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HPE S1C90C | Qualcomm X100 5G RAN PCIe Gen4 Inline Accelerator, GNSS RF Input

HPE S1C90C | Qualcomm X100 5G RAN PCIe Gen4 Inline Accelerator, GNSS RF Input

S1C90C

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Description

The Qualcomm X100 5G RAN PCIe Gen4 Inline Accelerator Card (GNSS RF Input variant) is purpose-built for virtualised and Open RAN deployments, offloading compute-intensive L1/Physical Layer baseband functions — including demodulation, beamforming, channel coding, and Massive MIMO 64T64R computation — from server CPUs. Designed for the HPE ProLiant DL110 Gen11, up to three cards can be installed per server, each drawing only 35W, delivering scalable 5G Distributed Unit (DU) capacity across both mmWave and sub-6 GHz spectrums. The integrated GNSS receiver provides high-accuracy timing synchronisation essential for 5G RAN, while the onboard 300Gbps Ethernet NIC with 3x QSFPs handles fronthaul (eCPRI) independently of the host CPU.

O-RAN compliant and supporting all 7.x baseband split options (including future 7.3 splits), the X100 features an upgradable L1 software architecture that extends platform lifespan and reduces total cost of ownership. Its COTS PCIe Gen4 form factor (full-height, half-length) enables seamless integration into standard server infrastructure, significantly reducing the CPUs and cores required for peak 5G performance. Order direct from iptrading.com.au — Australian-owned and operated since 2001.

Features

- Offloads 5G L1/Physical Layer baseband functions (demodulation, beamforming, channel coding, Massive MIMO) from host CPU, freeing cores for other virtualised network functions
- Integrated GNSS receiver (GNSS RF Input) delivers high-accuracy timing synchronisation for 5G RAN phase and time alignment requirements
- Supports Massive MIMO 64T64R beamforming to improve signal transmission and reception across simultaneous sectors
- Integrated 300Gbps fronthaul NIC with 3x QSFPs handles eCPRI independently of host CPU — no additional NIC required
- Up to 3x cards per HPE ProLiant DL110 Gen11 server at only 35W TDP each — scalable, power-efficient DU architecture
- O-RAN compliant with support for all 7.x baseband split options and future splits (e.g., 7.3)
- Upgradable L1 software architecture supports future 3GPP releases, extending platform lifespan and reducing TCO
- Supports both mmWave and sub-6 GHz spectrum deployments for flexible 5G network design
- PCIe Gen4 full-height half-length form factor integrates into standard COTS servers without proprietary hardware lock-in
- Reduces total CPU and core count required for peak 5G RAN performance, lowering infrastructure and power costs

Warranty

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) offers a standard limited hardware warranty on its products, with coverage periods varying by product line. For instance, HPE ProLiant servers typically come with a 1 to 3-year limited warranty, while other products may have different durations.
Extended Warranty Options via IP Trading:
IP Trading offers tailored extended warranty solutions and support packages for HPE products, ensuring your IT infrastructure remains protected beyond the standard warranty period. Contact our team to explore options that align with your organisation's needs.

All technical data should be verified on the manufacturer data sheets.

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Technical Specifications

- Form Factor: Full-height, half-length PCIe Gen4 Inline Accelerator Card
- Timing Input: GNSS RF Input
- TDP: 35W (fully loaded)
- L1 Acceleration: Up to 16DL / 8UL per Component Carrier (CC)
- Fronthaul Interface: Integrated 300Gbps Ethernet
- Fronthaul Connectors: 3x QSFPs (eCPRI)
- Massive MIMO: 64T64R support
- Spectrum Support: mmWave and sub-6 GHz
- Baseband Split Support: All 7.x split options and future splits (e.g., 7.3)
- Compatible Server: HPE ProLiant DL110 Gen11 (up to 3x cards per server)
- Standards Compliance: O-RAN compliant
- Software: Commercial and customisable L1 SW with upgradable architecture
- CPU Independence: Inline accelerator operates independently of host CPU

FAQs

Q: What does the Qualcomm X100 5G RAN Accelerator actually offload from the server CPU?
A: The X100 offloads the most compute-intensive 5G L1/Physical Layer baseband functions, including demodulation, beamforming computation, channel coding, and Massive MIMO 64T64R processing. This dramatically reduces the number of CPU cores required for peak 5G DU performance and frees host CPU resources for other virtualised network functions.

Q: What is the difference between the GNSS RF Input variant (S1C90C) and other X100 variants?
A: The GNSS RF Input variant (SKU S1C90C) includes an integrated GNSS receiver that accepts a direct RF antenna input for high-accuracy timing synchronisation — critical for 5G RAN deployments requiring precise phase and time alignment. Alternative variants may use different timing sources such as PTP/IEEE 1588. Always confirm your timing infrastructure before selecting a variant.

Q: How many X100 accelerator cards can be installed in a single HPE server?
A: Up to three Qualcomm X100 accelerator cards can be installed in a single HPE ProLiant DL110 Gen11 server, enabling significant 5G DU capacity scaling within a compact, power-efficient footprint. Each card draws only 35W at full load.

Q: Is the Qualcomm X100 compatible with Open RAN and O-RAN standards?
A: Yes. The X100 is fully O-RAN compliant and supports all 7.x baseband function split options, including future split options such as 7.3. Its upgradable L1 software architecture is designed to accommodate future 3GPP release features without requiring hardware replacement.

Q: Can I purchase the HPE S1C90C Qualcomm X100 Accelerator in Australia?
A: Yes. The HPE S1C90C Qualcomm X100 5G RAN GNSS Accelerator is available through iptrading.com.au, an Australian-owned and operated IT hardware reseller with over 20 years of experience supplying enterprise and carrier-grade infrastructure. Contact our team for pricing, lead times, and volume enquiries.

Q: Does the X100 require specialised software or does it work with standard virtualised RAN platforms?
A: The X100 ships with commercial L1 software and supports a customisable, upgradable software architecture. It integrates into standard COTS server environments via PCIe Gen4, making it compatible with virtualised RAN (vRAN) and Open RAN platforms. The inline accelerator operates independently of the host CPU, ensuring low-latency L1 processing regardless of host workload.

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