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About this Manual
This manual describes the installation and basic use of the Mellanox SX1016 switch, which is
based on the SwitchX® switch device.
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for users and system administrators responsible for installing and setting
up the switch platforms listed above.
The manual assumes familiarity with Ethernet Networks and Architecture.
Related Documentation
Additional Documentation available from Mellanox:
Conventions
Throughout this manual, the name SX1016 and the term switch are used to describe the 64-port
SFP+ 10Gb/s switch unless explicitly indicated otherwise.
The following icons are used throughout this document to indicate information that is important
to the user.
Table 2 - Reference Documents
Switch Firmware and
Firmware Update
Tool
s
See
http://www.mellanox.com
> Support > Download Firmware Tools
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