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4. Power cycle the switch, by unplugging and re-plugging the power cord, to load the new firm-
ware.
3.4
Externally Managed Switch System
3.4.1 How to Get Mellanox Firmware Tools (MFT)
Mellanox Firmware Tools (MFT) and documentation are available for download via
http://www.mellanox.com
The MFT kit includes:
• mlxburn
• flint
• spark
• IBspark
• debug utilities
See "Related Documentation" on page 7.
3.4.2 Open SM
To manage the Mellanox switch system using OFED, download Mellanox Open Fabrics from
http://www.mellanox.com
Be sure to read and follow all of the instructions regarding the installation and use of these tools.
3.5
Updating Firmware
The switch is delivered with the latest Firmware available at the time of production. New firmware
versions will be posted on the Mellanox firmware download page:
http://www.mellanox.com> Downloads > Firmware.
You will need the Mellanox Firmware Tools package available in the Mellanox OpenFabrics soft-
ware package, to update firmware for this switch. It can also be downloaded from:
http://www.mellanox.com.> Downloads > InfiniBand SW/Drivers.
You will also need to download and unzip the firmware binary image. This is provided in the Mel-
lanox Web site at: http://www.mellanox.com> Downloads > Firmware and go to the InfiniScale IV
Switch systems. Click in the Table for the FW image that you need.
3.5.1 Instructions for Reprogramming Over the InfiniBand Network
Using a computer that is connected to the internet, connect to the Host machine in the network that
is running the active subnet manager, and is connected to the MTS36140 via IB.
This is done by connecting a cable from the QSFP port of a leaf of the MTS3610 switch chassis to
the IB connector on the Host.
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> Downloads > Firmware Tools.
> Downloads > InfiniBandSW/Drivers.
Management and Tools Overview
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