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Please refer to theSpecificationssection for airflow numbers for each specific card model.
Software Requirements
SeeOperating Systems/Distributionssection under the Introduction section.
Software Stacks -The BF1600 Controller Card is shipped with Linux based Operating System burned on it which includes all needed drivers. For more
information, please refer to the BlueField Software User Manual.
Pre-Installation Checklist
1. Unpack the BF1600 Controller Card
Unpack and remove the BF1600 Controller Card. Check against the package contents list that all the parts have been sent. Check the parts for visible
damage that may have occurred during shipping. Please note that the cards must be placed on an antistatic surface. For package contents please refer to
Package Contents.
1. Turn off the power to the JBOF system.
Turn off the power to the JBOF system, and disconnect the power cord and remove the cover. Refer to the JBOF system documentation for instructions.
Before you install the BF1600 Controller card, make sure that the system is disconnected from power and any networks.
2. (Optional) Check the mounting bracket on the PCIe Auxiliary Connection Card.
If required for your JBOF system, replace the full-height mounting bracket that is shipped mounted on the PCIe Auxiliary Card with the supplied low-profile
bracket. Refer to Bracket Replacement Instructions
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All systems in the same rack should be planned with the same airflow direction. All components need to have the same airflow direction.
Please note that if the card is removed hastily from the antistatic bag, the plastic ziplock may harm the EMI fingers on the QSFP connector.
Carefully remove the card from the antistatic bag to avoid damaging the EMI fingers.
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