One Stop Systems
OSS-PCIe4-ADPT-x8-M.2-2
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Hardware Requirements
This section provides the hardware parts needed for the OSS-537 board to work. It is strictly recommended to follow and use the hardware
requirements listed below in order for the board to operate properly.
1.
M.2 NVME SSD (Gen 4)
2.
Recommended: Server type computer
3.
Optional: Standard work station (with x16 Gen3 or Gen4 PCIe slot) with good air flow and cooling.
Your computer must have sufficient cooling and airflow to prevent overheating of the M.2 media.
Operating
Temperature
0°C to 40°C (200LFM airflow required) based on 1.7°C/W.
For standard workstation, it is highly recommended using 20 CFM Fan or higher
You can measure the airflow by using an inexpensive gadget called “
Anem
ometer Handheld Wind Speed Mete”.
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Software Requirements
1.
Computer running Windows Server or Windows 10 and Windows 10 Pro
a.
For Windows 10 and Windows Pro you need to download and install the driver manually.
i.
Download the Software from Broadcom:
https://www.broadcom.com/products/storage/host-bus-adapters/sas-nvme-9500-16i
ii.
Click the "Downloads", click "Driver" and click the link "ITSas35.....and download the file
iii.
You can also go to "https://www.broadcom.com/support/download-search" and search for keyword "ItSas35"
b.
On Windows Server, requires no driver. OS loads the driver automatically.
2.
Centos 7
3.
Ubuntu 16
a.
NOTE: Ubuntu 18.x to 20.X are not yet compatible due to lack of driver support
