NVIDIA BlueField-2 Ethernet DPU User Guide
Server unable to find the DPU | Ensure that the DPU is placed correctly Make sure the DPU slot and the DPU are compatible Install the DPU in a different PCI Express slot Use the drivers that came with the DPU or download the latest Make sure your motherboard has the latest BIOS Try to reboot the server |
The DPU no longer works | Reseat the DPU 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 |
DPUs stopped working after installing another DPU | Try removing and re-installing all DPUs 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 DPU port are compatible |
Link light is on, but with no communication established | |
Forgot password needed to install/upgrade the BlueField-2 DPU image | Refer to the latest version of BlueField DPU SW Manual and follow instructions under “Upgrading NVIDIA BlueField DPU Software” section. |
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Last updated on May 7, 2024.