Verify the Installation (Linux)

1. Install the ExpressModule in the chassis.

   See Install the ExpressModule.

2. Power on the chassis and cable the chassis to an operational InfiniBand switch.

   Refer to your chassis documentation.

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   Note - The InfiniBand switch should automatically recognize the ExpressModule when it is connected to the fabric if the IB Subnet Manager is running on the switch or on a host within the subnet.

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3. Ensure that the cables are connected to the ExpressModule and switches.
4. Verify that the IB Subnet Manager is running on the IB switch or on a host within the subnet.

   Refer to the manual for the IB Subnet Manager for more information.

5. Check that the green LED is illuminated for each port that is connected to the switch.

   If the green LED is not on, check the cable connections at the adapter and at the switch.

6. Check that the amber LED is illuminated for each port that is connected to the switch.
7. Verify that the IB EM ports are up and the driver is attached:

   # ibstat

   The state of each port is displayed:

   
   

   State Comments Active The port is working. Down The port is not working or the cable is not connected. Initializing If the initialization does not finish, the Subnet Manager might not be running for the subnet.

Related Information

• InfiniBand Software for Linux

• Acquire the BXOFED Software (Linux)

• Install the BXOFED Software (Linux)

• Internet Protocol Over InfiniBand (Linux)