Level 5 Networks invented EtherFabric, a complete solution of software, specialized silicon and high performance NIC hardware that allows Ethernet Networks to be used as high-performance server interconnects that are future-proof even as performance requirements continue to increase.

EtherFabric is the only Ethernet-based, performance-enhanced interconnect that maintains 100% binary compatibility with existing standards, while providing easy scalability to 10Gb/sec and beyond. Level 5 Networks solutions provide data center managers with an easy, incremental migration resulting in increased data center performance and capability while retaining the familiarity and convenience of existing standards.

EtherFabric’s is 100% binary compatible without the use of software adaptation layers, translational API’s or software shims to interface with the applications. This level of compatibility enables all of the existing applications to benefit from the performance acceleration provided by EtherFabric without modification.