Multipurpose Management (Mng) Console Cable - Mellanox Technologies Grid Director 4036 Installation Manual

Grid Director 4036/2036 Installation Manual
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To connect an InfiniBand cable to a 4036/2036 switch
1. Insert the cable into the Cabling Guide bracket, if it applies.
2. Position the connector opposite a connector located on the rear of the 4036/2036 chassis.
Depending upon the InfiniBand connector type, squeeze the tabs on either side of the head
shell, and push the connector in place.
OR
Gently push the latch and push the connector in place.
3. Verify that the cable is inserted properly into the connector by gently tugging the cable;
verify that the Link State green-colored LED lights (and does not flash) indicating a good
physical connection.
4. Route the cable to the nearest convenient rack location and gently fasten in place with
Velcro tie or tie wraps.
InfiniBand Cabling — Do's and Don'ts
For Port Cable Specifications, refer to
7.3

Multipurpose Management (Mng) Console Cable

For out-of-band management of a 4036/2036 switch, a single Multi-purpose cable kit
is provided, as shown.
CAUTION:
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Avoid using tie wrap guns or similar tools; do not fasten the InfiniBand cable too tightly, as this
may cause irreversible damage to the cables.
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Tie wraps and zip ties could cause potential damage to the cables. Velcro tie is the
recommended option.
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Do not bend the InfiniBand cables too sharply. The minimum bend radius is 4" (10 cm).
Do not kink the cable
Do not over-bend the cable behind the connector
Do not twist the connector
Appendix A (on page 59).
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