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Mellanox Technologies SX1012 - User Manual

Mellanox Technologies SX1012
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Mellanox Technologies
www.mellanox.com
Mellanox SwitchX and SwitchX®-2
1U Switch Systems Hardware User
Manual
Models: SX1012/SX1012X/SX1016/SX1024/SX1036/SX1400
Rev 1.4

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Questions and Answers

  • T
    Timothy ComptonAug 1, 2025
    What to do if the System Status LED is red on my Mellanox Technologies SX1012?
    • N
      Nancy WilliamsAug 1, 2025
      A red System Status LED on your Mellanox Technologies Switch can indicate a critical system fault (CPU error, bad firmware) or an over-temperature condition. First, check the environmental conditions, especially the room temperature.
  • G
    Geoffrey CraigAug 7, 2025
    What to do if the PSU Status LED is red on my Mellanox Technologies SX1012 Switch?
    • C
      colepatriciaAug 7, 2025
      A red PSU Status LED indicates a problem with the PSU of your Mellanox Technologies Switch. You should first check or replace the power cable. If the problem persists, replace the PSU.
  • J
    Jacqueline WilliamsAug 11, 2025
    What to do if the Fan Status LED is red on my Mellanox Technologies Switch?
    • J
      Jeffrey EspinozaAug 12, 2025
      A red Fan Status LED indicates a problem with the fan in your Mellanox Technologies Switch. Check that the fan is fully inserted and that nothing is blocking the airflow. If the issue continues, replace the fan.
  • J
    Jessica KimAug 16, 2025
    How to fix system boot failure on x86 based Mellanox Technologies SX1012 Switch?
    • P
      Patricia MurphyAug 16, 2025
      If your Mellanox Technologies Switch fails to boot and it is an x86 based system, connect the RS232 connector (CONSOLE) to a laptop and push the system’s reset button. During the system boot, press the ArrowUp or ArrowDown key when the GRUB menu appears. From there you can select the image to boot.
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    Jason HamptonAug 21, 2025
    How to fix system boot failure on PPC based Mellanox Technologies Switch?
    • Z
      zaveryAug 21, 2025
      If your Mellanox Technologies Switch, a PPC based system, fails to boot due to a failed software upgrade, ensure there is an SM running in the fabric. Connect the RS232 connector (CONSOLE) to a laptop, and push the reset button on the system or the management module. Within 5 seconds, press Control-B to stop the U-Boot. Choose an image to upload (image 1 or image 2), and select the previous image to boot.
  • Y
    Yolanda CarrilloAug 27, 2025
    Why is the System Status LED blinking for more than 5 minutes on my Mellanox Technologies SX1012?
    • D
      Debra WilliamsAug 27, 2025
      If the System Status LED on your Mellanox Technologies Switch is blinking for more than 5 minutes, it means the MLNX-OS software did not boot properly, and only the firmware is running. Connect to the system via the console port and check the software status. If the MLNX-OS software still does not load properly, you might need to contact an FAE.

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction to Mellanox Systems

1.2 Speed and Switching Capabilities

Details the maximum throughput and interface speeds per system model.

Chapter 2: Installation

2.1 Safety Warnings

Advises reviewing safety warnings in multiple languages before installation.

2.8 Initial Power On

Guides the user through the initial power-on procedure and checking status LEDs.

2.9 System Bring-Up

Outlines procedures for system bring-up, including network attribute configuration.

Chapter 3: Interfaces

Chapter 4: Software Management

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

5.1 Troubleshooting Instructions

Offers guidance on diagnosing and resolving system issues based on problem indicators.

Chapter 6: Specifications

Appendix C: Interface Specifications

Appendix E: Safety Warnings (English)

E.2 Installation Safety Warnings (English)

Covers essential safety warnings for installation, including weight, electric shock, and temperature.

Mellanox Technologies SX1012 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerMellanox Technologies
ModelSX1012
CategorySwitch
Ports12
LayerLayer 2/3
Form Factor1U
Latency300 ns
Ports TypeQSFP+
ManagementCLI
Product TypeEthernet Switch
Data Transfer Rate40 Gbps
Port Speed40 Gigabit Ethernet

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