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4.1
Switch Platform Hardware Overview
Figure 2 shows the front view of the switch. The figure shows port configurations for the switch
systems, interface I2C connector, and various status LEDs. Externally managed switches come
with an I2C RJ45 connector.
All InfiniBand connectivity is via the connector side panel. All connectors can support active
cables.
4.1.1 LED Assignments
4.1.1.1
System Status Indicators
The System Status Indicators are located on the left side of the front (connector side) panel. The
system status indicators should display as follows:
When the switch is plugged in, within three seconds
• The Status LED
• The Fan LED
• The Bad Port LED
• The Unit ID LED should be off.
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Figure 2: Switch System Front Panel
should light up green.
should light up green.
should be off.
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