The ATTO FastFrame N422 represents the fourth generation of ATTO's Ethernet SmartNIC technology, delivering unmatched performance for enterprise networks and data centers requiring high-speed connectivity solutions.
This dual-port 25/10Gb Ethernet adapter comes complete with two SFP28 optical transceivers, making it ready for immediate deployment in demanding environments where data transfer speed and reliability are paramount.
As a perfect upgrade from standard 10Gb Ethernet solutions, the N422 provides superior performance to move data faster in latency-sensitive applications, with ping latency as low as 1μs via RoCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet).
Advanced Architecture
The FastFrame N422 features a PCIe 3.0 x8 interface that ensures maximum throughput between the network and your system's CPU and memory.
Its low-profile form factor makes it suitable for installation in space-constrained servers and workstations, while still delivering enterprise-class performance.
The included SFP28 optical transceivers eliminate the need for separate purchases, providing an out-of-the-box solution for high-speed optical network connectivity.
Optimized Performance
With support for line speeds up to 25GbE, the N422 SmartNIC can be deployed throughout the entire data center, from core infrastructure to edge computing environments.
The card's ultra-low latency capabilities make it ideal for time-sensitive applications such as high-frequency trading, real-time analytics, and high-performance computing clusters.
Support for jumbo frames up to 9K further enhances performance for large data transfers, reducing overhead and improving overall throughput.
CPU Offload Capabilities
The N422 features extensive offload capabilities that significantly reduce CPU overhead, allowing your servers to dedicate more processing power to applications rather than network management.
RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) support enables direct memory access between systems without CPU intervention, dramatically improving performance for clustered applications.
TCP/UDP/IP stateless offloads further reduce the processing burden on host systems, enhancing overall efficiency and throughput.
Comprehensive Protocol Support
The FastFrame N422 supports a wide range of protocols including MPI (Message Passing Interface), TCP/UDP, iSER (iSCSI Extensions for RDMA), and SMB RDMA.
This versatility makes the card suitable for diverse applications from high-performance computing clusters to storage networks and virtualized environments.
Support for MSI and MSI-X interrupt mechanisms ensures efficient handling of network events, further enhancing performance in busy environments.
Energy Efficiency
The N422 incorporates energy-efficient Ethernet technology, helping to reduce power consumption in data center environments.
With an operating temperature range of 0-55°C and the ability to function with minimal airflow (50 LFM with DAC, 150 LFM with optics), the card is designed for reliability in various environmental conditions.
These efficiency features contribute to lower operational costs and a reduced environmental footprint for your infrastructure.
Compatibility and Support
The FastFrame N422 offers broad operating system support, including Windows 11, 10, 8.1, Windows Server 2016, 2012, FreeBSD, and the latest kernels of RHEL and SLES.
This extensive compatibility ensures the card can be deployed across heterogeneous environments with minimal integration challenges.
Note that the product does not currently support macOS, making it primarily targeted at Windows and Linux environments.
