General Troubleshooting

Server unable to find the BlueField BF1600 Controller Card

  • Ensure that the BlueField BF1600 Controller Card is placed correctly

  • Make sure the BlueField BF1600 Controller Card slot and the BF1600 Controller Card are compatible

    • Install the BlueField BF1600 Controller Card in a different PCI Express slot

    • Use the drivers that came with the BlueField BF1600 Controller Card or download the latest

    • Make sure your motherboard has the latest BIOS

    • Try to reboot the server

The BlueField BF1600 Controller Card no longer works

  • Reseat the BlueField BF1600 Controller Card in its slot or a different slot, if necessary

  • Try using another cable

  • Reinstall the drivers for the network driver files may be damaged or deleted

    • Reboot the server

BlueField BF1600 Controller Card stopped working after installing another BlueField BF1600 Controller Card

  • Try removing and re-installing all BlueField BF1600 Controller Cards

  • Check that cables are connected properly

  • Make sure your motherboard has the latest BIOS

Link indicator light is off

  • Try another port on the switch

    • Make sure the cable is securely attached

    • Check you are using the proper cables that do not exceed the recommended lengths

    • Verify that your switch and BlueField BF1600 Controller Card port are compatible

Link light is on, but with no communication established

  • Check that the latest driver is loaded

  • Check that both the BlueField BF1600 Controller Card and its link are set to the same speed and duplex settings

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