Why is the server unable to find the Mellanox Technologies Adapter?
If the server is unable to find the Mellanox Technologies Adapter, make sure the adapter is placed correctly and is compatible with the adapter slot. Try installing the adapter in a different PCI Express slot, using the drivers that came with the adapter or download the latest, and ensuring your motherboard has the latest BIOS. Rebooting the server might also help.
What to do if Mellanox Technologies Projector adapter no longer works?
If the Mellanox Technologies Projector adapter no longer works, try reseating the adapter in its slot or in a different slot, if necessary.
Why server unable to find Mellanox Technologies Projector adapter?
If the server is unable to find the Mellanox Technologies Projector adapter, make sure the adapter slot and the adapter are compatible.
What to do if Mellanox Technologies Projector adapters stopped working after installing another adapter?
If Mellanox Technologies Projector adapters stopped working after installing another adapter, try removing and reinstalling all adapters.
What to do if Mellanox Technologies Adapter no longer works?
If your Mellanox Technologies Adapter no longer works, try reseating it in its slot or a different slot. You can also try using another cable, reinstalling the drivers (the network driver files may be damaged or deleted), and rebooting the server.
How to fix link light on but no communication on Mellanox Technologies ConnectX-3 Adapter?
If the link light is on but no communication is established on your Mellanox Technologies Adapter, ensure that the latest driver is loaded and verify that both the adapter and its link are set to the same speed and duplex settings.
What to do if Mellanox Technologies Ethernet Driver Fails to Start?
If the Ethernet Driver fails to start, it could be due to the wrong firmware image programmed on the adapter card. Check the Event log under the mlx4_bus source for the error message: RUN_FW command failed with error -22. Alternatively, a hardware error may be the cause. If a yellow sign appears near the Mellanox ConnectX Ethernet Adapter instance in the Device Manager, try disabling and re-enabling “Mellanox ConnectX Adapter” from the Device Manager display.
What to do if Mellanox Technologies ConnectX-3 Adapter link light is on, but with no communication established?
If the link light is on but no communication is established, ensure that the latest driver is loaded. Also, check that both the adapter and its link are set to the same speed and duplex settings.
What to do if Mellanox Technologies ConnectX-3 Adapter link indicator light is off?
If the link indicator light is off, ensure the adapter driver is loaded. Also, try another port on the switch. Make sure the cable is securely attached and that you are using the correct cables that do not exceed the recommended lengths. Verify that your switch and adapter port are compatible.
What to do if Mellanox Technologies Projector link light is on, but with no communication established?
If the link light is on, but with no communication established on your Mellanox Technologies Projector, check that the latest driver is loaded.
Overview of Mellanox Ethernet adapters, RDMA, and performance benefits.
Lists key features like low latency RDMA, QoS, dual ports, and offloads.
Lists compatible OS like RHEL, SLES, OFED, Windows Server, and VMware ESX.
Describes physical interfaces including QSFP+, SFP+, PCIe, and LEDs.
Details QSFP+ and SFP+ port compliance with Ethernet standards.
Explains the function of Link and Activity LEDs based on speed and status.
Specifies hardware (PCIe slot) and software prerequisites, including BIOS and iDRAC.
Lists critical safety measures for handling and installing hardware to prevent injury.
A checklist to verify system requirements and card condition before installation.
Provides step-by-step guidance for installing adapter and mezzanine cards.
Instructions for inserting and removing network cables from adapter ports.
Covers downloading, installing, and uninstalling Mellanox OFED for Linux.
Details features like iSER, QoS, Time-Stamping, Flow Steering, and SR-IOV.
Instructions for installing Mellanox drivers for VMware vSphere environments.
Guide to downloading and installing Mellanox OFED for Windows (WinOF).
Explains QoS configuration and RDMA over Converged Ethernet for Windows.
Covers iSCSI boot configuration for RHEL/SLES and Windows clients.
Details the configuration steps for PXE booting SLES11 SP3.
Troubleshooting common issues like adapter detection, connectivity, and LEDs.
Troubleshooting specific to Linux, including firmware, environment, and card detection.
Troubleshooting specific to Windows, covering performance, driver issues, and event viewer errors.
Lists compliance statements for FCC, EN, ICES, VCCI, and KCC certifications.
Shows how to view firmware and UEFI version numbers in Dell System Setup.
Details configuration of boot protocol, VLAN mode/ID, and Option ROM status.
Explains how to override default iSCSI settings and replace DHCP configuration.
Allows configuration of Global Flow control settings for adapter ports.
Guides on enabling and configuring SR-IOV at system and adapter levels.
General| Product Name | ConnectX-3 |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Adapter |
| Manufacturer | Mellanox Technologies |
| Category | Adapter |
| Interface Type | PCI Express 3.0 |
| Maximum Data Rate | 40 Gbps |
| Data Transfer Rate | 40 Gbps |
| Data Rate per Port | 40 Gbps |
| Ports | 1 or 2 |
| Connector Type | QSFP |
| Supported Protocols | Ethernet, InfiniBand |
| InfiniBand Support | Yes |
| Virtualization | SR-IOV |
| RDMA Support | Yes |
| RoCE Support | Yes |
| iWARP Support | Yes |
| Form Factor | Low Profile |
| Compliance | RoHS |
| InfiniBand Data Rates | QDR (40 Gbps), FDR (56 Gbps) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C |
| Ethernet Standards | IEEE 802.3ae (10 GbE), IEEE 802.3ba (40 GbE) |
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