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Updating the system ................12 Chapter 4. Installing Nvidia software ..............15 Prerequisites ..................15 Preparing the BullSequana Edge nano server ..........16 Installing Nvidia software from the SDK manager ........17 Checking the installation ................ 19 Running an example ................20...
Preface This guide contains a quick overview of the BullSequana Edge nano server and the first configuration steps. Note You are advised to consult the Bull Support Web site for the most up- to-date product information, documentation, firmware updates, software fixes and service offers: http://support.bull.com...
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− The equipment has obvious signs of breakage. DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1. Atos disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein. CAUTION Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the products from damage.
Chapter 1. Overview The BullSequana Edge nano server addresses challenging AI workloads with a strengthened design. It runs compute-intensive embedded AI predictive analytics and computer vision applications for edge computing. The server contains a Nvidia Volta GPU, which enables the inference of complex AI models with lowest possible latency.
Chapter 2. Hardware specifications Technical specifications Processors ARM V8.2, 3*dual core Max frequency 1.9 GHz Type Nvidia Carmel Nvidia Volta Capacity 384 CUDA Core 48, Tensor Cores, Performance up to 21 TOPS (INT8) Max operating 1100 MHz frequency Architecture Chipset Nvidia Jetson Xavier NX (SOM) Memory Min/Max...
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I/O continued Connectivity 1x MiniPCie 2 ports USB expansion, or 2 ports PoE expansion External router for WIFI, LTE Mounting options Standalone DIN rail kit (optional) Dimension Height 52 mm (2.0”) Width 147 mm (5.7”) Depth 118 mm (4.6”) Operational conditions Operating temperature -10°C to +60°C with 0.7 m/s air flow (Max-P ARM mode)
Connectors and LEDs 2.2.1 Connectors At the front Mark Description Power supply 19-24 V HDMI output 2 USB port (1xUSB 2.0 and 1xUSB 3.0) 2 RJ45 10/100/1000 MBps LAN ports GPIO 4bit in + 4bit out At the rear Mark Description COM port (male) RS232/422/485 Chapter 2.
2. Connect the power supply (19-24V DC) to the server. The power supply can either be server AC converter (which can be provided by Atos), or a DIN rail DC power supply (not provided by Atos). 3. Connect the network cable to the server.
Configuring the server for the first time Procedure 1. Login to the server. Username Factory default: admin Password Factory default: Yop9e4rPb Important It is strongly recommended to change the default user password. 2. Configure the keyboard layout. The keyboard default layout is QWERTY. This can be changed. Example to set a French keyboard: sudo setxkbmap fr 3.
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Example to set the time zone to Europe/Paris: sudo timedatectl set-timezone Europe/Paris timedatectl status Chapter 3. Initial installation and configuration...
Updating the system Prerequisite The Ubuntu repositories must be accessible. Procedure 1. Update the system. The OS is Ubuntu 18.04 and needs to be updated. Run the commands: sudo apt update sudo apt upgrade sudo apt autoremove 2. Remove the unused software. Only 16 GB of eMMC storage is available for the basic configuration, which is quite small.
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Chapter 3. Initial installation and configuration...
Chapter 4. Installing Nvidia software Prerequisites • A developer account on http://developer.nvidia.com to obtain packages and documentation. • A host system, i.e. a dedicated computer with a display, with Ubuntu 18.04 and Nvidia SDK Manager installed. Host system specifications CPU : Intel Corei5 recommended •...
3. Unscrew the four fixing screws and remove the cover. 4. Locate the internal micro-USB port. 5. Connect the host system to the BullSequana Edge nano server with the USB cable supplied. 6. Plug the power cable to turn on the BullSequana Edge nano server.
Installing Nvidia software from the SDK manager Procedure 1. If not already installed, install Nvidia SDK Manager on the host system a. Download Nvidia SDK Manager from https://developer.nvidia.com/nvidia- sdk-manager. b. Follow the installation instructions. 2. Start SDK manager on the host system. 3.
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5. STEP 02: a. Uncheck the Jetson OS check box. b. Click CONTINUE to install 6. STEP 03: The software is installed. Installation may take around 30 minutes. 7. STEP 04: The software installation completes. 8. Disconnect the USB cable. 9.
Checking the installation Once the installation is done, it is possible to add the jetson-stat component to monitor and control the device. 1. From the Bullsequana Edge nano server, launch the following commands: sudo -H pip3 install -U jetson-stats reboot 2.
Running an example The usage of the GPU can be tested with the following command example. Example using a display From the BullSequana Edge nano Ubuntu GUI, run: cd /usr/local/cuda-10.2/samples/5_Simulations/nbody sudo make ./nbody User's Guide...
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