Safety Precautions; Pre-Installation Checklist - Nvidia ConnectX-7 User Manual

A system with a PCI Express x16 slot for OCP spec 3.0 is required for installing the card.
Airflow Requirements
ConnectX-7 adapter cards are offered with two airflow patterns: from the heatsink to the network
ports, and vice versa, as shown below.
Please refer to the "Specifications" chapter for airflow numbers for each specific card model.
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All cards in the system should be planned with the same airflow direction.
Hot Aisle Cooling
Heatsink-to-port Airflow Direction
Software Requirements
• See Operating Systems/Distributions section under the Introduction section.
• Software Stacks - NVIDIA OpenFabric software package MLNX_OFED for Linux, WinOF-2 for
Windows, and VMware. See

Safety Precautions

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The adapter is being installed in a system that operates with voltages that can be lethal.
Before opening the case of the system, observe the following precautions to avoid injury
and prevent damage to system components.
1. Remove any metallic objects from your hands and wrists.
2. Make sure to use only insulated tools.
3. Verify that the system is powered off and is unplugged.
4. It is strongly recommended to use an ESD strap or other antistatic devices.

Pre-Installation Checklist

1. Unpack the ConnectX-7 adapter card.
Unpack and remove the ConnectX-7 card. Check the parts for visible damage that may have
occurred during shipping. Please note that the cards must be placed on an antistatic surface.
the Driver Installation
Cold Aisle Cooling
Port-to-heatsink Airflow Direction
section.
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