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Host Interface Card

Installation Instructions

1 Install the Dell X410 Host Interface Card (HIC) in an available x16 PCIe slot

in the host.

2 Connect the Dell X410 HIC port to the C410x, with the provided cables.

NOTE:

For R710 systems, it is recommended that you install the optional x16 riser 2 to

accommodate the HIC card and provide optimal bandwidth.

NOTE:

For information on Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) system configuration design,

see Flexibility: The Dell Approach to HPC GPU Computing at HPCatDell.com.

C410x PCIe Expansion Chassis

For more information, see the C410x Hardware Owner's Manual at

support.dell.com/manuals.

NOTE:

Due to limited system resources for PCIe devices, the C410x does not support

the 8:1 mode in the M610x, R710, and R410 systems. Ensure that the C410x port

configuration mode is set to either 2:1 or 4:1 mode.

To ensure proper operation with the host platform, follow specific power

sequencing requirements.

Turning on the Host

1 Turn on the C410x.

NOTE:

2 Turn on the host.

Rebooting the Host

1 Turn off the host.

2 Turn off the C410x.

3 Turn on the C410x.

NOTE:

4 Turn on the host.

Wait for the GPU power button LED on the chassis to light.