1. پیژندنه
This manual provides essential information for the installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the NVIDIA Spectrum-2 MSN3700C Ethernet Switch. The MSN3700C is a high-performance 1U 32-port 100GbE Open Ethernet Network switch designed for spine or high-density leaf applications in data center environments.

Figure 1: NVIDIA Spectrum-2 MSN3700C Ethernet Switch. This image displays the front panel of the switch, highlighting its compact 1U form factor and the arrangement of its 32 SFP+ ports, designed for high-speed network connectivity.
2. د خوندیتوب معلومات
د ټپي کیدو او تجهیزاتو د زیان مخنیوي لپاره لاندې خوندیتوب احتیاطي تدابیر په پام کې ونیسئ:
- Ensure proper grounding before connecting power.
- Do not operate the switch in environments exceeding the specified temperature range (up to 60 Degrees Celsius).
- Use only the provided power supplies.
- د ډیر تودوخې مخنیوي لپاره د هوا د خلاصیدو مخنیوي څخه مخنیوی وکړئ.
- یوازې وړ پرسونل باید نصب او ساتنه ترسره کړي.
3. د بسته محتويات
ډاډ ترلاسه کړئ چې ټول توکي په کڅوړه کې شتون لري:
- 1 x NVIDIA Spectrum-2 MSN3700C Ethernet Switch
- 2 x Power Supplies (AC)
- 1 x Rail Kit
4. ترتیب کول
4.1. فزیکي نصب کول
The MSN3700C switch is designed for rail mounting, suitable for standard server racks.
- Attach the provided rail kit to the server rack according to the rail kit instructions.
- Carefully slide the switch onto the installed rails until it clicks into place.
- Secure the switch to the rack using the appropriate screws.
4.2. د بریښنا پیوستون
Connect the two AC power supplies to the switch and then to a grounded power source.
- Insert each power supply unit into its designated slot on the switch.
- Connect the power cables from the power supply units to separate, grounded AC outlets for redundancy.
- Verify that the power indicator LEDs on the switch illuminate.
4.3. د شبکې اړیکې
The switch features 32 SFP+ ports for 100 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity.
- Insert compatible SFP+ transceivers into the desired ports.
- Connect optical fiber cables from the transceivers to your network devices (servers, other switches).
- The ports can be split to support up to 128x 10/25GbE ports using appropriate splitter cables and transceivers.
5. عملیاتي لارښوونې
5.1. بنسټیز فعالیت
The MSN3700C supports comprehensive Layer-2 and Layer-3 switching capabilities.
- Layer-2 Switching: Facilitates efficient data forwarding within a local network segment.
- Layer-3 Switching: Enables routing between different network segments and subnets.
5.2. پرمختللي ځانګړتیاوې
The switch incorporates advanced features for modern data center networking:
- RoCE Transport: Robust support for RDMA over Converged Ethernet, powering NVMe over Fabric and Machine Learning applications leveraging NVIDIA GPUDirect.
- VXLAN: Best-in-class VXLAN scale for network virtualization, supporting high-performance single-pass VXLAN routing.
- Network Telemetry: Features like NVIDIA What Just Happened (WJH) telemetry, hardware-accelerated histograms, and Inband Network Telemetry (INT)-ready hardware provide deep visibility into network performance and dramatically reduce mean time to issue resolution.
- Programmable Pipeline: Allows programmatic parsing, processing, and editing of packets for flexible network operations.
6. ساتنه
6.1. د چاپیریال شرایط
Maintain the operating environment within specified limits to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
- دحرارت درجه: Do not exceed 60 Degrees Celsius. Ensure adequate airflow.
- رطوبت: Keep within recommended non-condensing humidity levels.
6.2. پاکول
Periodically clean the exterior of the switch and ensure ventilation openings are free from dust and debris.
- د پاکولو لپاره نرم، وچ ټوکر وکاروئ.
- په مستقیم ډول په وسیله کې مایع پاکوونکي یا ایروسول مه کاروئ.
- ډاډ ترلاسه کړئ چې د پاکولو دمخه بریښنا قطع شوې ده.
7. ستونزه حل کول
If you encounter issues with your NVIDIA Spectrum-2 MSN3700C Ethernet Switch, consider the following basic troubleshooting steps:
- ځواک نشته: Verify power cable connections and ensure power outlets are functional. Check power supply unit status LEDs.
- Link Issues: Confirm SFP+ transceivers are correctly seated and optical fiber cables are undamaged and properly connected. Check link status LEDs on the switch and connected devices.
- د فعالیت ستونزې: Utilize the switch's telemetry features (WJH, histograms) to diagnose network congestion or packet loss. Consult network configuration.
- د ترتیب لاسرسی: Ensure management interfaces are correctly configured and accessible.
For advanced troubleshooting or persistent issues, refer to the NVIDIA support resources.
8. مشخصات
| فیچر | تفصیل |
|---|---|
| برانډ | NVIDIA |
| د ماډل شمیره | MSN3700-CS2RC |
| د بندرونو شمیر | 32 |
| د انٹرفیس ډول | SFP+ |
| ایترنیټ ټیکنالوژي | 100 ګیګابایټ ایترنیټ |
| Layer Support | Layer 2, Layer 3 |
| د بریښنا سرچینه | د برېښنا رسونه (AC) |
| د نصب کولو ډول | د ریل نصب کول |
| د قضیې مواد | فلزي |
| د لوړ حرارت درجه درجه | 60 درجې سیلسیس |
| د محصول ابعاد | 31.75 x 23.75 x 4.2 انچه |
| د توکي وزن | ۲.۴۵ پونډه |
| جوړونکی | MELLANOX TECHNOLOGIES |
| نیټه لومړی شتون لري | د اکتوبر ۲۹، ۲۰۲۳ |
9. د تضمین معلومات
NVIDIA products typically come with a standard limited warranty. For specific warranty terms and conditions applicable to your NVIDIA Spectrum-2 MSN3700C Ethernet Switch, please refer to the warranty documentation included with your purchase or visit the official NVIDIA webسایټ. د تضمین ادعاوو لپاره د پیرود ثبوت وساتئ.
10. ملاتړ
For technical assistance, product documentation, software downloads, and further support, please visit the official NVIDIA support portal:
You may also find additional resources and community forums on the NVIDIA webسایټ





