Key Features High-Density Performance: Single 100GbE port provides maximum bandwidth for individual servers. Ultra-Low Latency: Optimized for financial trading, high-performance computing (HPC), and real-time analytics. Advanced Offloads: Full offload for TCP/UDP/IP checksum, RSS, and SR-IOV. Virtualization Ready: Supports SR-IOV with up to 128 Virtual Functions for superior virtualization performance. Flexible Connectivity: QSFP28 cage supports 100G SR4, LR4, CWDM4, AOC, and DAC cables. Power Efficient: Industry-leading power consumption, typically under 8W. Technical Specifications Parameter Specification Ethernet Data Rates 100 Gigabit Ethernet Ports One (1) QSFP28 Supported Media QSFP28: 100G-SR4, 100G-LR4, 100G-CWDM4, 100G-AOC, 100G-DAC Breakout Support No (Dedicated single-port design for maximum stability) Host Interface PCI Express 4.0 x8 (Backward compatible with PCIe 3.0 x8) Form Factor Low-Profile / MD2 Bracket included Dimensions 167mm (L) x 68.9mm (H – MD2) x 18mm (W) Power Consumption Typical: 7.5W, Maximum: 8.5W Operating Temperature 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F) Detailed Performance & Architecture Controller & ASIC: Features a highly optimized, power-efficient controller designed for single-port operation, eliminating resource contention and ensuring consistent performance. Hardware Offloads: TCP/UDP/IP Checksum Offload Receive Side Scaling (RSS) for efficient load distribution across CPU cores IEEE 1588 PTP (Precision Time Protocol) support Virtualization: SR-IOV technology provides direct, secure, and high-performance data paths for virtual machines, bypassing the hypervisor overhead. Tranxoptics CoolCore Technology: A dynamic power management feature that intelligently scales power usage based on link status and traffic load, reducing operational costs. Software & Management Support Operating Systems: Linux (in-tree driver) VMware ESXi 7.0/8.0 Microsoft Windows Server 2019/2022 FreeBSD Management: Compatible with industry-standard management tools and SNMP. API Support: Supports DPDK for custom high-performance data plane applications. Compliance & Certifications IEEE 802.3bj, 802.3bm RoHS Compliant CE, FCC Physical Design & LEDs A single multi-function LED indicates port status: Solid Green: Link Up Blinking Green: Activity Amber/Yellow: Fault / Link Down Ordering Information Part Number Description TNIC-2201-LP Tranxoptics TNIC-2201, Single-Port 100GbE QSFP28, Low-Profile Bracket Included Why Choose the TNIC-2201? The Tranxoptics TNIC-2201 eliminates the complexity and potential points of failure associated with multi-port cards when only a single high-speed connection is required. Its dedicated design ensures maximum stability, predictable performance, and lower power consumption, providing the most efficient path to 100G server connectivity.
