NIC indicator codes
Each NIC on the back panel has an indicator that provides information about the network activity and link status. The activity LED
indicates whether the NIC is currently connected or not. The link LED indicates the speed of the connected network.
Figure 7. NIC indicators
1.
link indicator
2.
activity indicator
Table 6. NIC indicators
Convention
Status
Condition
A
Link and activity indicators are off
The NIC is not connected to the network.
B
Link indicator is green
The NIC is connected to a valid network at its
maximum port speed (1 Gbps or 10 Gbps).
C
Link indicator is amber
The NIC is connected to a valid network at less
than its maximum port speed.
D
Activity indicator is flashing green
Network data is being sent or received.
Power supply unit indicator codes
AC power supply units (PSUs) have an illuminated translucent handle that serves as an indicator. The indicator shows whether
power is present or a power fault has occurred.
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