ATTO Technology FastFrame N412 Dual-Channel 100 Gb/s PCIe 4.0 x16 SmartNIC

The ATTO FastFrame N412 represents the fourth generation of ATTO’s Ethernet connectivity solutions, delivering unmatched performance for the most demanding computing environments.

This dual-port 100GbE SmartNIC is specifically engineered to provide ultra-fast data transfers with latency as low as 1µs, making it an essential component for high-performance computing clusters, cloud computing, and data-intensive applications.

With included QSFP28 modules and support for multiple line speeds (10/25/40/50/100GbE), the N412 offers exceptional versatility and future-proofing for evolving network infrastructures.

Advanced Architecture for Maximum Performance

The FastFrame N412 utilizes a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface to ensure maximum throughput between the network and host system.

This advanced architecture allows the N412 to handle multiple streams of high-bandwidth content, such as raw 8K video, with ease.

The SmartNIC’s hardware offload capabilities significantly reduce CPU overhead, freeing up system resources for application processing.

Optimized for AI and GPU Computing

With its high bandwidth and low latency characteristics, the N412 is particularly well-suited for AI workloads and GPU computing environments.

The card’s RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) support enables direct memory access between systems without CPU intervention, dramatically improving performance for distributed computing tasks.

This capability is crucial for machine learning, deep learning, and other AI applications that require massive data movement with minimal latency.

Media & Entertainment Applications

The FastFrame N412 excels in media and entertainment workflows where high-bandwidth, low-latency connections are essential.

Content creators working with 4K and 8K video can benefit from the N412’s ability to handle multiple simultaneous streams without bottlenecks.

The card’s performance characteristics make it ideal for video post-production, digital imaging, archiving, and collaborative workgroup environments.

Enterprise Data Center Integration

In enterprise data centers, the N412 can serve as core infrastructure for high-speed data transfers between servers, storage systems, and other network components.

The card’s support for advanced features like NVMe over Fabrics target offload enables high-performance storage networking configurations.

With SR-IOV support, the N412 enhances virtualization capabilities, allowing a single physical card to appear as multiple virtual NICs to the system.

Cross-Platform Compatibility

Unlike many high-performance network adapters that limit operating system support, the FastFrame N412 works seamlessly across macOS, Windows, and Linux environments.

This cross-platform compatibility makes the N412 an excellent choice for heterogeneous computing environments and mixed workflow scenarios.

IT administrators can standardize on a single network adapter solution across different operating systems, simplifying management and support.

Environmental Considerations

The N412 is designed to operate reliably in temperatures ranging from 0°C to 55°C with appropriate airflow (225 LFM for DAC, 420 LFM for optics).

The card maintains a maximum junction temperature of 110°C under full load conditions.

With RoHS compliance and energy-efficient operation, the N412 meets modern environmental standards for electronic components.