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Install the ATTO FastFrame Adapter and attach your devices to it using the instructions below
Back up your system data before changing or installing
any hardware.
System requirements
The FastFrame Ethernet Adapter package contains the
following:
FastFrame Network Interface Adapter
QSFP+ Modules (NQ adapters only)
SFP+ Modules (NS adapters only)
If any of these items are missing, contact your ATTO
authorized sales representative.
To install and use the FastFrame Ethernet Adapter you will
need:
A computer with an available PCI Express expansion
slot
Install your FastFrame NIC into a PCIe 2.0 or PCIe 3.0
(NQ41 and NQ42) x8 expansion slot for best performance
The complete FastFrame Ethernet Adapter package
MAC address
FastFrame NICs are configured with a unique MAC address
designated by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic
Engineers. This address, stored in flash memory, allows the
system to recognize the FastFrame NIC as a unique part of
your configuration. The address is clearly marked on the back
of the adapter.
The MAC address assigned to an adapter is assigned to the
1st port of the adapter. If the adapter has more than one port
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then the MAC address is incremented by and assigned to the
2nd port.
For example, for the NQ4Xseries, the assignment will be as
follows:
MAC address
MAC address + 1
MAC address + 2
MAC address + 3
Installation
FastFrame NICs contain components that are sensitive to
electrostatic discharge (ESD). ESD can cause damage to the FastFrame
host adapter. Please follow standard methods to avoid ESD.
For bracket installation, please see the bracket installation
guide included in your NIC product package.
1.
Install the latest drivers. Refer to
2.
Power down the computer and unplug the computer
from all power sources.
3.
Open the case.
4.
Remove the cover bracket from the PCI Express slot
(v1.1a or later).
5.
Install the FastFrame NIC host adapter in any open PCI
Express expansion slot. If you have questions about how
to install an expansion card in your system, consult your
computer's documentation.
The FastFrame adapters fit into x8 or x16 mechanical
PCI Express slots.
6.
Repeat step 4 through 5 for each adapter you want to
install.
7.
Close the case on the computer and power it up.
Driver
Installation.
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