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Mellanox Technologies MHQH29C-XTR User Manual

Mellanox Technologies MHQH29C-XTR
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ConnectX®-2 VPI Single and Dual Port QSFP
InfiniBand and Ethernet Adapter Card User
Manual
P/N:
MHRH29B-XTR, MHRH29B-XSR, MHQH29B-XTR, MHQH29B-XSR, MHQH29C-XTR, MHQH29C-
XSR, MHRH19C-XTR, MHRH19C-XSR, MHQH19C-XTR, MHQH19C-XSR, MHQH19B-XSR,
MHQH19B-XTR, MHRH19B-XSR, MHRH19B-XTR
Rev 1.6

Table of Contents

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Mellanox Technologies MHQH29C-XTR Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerMellanox Technologies
ModelMHQH29C-XTR
Maximum Data Transfer Rate40 Gbps
Data Transfer Rate40 Gbps
Connector TypeQSFP+
Ports1
Form FactorPlug-in card
RoHS ComplianceYes
Product TypeAdapter
Interface (Bus) TypePCI Express
Data Link ProtocolEthernet

Summary

Revision History

About this Manual

Intended Audience

Identifies the target users for this adapter card manual.

Related Documentation

Lists other relevant documents for Mellanox products and standards.

Online Resources

Provides links to Mellanox websites for support and downloads.

Document Conventions

Explains terminology and notation used throughout the manual.

Technical Support

Details how to contact Mellanox for technical assistance and support.

Firmware and Software Updates

Overview

Adapter Cards Covered in this Manual

Lists the specific Mellanox ConnectX-2 VPI adapter card models covered.

Mellanox Part Numbering Legend

Explains the coding scheme used in Mellanox adapter card part numbers.

Finding the GUID/ MAC and Serial Number on the Adapter Cards

Guides users on locating unique identifiers on the adapter card label.

Safety Warnings

Provides critical safety precautions for handling and installing the adapter card.

Adapter Card Interfaces

I/O Interfaces

Details the various input/output ports and connectors on the adapter card.

InfiniBand Interface

Describes the InfiniBand connectivity and compliance of the adapter card.

Ethernet Interface

Describes the Ethernet connectivity and compliance of the adapter card.

VPI Port Configuration

Explains how to configure the Virtual Protocol Interconnect (VPI) port modes.

PCI Express Interface

Details the PCI Express interface specifications and capabilities.

LED Assignment

Explains the meaning and function of the LEDs on the adapter card's I/O panel.

I2C-compatible Interface

Describes the I2C interface used for debugging and configuration.

Power

Covers the power requirements and voltage details for the adapter card.

QSFP Power Level

Specifies the power level supported for QSFP transceivers.

Memory

Details the different memory components (System, SPI Flash, EEPROM) on the card.

System Memory

Describes the use of system memory for storing connection information.

SPI (Flash)

Details the on-board SPI Flash memory device and its configuration.

EEPROM

Describes the EEPROM used for storing Vital Product Data (VPD).

VPI Adapter Card Installation

Hardware Requirements

Specifies the necessary hardware prerequisites for installing the adapter card.

Installation Instructions

Provides step-by-step guidance for physically installing the adapter card.

Identify the Card in Your System

Guides users on how to locate the installed adapter card in the system.

On Windows

Specific instructions for identifying the card within the Windows operating system.

Linux

Specific instructions for identifying the card within the Linux operating system.

Cables and Modules

Details the types of cables and modules compatible with the adapter card.

Optical Modules for QSFP

Information on compatible optical modules for QSFP ports.

Modules for QSFP to SFP+

Information on adapter modules for connecting SFP+ cables.

Cable Installation

Provides instructions on how to connect and disconnect cables to the adapter.

Driver Software and Firmware

Driver Software

Details the software drivers required for the adapter card's operation.

Linux

Instructions for downloading and installing drivers on Linux systems.

Windows

Instructions for downloading and installing drivers on Windows systems.

Port Type Management Via Driver SW

Explains how to configure port protocols (Ethernet/InfiniBand) using software.

FlexBoot

Describes the FlexBoot feature for remote booting over Ethernet or InfiniBand.

NVIDIA GPUDirect Support

Details support for GPU-to-GPU communication acceleration.

CORE-Direct (Collectives Offload Resource Engine)

Explains the CORE-Direct feature for offloading communication tasks.

RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE)

Describes the implementation of RDMA over Ethernet using DCB.

Updating Adapter Card Firmware

Provides steps to check and update the adapter card's firmware.

Specifications

MHQH19C-X[TSR] Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the MHQH19C-X[TSR] adapter card model.

MHRH19B-X[ST]R Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the MHRH19B-X[ST]R adapter card model.

MHQH19B-X[ST]R Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the MHQH19B-X[ST]R adapter card model.

MHQH29C-X[ST]R Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the MHQH29C-X[ST]R adapter card model.

MHRH29B-X[ST]R Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the MHRH29B-X[ST]R adapter card model.

MHQH29B-X[ST]R Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the MHQH29B-X[ST]R adapter card model.

Board Mechanical Drawing and Dimensions

Illustrates the physical dimensions and layout of the adapter card.

Regulatory Statements

Provides information on compliance with various regulatory standards.

Interface Connectors Pinout

I2C-Compatible Connector Pinout

Details the pinout for the I2C-compatible connector on the adapter card.

PCI Express x8 Connector Pinout

Details the pinout for the PCI Express x8 edge connector.

Replacing a Tall Bracket With a Short Bracket

Remove the Existing Bracket from the Adapter Card

Instructions for safely removing the original bracket from the adapter card.

Installing the New Bracket

Instructions for attaching the new bracket and gasket to the adapter card.

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