Supermicro AOC-A25G-i2SM User Manual page 3

About this User's Guide
This user's guide is written for system integrators, PC technicians, and
knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for the installation and use of the
AOC-A25G-i2SM add-on card.
About this Add-on Card
Supermicro Advanced I/O Modules (AIOM) are the latest form factor designed to
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provide a wide range of networking options as well as other I/O technologies. The
AOC-A25G-i2SM is one of the most feature-rich controllers in the market with a
lower power consumption of 25GbE. Based on the Intel E810-XXVAM2 Ethernet
controller with features such as VXLAN, NVGRE, RDMA, and others, it provides
unparalleled density, performance, and functionality. The Supermicro
i2SM is the most versatile 25GbE controller in the market with the best total cost
of ownership for 25GbE deployments in cloud, telco, and enterprise data centers.
An Important Note to the User
All images and layouts shown in this user's guide are based upon the latest PCB
revision available at the time of publishing. The card you have received may or may
not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this user's guide.
Returning Merchandise for Service
A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required before
any warranty service will be rendered. You can obtain service by calling your vendor
for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. When returning the add-
on card to the manufacturer, the RMA number should be prominently displayed on
the outside of the shipping carton, and the shipping package is mailed prepaid or
hand-carried. Shipping and handling charges will be applied for all orders that must
be mailed when service is complete. For faster service, you can also request an
RMA authorization online http://www.supermicro.com/RmaForm/.
This warranty only covers normal consumer use and does not cover damages in-
curred in shipping or from failure due to the alternation, misuse, abuse or improper
maintenance of products.
During the warranty period, contact your distributor first for any product problems.
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