Broadcom N2100G 2x100GbE OCP 3.0 Ethernet Adapter for Data Centers and Cloud-Scale Networking

The Broadcom N2100G 2x100GbE OCP 3.0 Ethernet Adapter is designed to deliver high-performance networking capabilities for enterprise servers, data centers, and cloud-scale environments. Built upon Broadcom's scalable 10/25/40/50/100/200G Ethernet controller architecture, this plug-in card provides versatile, high-bandwidth connectivity essential for modern data-intensive applications. Its support for dual 100GbE ports and optional 200GbE configuration allows for flexible deployment tailored to specific network demands, with firmware-based runtime configuration enabling seamless adaptability in dynamic environments. The N2100G includes an advanced set of hardware acceleration engines such as the TruFlow™ engine, which optimizes network flow processing to increase virtual machine density by up to 50 percent and accelerates vSwitch operations, reducing CPU load and improving overall server efficiency. The adapter's full-duplex line-rate throughput ensures minimal latency and maximum data transfer performance across various network standards, including RoCE, SDN, and NFV, making it suitable for high-performance computing, machine learning, storage disaggregation, and telco applications. Industry-leading security features, such as BroadSAFE® technology leveraging Silicon Root of Trust, provide robust platform security, safeguarding critical data and infrastructure. Additionally, the adapter supports NIC partitioning with up to 16 physical functions, enabling multiple logical interfaces for complex network segmentation and management. Features like end-to-end congestion management proactively prevent network bottlenecks, ensuring consistent performance. The Broadcom N2100G integrates seamlessly with server management tools via TruManage™, enhancing security and manageability across large-scale deployments. Its multi-host capability allows multiple compute and storage nodes to connect via a single adapter, simplifying cloud infrastructure architecture. Whether deploying in traditional or virtualized environments, this adapter offers the reliability, security, and scalability required for next-generation data centers and enterprise networks.

Features:

• Standards-compliant 200/100/50/40/25/10G dual-port QSFP56 OCP 3.0 adapter with line-rate, full-duplex throughput

• NIC partitioning supporting 16 physical functions (PFs)

• TruFlow™ engine for intelligent flow processing to increase server VM density and accelerate vSwitch processing

• Industry's most secure OCP 3.0 adapter solution leveraging Broadcom's BroadSAFE® technology to provide unparalleled platform security via Silicon Root of Trust

• New end-to-end congestion avoidance and management to anticipate and eliminate congestion before it happens

• Support for advanced networking technologies including RoCE, SDN, NFV, and virtualization

• TruManage™ enhances server manageability and security for data center deployments

• Multi-host allows multiple compute and storage nodes to seamlessly connect to a single Ethernet adapter for cloud-scale networking and storage applications