Silicon Power Computer & comm 74669003 manual Connecting the Adapter to a Network

Chapter 2

Connecting the Adapter to a Network

To install the SGI 10-Gbit Ethernet network adapter, refer to the instructions for installing a PCI card in the user’s or owner’s guide that came with the SGI system.

To connect the adapter to a network, do the following:

1.Remove the protective end caps and save them.

Caution: 10-Gbit optics are very sensitive. If you plan on leaving them

!disconnected for any length of time, you must replace the end caps. The optics on the SGI 10-Gbit Ethernet network adapter cannot be cleaned.

2.Insert the LC connector on one end of the fiber-optic cable into the adapter, as shown in Figure 2-1. Ensure that the connector is inserted completely into the jack.

Note: If the network connects to an Ethernet switch, consult the operating manual for the switch to ensure that the switch port is enabled and configured correctly and as the correct adapter type (10GBASE-SR).

3.Insert the connector on the other end of the fiber-optic cable into the connector on the Ethernet switch, or another computer system (as appropriate).

Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 show the connectors for the Release 1 and Release 2 cards. (The Release 2 card is supported with SGI ProPack 4 SP 3 and later releases.)

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