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Install the BF2500 DPU Controller in the JBOF system Refer to Installation Instructions
7 Connect the external power supply to the BF2500 DPU Controller
8 Power on the system
9 Perform initial system bring-up
System Requirements
Hardware Requirements
A system that supports PCI Express high power cards is required for installing the card.
The system should be able to support 75W through the PCIe x16 interface and an additional 75W through the ATX PCIe power connector
Airflow Requirements
BlueField-2 BF2500 DPU Controller is offered with one airflow pattern: from the BlueField-2 SoC to the network ports.
Please refer to the section for airflow numbers for each specific card model.Specifications
Software Requirements
See Operating System under section under the Introduction section.System Requirements
Software Stacks - The BF2500 DPU Controller is shipped with Linux based Operating System burned on it which includes all needed drivers. For
more information, please refer to the BlueField-2 Software User Manual.
Check System Requirements Overview under for more details.Introduction
Safety Precautions
The BF2500 card 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.
Remove any metallic objects from your hands and wrists.
Make sure to use only insulated tools.
Verify that the system is powered off and is unplugged.
It is strongly recommended to use an ESD strap or other antistatic devices.
Pre-Installation Checklist
1. Unpack the BF2500 DPU Controller
Unpack and remove the BF2500 DPU Controller. Check against the package contents list that all the parts have been sent. Check the parts for visible
damage that may have occurred during shipping. Please note that the cards must be placed on an antistatic surface. For package contents please refer to
.Package Contents
2. Turn off the power to the JBOF system.
Turn off the power to the JBOF system, and disconnect the power cord and remove the cover. Refer to the JBOF system documentation for instructions.
Before you install the BF2500 DPU Controller, make sure that the system is disconnected from power and any networks.
Installation Instructions
Unless otherwise specified, NVIDIA products are designed to work in an environmentally controlled data center with low levels of gaseous and
dust (particulate) contamination.
The operating environment should meet severity level G1 as per ISA 71.04 for gaseous contamination and ISO 14644-1 class 8 for cleanliness
level.
All systems in the same rack should be planned with the same airflow direction. All components need to have the same airflow direction.
Please note that if the card is removed hastily from the antistatic bag, the plastic ziplock may harm the EMI fingers on the QSFP56 connector.
Carefully remove the card from the antistatic bag to avoid damaging the EMI fingers.
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