The InfiniBand SDR Link Layer Core is engineered to facilitate high-speed data transfer in modern high-performance computing environments. This smaller core operates at a frequency of 125 MHz and achieves bidirectional data rates of 10 Gbits per second, making it ideal for FPGA and ASIC deployments. It supports popular FPGA platforms including Xilinx Virtex and Altera Stratix, ensuring broad compatibility and flexibility in various system configurations. With capabilities to operate in lower speed grades, it efficiently supports a range of applications while maintaining performance integrity.