What to do if the System Status LED is red on my Mellanox Technologies SX1012?
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.
What to do if the PSU Status LED is red on my Mellanox Technologies SX1012 Switch?
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.
What to do if the Fan Status LED is red on my Mellanox Technologies Switch?
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.
How to fix system boot failure on x86 based Mellanox Technologies SX1012 Switch?
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.
How to fix system boot failure on PPC based Mellanox Technologies Switch?
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.
Why is the System Status LED blinking for more than 5 minutes on my Mellanox Technologies SX1012?
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.
General| Manufacturer | Mellanox Technologies |
|---|---|
| Model | SX1012 |
| Category | Switch |
| Ports | 12 |
| Layer | Layer 2/3 |
| Form Factor | 1U |
| Latency | 300 ns |
| Ports Type | QSFP+ |
| Management | CLI |
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Data Transfer Rate | 40 Gbps |
| Port Speed | 40 Gigabit Ethernet |
Details the maximum throughput and interface speeds per system model.
Advises reviewing safety warnings in multiple languages before installation.
Guides the user through the initial power-on procedure and checking status LEDs.
Outlines procedures for system bring-up, including network attribute configuration.
Offers guidance on diagnosing and resolving system issues based on problem indicators.
Covers essential safety warnings for installation, including weight, electric shock, and temperature.
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