports SHARP (Scalable Hierarchical Aggregation and Reduction Protocol) for accelerating collective operations in large-scale HPC and AI clusters, significantly improving distributed training efficiency across multi-GPU and multi-node environments. The card includes Secure Boot and Crypto capabilities with optional x16 PCIe Down-Stream Port Extension for multi-host connectivity. Designed for AI factories, cloud data centers, and supercomputing networks, the ConnectX-8 SuperNIC delivers high-speed, efficient network connectivity that significantly enhances system performance while reducing tail latency in GPU clusters.

800Gbps XDR IB / 2x400GbE dual-protocol.
PCIe 6.0 x16 with integrated Gen6 switching.
Hardware-accelerated SHARP collective ops.
HHHL form factor with short/tall brackets.
Multi-host DSP extension support.
Secure Boot, Crypto, RoHS compliant.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	900-9X81E-00EX-DT0
Brand	NVIDIA
Condition	New
Model Number	C8180
Product Type	InfiniBand/Ethernet Host Bus Adapter - SuperNIC
RDMA Support	RDMA and RoCEv2 accelerations enabled
Port Splitting	Supported - enables flexible port configuration
Advanced Features	Ethernet Accelerated Switching and Packet Processing (ASAP2) ¦ SDN/NFV support ¦ Programmable congestion control ¦ Enhanced vSwitch/vRouter offload
Hardware Acceleration	Data Path Accelerator (DPA) ¦ RISC-V event processor ¦ Packet Switching Architecture (PSA) ¦ SHARP protocol support
Multi-Host Architecture	Integrated PCIe Gen6 switching with multi-host connectivity via Downstream Port (DSP)

Compatible systems

The ConnectX-8 C8180 is compatible with latest-generation enterprise servers from Dell, HPE, Lenovo, and Supermicro featuring PCIe 6.0 support. Supports major Linux distributions (RHEL, Ubuntu, CentOS), Windows Server, VMware ESXi, and Proxmox VE. Requires PCIe 6.0 x16 slot for full performance; backward compatible with PCIe 5.0 at reduced speed.

Dell PowerEdge
Model: R7615 / R7625
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: 16th Gen (Bergamo)
Full PCIe 6.0 support with latest BIOS
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R6715 / R6725
Form factor: 1U Rack
Generation: 16th Gen (Bergamo)
PCIe 6.0 x16 slot required
HPE ProLiant
Model: DL385 Gen11
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: Gen11 (Bergamo)
iLO 6 firmware required for full support
HPE ProLiant
Model: DL365 Gen11
Form factor: 1U Rack
Generation: Gen11 (Bergamo)
PCIe 6.0 capable slots required
Lenovo ThinkSystem
Model: SR665 / SR675
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: V3 (Bergamo)
XCC firmware 3.0+ required
Supermicro SuperServer
Model: A+ 2214S-TNRT

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Environmental Compliance	RoHS Compliant

Manufacturer Part Number	900-9X81E-00EX-DT0

QoS & Traffic Management	Advanced QoS ¦ Traffic management ¦ Telemetry-based routing ¦ Congestion control mechanisms

Supported Operating Systems	Linux ¦ Windows

Collective Operations Acceleration	All-Reduce ¦ All-to-All ¦ SHARP (Scalable Hierarchical Aggregation and Reduction Protocol)

Network & Communication

Data Transfer Rate	800 Gbit/s XDR IB or 2x 400GbE Ethernet - PAM4 200G/Lane
Ethernet Protocol Support	2x 400GbE (Dual 400 Gigabit Ethernet ports via single OSFP)
InfiniBand Protocol Support	XDR IB 800Gbps (Default) - supports XDR/NDR/HDR/HDR100/EDR/SDR at 400/200/100 Gbps

Security Features	Secure Boot Enabled ¦ Crypto Enabled ¦ x16 PCIe Down-Stream Port Extension Option
Encryption Support	Hardware encryption capabilities with crypto acceleration

Electrical Specifications	Voltage: 12V, 3.3V, 3.3VAUX

Physical Characteristics

Card Height	Half-height
Card Length	Half-length
Form Factor	HHHL (Half-Height, Half-Length) - 2.7 inches height x 6.6 inches width
Package Contents	ConnectX-8 SuperNIC C8180 adapter ¦ 1x Short Bracket ¦ 1x Tall Bracket
Bracket Configuration	Includes both short and tall brackets for flexible installation

Storage Temperature	-40°C to 70°C
Operating Temperature	0°C to 55°C

Interface/Ports

Host Interface	PCIe 6.0 x16 with integrated PCIe Gen6 switching fabric
Expansion Slots	1 x OSFP expansion slot
Auxiliary Card Support	Optional C8180X auxiliary card for dual x16 (SocketDirect) or downstream expansion (DSP)
Network Connector Type	Single-cage OSFP (Octal Small Form Factor Pluggable)

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum throughput of the ConnectX-8 C8180 SuperNIC?

The C8180 delivers 800 gigabits per second (Gbps) throughput with support for both InfiniBand XDR (default) and dual 400 Gigabit Ethernet protocols. This represents the industry's highest single-port throughput for network adapters, enabling ultra-high-bandwidth AI training and HPC workloads without network bottlenecks.

How does the C8180 accelerate distributed AI training?

The adapter features hardware-accelerated collective operations including All-Reduce and All-to-All communication via SHARP (Scalable Hierarchical Aggregation and Reduction Protocol). The integrated Data Path Accelerator (DPA) and Packet Switching Architecture (PSA) offload packet processing to the NIC, reducing CPU overhead by 20-40% and improving collective operation latency by up to 10x compared to software implementations.

What PCIe interface does the C8180 require?

The C8180 uses PCIe 6.0 x16 host interface with integrated native PCIe Gen6 switching fabric. It is compatible with both PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 6.0 systems. The optional C8180X auxiliary card enables dual x16 SocketDirect or downstream expansion (DSP) configurations for multi-host connectivity.

Is the C8180 compatible with existing InfiniBand and Ethernet infrastructure?

Yes, the C8180 supports both InfiniBand XDR (default) and Ethernet protocols, enabling seamless integration into heterogeneous data center environments. It supports InfiniBand standards including XDR, NDR, HDR, HDR100, EDR, and SDR at 400/200/100 Gbps, plus dual 400GbE Ethernet for cloud deployments.

What operating systems are supported by the C8180?

The ConnectX-8 C8180 supports Linux and Windows operating systems. Drivers are available for major distributions including Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu, CentOS, and Windows Server, with native support in VMware ESXi and other hypervisors.

What is the physical form factor and installation requirements?

The C8180 is HHHL (Half-Height, Half-Length) measuring 2.7 inches height by 6.6 inches width, compatible with standard PCIe slots in enterprise servers. The package includes both short and tall brackets for flexible installation in various server configurations and high-density deployments.

Does the C8180 support multi-host connectivity?

Yes, the C8180 supports multi-host architecture with optional x16 PCIe Down-Stream Port (DSP) extension capability. The optional C8180X auxiliary card enables dual x16 SocketDirect or downstream expansion configurations for disaggregated computing and advanced data center topologies.

NVIDIA 900-9X81E-00EX-DT0 ConnectX-8 C8180 800Gbps SuperNIC