I

N

D

E

X

Intel® Express 550F Routing Switch

C

Cable

 

 

 

 

10

 

 

 

for the Console Port,

 

 

 

wiring color code,

 

11

 

 

 

Change

 

 

 

 

 

53

 

 

default forwarding mode,

 

 

duplex mode,

60

 

 

 

 

 

 

error limits for adaptive forwarding, 54

flow control,

53

 

 

60

 

 

 

flow control on a port,

57

 

 

forward delay expiry time,

 

 

forwarding mode on a port,

60

 

 

hello expiry time,

 

56

 

 

 

 

IP and IPX details,

70

 

 

 

IP details,

44

 

 

 

 

52

 

 

MAC address ageing time,

 

 

message age expiry time,

56

71

 

number of BOOTP request hops,

 

password,

51

 

 

 

 

 

 

62

priority of the port in the spanning tree,

RSVP settings,

71

56

 

 

 

spanning tree priority,

 

 

 

state of the port,

57

61

 

 

 

STP cost of the path,

 

 

 

STP state of a port,

61

 

 

 

TFTP password,

52

54

 

 

time to measure errors,

 

 

timeout details,

51

 

71

 

 

Type of Service priorities,

 

 

Clearance, 116

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clock

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

set, 45

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Color Code for

 

36

 

 

 

 

 

Main window,

 

 

 

 

 

Matrix Ports,

23

 

 

 

 

126

 

Commands in Maintenance Mode,

130

Communication problems, how to solve,

Concept

 

 

 

20

 

 

 

Intel Device View,

 

 

 

Configuration

 

129

 

 

 

 

 

changes lost,

 

 

 

 

 

standard level,

41

 

 

 

 

 

Connect

5, 11

 

 

 

 

main power,

 

 

 

 

Management PC,

 

10

 

 

 

 

other devices, 10

 

5

redundant power supply,

Connections

117

 

 

number of,

 

 

CONSOLE port

 

 

function,

4

118

 

Consumption of power,

131

Contacting Customer Support,

Contents of the pack,

6

 

Context sensitive help,

vii

viii

Conventions in this manual,

Cooling fan,

5

 

 

Counters

 

100

 

interface statistics,

 

CPU type, 118

 

 

D

Date

set, 45 Default

forwarding mode, change, 53 settings, after start-up, 13

Delete a VLAN,

66

 

DHCP limitation,

18

 

Diagnostics window

 

details,

38

 

 

facilities,

38

 

 

Dimensions,

116

 

Disable

 

 

59

auto-negotiation,

the port,

59

 

91

Domain information,

Duplex mode, change,

60

DVMRP Tunnel,

72

 

add a, 72

 

 

E

Electrostatic Sensitive Device notice, 9 Enable TCP packet redirection, 111 Equipment rack

requirements, 7

to mount the switch, 8

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550F specifications

The Intel 550F is a powerful and versatile processor designed for high-performance computing applications. As part of Intel's family of processors, the 550F is engineered to deliver exceptional processing power, energy efficiency, and advanced features that cater to a wide range of computing needs.

One of the standout features of the Intel 550F is its architecture. Built on Intel's cutting-edge technology, the processor utilizes the 10nm SuperFin process technology, allowing for better transistor performance and energy efficiency. This results in higher clock speeds while consuming less power, making it suitable for data centers and enterprise-level applications.

The Intel 550F boasts multiple cores and threads, which enable it to handle multitasking and parallel processing with ease. This is particularly beneficial for applications that require extensive computational power, such as scientific simulations, financial modeling, and artificial intelligence workloads. The processor's ability to support a large number of simultaneous threads enhances its overall performance, ensuring that users can run demanding applications without experiencing slowdowns.

Another notable feature of the Intel 550F is its support for Intel Turbo Boost Technology. This technology automatically increases the processor's clock speed during high-demand tasks, allowing for improved performance when needed. Coupled with Intel's Hyper-Threading technology, the processor can efficiently manage multiple tasks, enhancing productivity and responsiveness.

In terms of memory support, the Intel 550F is compatible with DDR4 memory, enabling faster data access and improved overall system performance. The processor also supports ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory, which is crucial for mission-critical applications that require high reliability and data integrity.

Security is another area where the Intel 550F excels. It features advanced security technologies such as Intel Software Guard Extensions (SGX), which provides a secure enclave for sensitive data and applications. This hardware-based security feature is essential for businesses concerned about data breaches and unauthorized access.

The Intel 550F is designed with scalability in mind, making it an ideal choice for servers and large-scale computing environments. Its thermal design power (TDP) is optimized to ensure efficient cooling solutions can be implemented, allowing systems to maintain performance under heavy workloads.

In summary, the Intel 550F stands out as a feature-rich processor that combines high performance, energy efficiency, and advanced security features. Its architecture, multitasking capabilities, memory support, and scalability make it an excellent choice for a wide range of computing applications, from enterprise-level solutions to high-performance computing environments. As technology continues to advance, the Intel 550F remains a solid option for those looking for reliability and performance.