This topic describes how to use the CLI to add and configure vNICs. An Oracle vNIC virtualizes NIC connectivity. A vNIC appears to the Oracle Fabric OS as a physical NIC and enables a server to have an Ethernet network attachment without having a physical NIC present. Instead of the client server using a NIC, an IB HCA is used and then virtualizes the NIC for Ethernet connectivity.
Server profiles must follow the guidelines listed in Naming Conventions.
You can also use the Oracle Fabric Manager GUI to add and configure vNICs. Refer to Managing VNICs on a Physical Server in Oracle Fabric Manager 5.0.2 Administration Guide.
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