Broadcom NetXtreme BCM57XX User Manual

Linux Driver and Management Application InstallationNetXtreme User Guide
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October 2020 • 2CS57XX-CDUM518 Page 19
Building the Driver from the Source TAR File
1. Create a directory (tg3-version) and extract the TAR files to the directory.
tar xvzf tg3-version.tgz
2. Build the driver tg3.o as a loadable module for the running kernel.
CD tg3-version
make clean
make; make install
3. Test the driver by loading it.
rmmod tg3
modprobe tg3
No message should be returned if this command runs properly.
4. To configure network protocol and address, refer to the manuals supplied with your operating system.
Network Installations
For network installations through NFS, FTP, or HTTP (using a network boot disk or PXE), use the tg3 driver that
is part of the Linux operating system distribution.
Unloading/Removing the TG3 Driver
• Unloading/Removing the Driver from an RPM Installation
• Removing the Driver from a TAR Installation
Unloading/Removing the Driver from an RPM Installation
To unload the driver, use ifconfig to bring down all ethX interfaces opened by the driver, and then type the
following:
rmmod tg3
If the driver was installed using rpm, do the following to remove it:
rpm -e tg3-<version>
Removing the Driver from a TAR Installation
If the driver was installed using make install from the tar file, the tg3.o driver file has to be manually deleted from
the operating system. See Installing the Source RPM Package for the location of the installed driver.
If there is an interface configuration that is related to the tg3 driver, then bring the interface down first by using
ifconfig ethx down and then rmmod tg3.
Note: See the RPM instructions above for the location of the installed driver.

Broadcom NetXtreme BCM57XX Specifications

General

Brand	Broadcom
Model	NetXtreme BCM57XX
Category	Adapter
Language	English

Summary

Installing the Hardware

Safety Precautions

Essential safety measures to prevent harm and damage during hardware installation.

Preinstallation Checklist

Steps to verify system readiness before installing the network adapter.

Installing the Adapter

Step-by-step guide for physically installing the network adapter into a server slot.

Connecting the Network Cables

Instructions for connecting Ethernet cables to the network adapter ports.

Functionality and Features

Functional Description

Overview of the adapter's core functions and connection to the system.

Features

Lists the key technical capabilities and specifications of the network adapter.

Power Management

Explains how the adapter supports power saving and Wake-on-LAN features.

Adaptive Interrupt Frequency

Describes the driver's dynamic adjustment of interrupts for performance.

Dual DMA Channels

Details the adapter's use of dual DMA channels for data transfer.

ASIC with Embedded RISC Processor

Explains the role of the integrated ASIC and RISC processor in adapter functionality.

Supported Operating Environments

Lists the operating systems compatible with the NetXtreme adapter.

Network Link and Activity Indication

Explains how port LEDs indicate network link status and activity.

Windows Driver and Management Application Installation

Installing the Driver Software

Guide for installing the driver and management software on Windows systems.

Using Silent Installation

Instructions for performing an unattended or silent driver installation.

Modifying the Driver Software

Steps to change or modify installed driver features via Control Panel.

Repairing or Reinstalling the Driver Software

Procedure to repair or reinstall drivers for existing or new adapters.

Removing the Device Drivers

Steps for uninstalling the adapter drivers and management applications.

Viewing or Changing the Properties of the Adapter

How to access and modify network adapter properties through the control suite.

Setting Power Management Options

Guide to configuring power saving and Wake-on-LAN settings for the adapter.

Linux Driver and Management Application Installation

Packaging

Details the different package formats available for the Linux TG3 driver.

Installing TG3 Driver Software

Instructions for installing the TG3 driver on Linux systems.

Building the Driver from the Source TAR File

Guide to compiling and installing the driver from a source TAR archive.

Network Installations

Information on using the TG3 driver for network-based installations.

Unloading/Removing the TG3 Driver

Steps to remove the TG3 driver from Linux systems.

Driver Messages

Common driver messages and how to interpret them in logs.

Teaming with Channel Bonding

How to configure adapter teaming using Linux bonding modules.

VMware Driver Software

Packaging

Describes the packaging format for the VMware driver.

Drivers

General information about VMware drivers.

Download, Install, and Update Drivers

Where to find and how to install/update VMware drivers.

Driver Parameters

Explains configurable parameters for NetQueue and other driver settings.

Driver Defaults

Lists and explains default values for various driver parameters.

Driver Messages

Common driver messages logged in VMware environments.

Specifications

10/100/1000BASE-T Cable Specifications

Details cable requirements and distances for Ethernet ports.

Performance Specifications

Lists the performance metrics and capabilities of the adapter.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Checklist

A step-by-step guide to diagnose and resolve common adapter issues.

Checking for Network Link and Activity

How to verify network connectivity and adapter status using LEDs.

Checking if Current Drivers Are Loaded

Methods to verify if the correct drivers are active in Windows and Linux.

Running a Cable Length Test

Instructions for testing Ethernet cable integrity in Windows.

Testing Network Connectivity

Procedures to test network connection using ping and other tools.

Broadcom Boot Agent

Addresses issues with obtaining network settings via DHCP/PXE.

Kernel Debugging over Ethernet

Solves problems with kernel debugging in specific Windows environments.

Miscellaneous

Covers other troubleshooting topics like LSO issues in teams.

Regulatory Information

FCC Class B Notice

Compliance statement for FCC regulations regarding Class B digital devices.

VCCI Class B Notice

Compliance statement for Japanese VCCI Class B regulations.

CE Notice

Statement regarding CE marking and compliance for European markets.

Canadian Regulatory Information (Canada Only)

Compliance information specific to Canadian regulations (ICES-003).

MIC Notice (Republic of Korea Only)

Regulatory notice for the Republic of Korea concerning Class B devices.

BSMI

Regulatory information related to Taiwan's BSMI certification.