Network interface
| Characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
IEEE standards |
IEEE 802.3 100 Gbit/s Ethernet |
Type of physical interface |
QSFP56 |
Number of physical interfaces |
2 ports |
Supported pluggable modules |
QSFP28 Note: Which of the supported modules are relevant depends on the link speeds
supported by software.
|
Pluggable Modules
For information on modules that have been qualified by Napatech for use with the IPU, see accessories.napatech.com.
Host interface
| Characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
| Bus type | PCI Express Gen4 |
| Bus width | 16-lane |
| Bus speed | 16 GT/s |
| PCIe controller | Based on a PCIe IP core integrated in the FPGA |
| Data transfer mode | Memory write or memory read transactions |
| Data width | Support for 32/64-bit addressing and data width |
| Interrupt | Support for Message Signaled Interrupts or legacy interrupts |
Physical dimensions
| Characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
| PCIe length | 1/2-length |
| PCIe height | Full-height |
| PCIe width | Dual-slot |