Solarflare SFN7x24F network adapters Quick Start Guide
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1.2 Installing the adapter
Solarflare SFN7x24F server adapters are compatible with Intel and AMD x86 PCs
with 8-lane or 16-lane PCIe 3.0 (8GT/s), PCIe 2.0 (5GT/s) or PCIe 1.x (2.5GT/s) slots.
CAUTION:
Servers contain high voltage electrical components. Before removing the
server cover, disconnect the mains power supply to avoid the risk of electrocution.
Before handling computer components, discharge static electricity from yourself by
touching a metal surface, or wear a correctly fitted anti-static wrist band.
LEDs
Each SFP+ cage has a single dual-color LED:
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a green LED indicates link detected
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a yellow LED indicates link activity.
1PPS bracket and cable assembly
This SFN7124F SFP+ quad-port adapter supports precision time synchronization and
the IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP).
An optional 1PPS bracket and cable assembly, Solarflare part number
SOLR-PPS-QP10G, is available for Solarflare quad-port SFP+ server adapters. For
detailed fitting instructions, refer to the
Solarflare Server Adapter User Guide
.