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1. Jee COMPLIANCE AND CERTIFICATIONS 41 KOREA COMPLIANCE KC Korea Certification NVA P660 000 B KN 22 CISPR 22 Information technology equipment Radio disturbance characteristics limit and methods of measurement KN 24 CISPR 24 Information technology equipment immunity characteristics limit and methods of measurement 9 212 7A LBRL ES AAAS SBS GF 12 BA FE SAA ARS SHE AS SA OS TAIWAN COMPLIANCE BSMI Bureau of Standards Metrology and Inspection CNS 13438 2006 CISPR 22 Information technology equipment Radio disturbance characteristics limit and methods of measurement COMPLIANCE AND CERTIFICATIONS 42 EUROPEAN UNION COMPLIANCE CE European Conformity Conformit Europ enne CE Product comply with both the EMC Directive 2004 108 EC and the Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC issued by the Commission of the European Community Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms The equivalent international standards are in parenthesis EN 55022 2006 A1 2007 CISPR 22 Information technology equipment Radio disturbance characteristics limit and methods of2. NVIDIA QUADRO PLEX 7000 USER GUIDE NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 NVIDIA QUADRO PLEX 7000 USER GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction to the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 About This Guide Features Minimum System Requirements Unpacking the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Unpacking NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Equipment NVIDIA Quadro Plex Rack mount Kit Optional NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Hardware Installation and Connections Safety Instructions Before You Begin Optional Low Profile Bracket Installation Instructions Connecting to the Host System Removing Old Drivers Installing the NVIDIA Quadro Plex Interface Card Installing and Connecting the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Connecting the Power Cord Installing NVIDIA Quadro Plex Rack mount Kit Optional Driver Installation Windows Installation Verifying Windows Installation Linux Installation Verifying Linux Installation Enabling Mosaic Technologies Troubleshooting Safety Information Compliance and Certifications onor BR WN TABLE OF CONTENTS NVIDIA QUADRO PLEX 7000 USER GUIDE INTRODUCTION The NVIDIA Quadro Plex represents a quantum leap In visual computing enabling breakthrough levels of capability and productivity from an Industry standard architecture Achieving unprecedented visual computing density the NVIDIA Quadro Plex is easily deployed in a wide range of environments Featuring NVIDIA SLI multi GPU technology this dedicated system scales g
3. Locate your graphics card usually the monitor is connected to the graphics card or open the x16 PCI Express slo Remove the graphics card if there is one from the host system Save any hardware such as screws and brackets to use when installing the NVIDIA Quadro Plex interface card Install the NVIDIA Quadro Plex interface card into the PCI Express x16 graphics card slot To replace the standard bracket with a low profile bracket see the instructions given on page 14 Secure the NVIDIA Quadro Plex interface card using any applicable hardware removed in step 6 Reinstall the cover on your host system Some computer systems are shipped with graphics integrated into the motherboard If this is the case you may need to enter the SBIOS and disable the integrated graphics Depending on the motherboard and the SBIOS you have the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 may or may not function with the on board graphics enabled For a list of compatible host systems visit www nvidia com quadroplex 10 HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 14 Installing and Connecting the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Connect one end of the Quadro Plex interconnect cable supplied in the box to the exposed connector of the NVIDIA Quadro Plex interface card in the host system Interconnect cable connects to the back of the host system Connect the other end of the cable to the back of the NVIDIA Quadro Plex Interconnect cable connects to
4. by this manual US Federal Communications Commission Compliance FCC Federal Communications Commission FG iv Title 47 of Code of Federal Regulation CFR part 15 CAUTION Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures COMPLIANCE AND CERTIFICATIONS 39 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CANADA COMPLIA
5. measurement EN 55024 1998 A1 2001 A2 2003 IEC 61000 4 2 3 4 5 6 8 11 Information technology equipment immunity characteristics limit and methods of measurement EN 61000 3 2 2006 IEC 61000 3 2 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 3 2 Limits Limits for harmonic current emissions equipment input current lt 16 A per phase EN 61000 3 3 2008 IEC 61000 3 3 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 3 3 Limits Limitation of voltage changes voltage fluctuations and flicker in public low voltage supply systems for equipment with rated current lt 16 A per phase and not subject to conditional connection COMPLIANCE AND CERTIFICATIONS 43 RUSSIA FEDERAL COMPLIANCE GOST R Russian System GOST R 1T A746 GOST R IEC 60950 1 2005 2 edition Information technology equipment Safety Part 1 General Requirement GOST R 91318 22 99 Information technology equipment Radio disturbance characteristics limit and methods of measurement GOST R 51318 24 99 IEC 61000 4 2 3 4 5 6 8 11 Information technology equipment immunity characteristics limit and methods of measurement GOST R 51317 3 2 2006 passage 6 and 7 IEC 61000 3 2 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 3 2 Limits Limits for harmonic current emissions equipment input current lt 16A per phase GOST R 51317 3 3 99 IEC 61000 3 3 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Part 3 3 Limits Limitation of voltage changes voltage fluctua
6. the back of the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Note There is no specific order when connecting the interconnect cables between the host system and the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 15 Connect the DVI cable from the monitor to one of the DVI connectors on the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 If your monitor has a VGA connector use the DVI to VGA adapter shipped in the box 1 The primary GPU is specified by your motherboard and SBIOS To help identify the primary GPU there is an orange LED between the two DVI connectors which illuminates on the primary GPU When connecting one 1 monitor the active display is the DVI port to the right of the orange LED MSNMNMNMMMM elie UMUU 0UUOUOUUOMU LED Indicating Primary GPU City o LIT HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 16 Connecting the Power Cord 1 Connect the power cord to the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 by opening the rear louvered cover to expose the power plug 2 Close the louvered cover 3 Plug the power cord from the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 to an AC outlet it
7. DIA X Server Settings er Ie X Server Information X Server Display Configuration NVIDIA X Screen 0 SLI Mosaic Mode Settings VCS Information E X Server Color Correction Product Name NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 X Server XVideo Settings senal Number 0382809000107 Build Date 28 2011 CursorShadow Product ID 920 50880 2207 000 OpenGL Settings Firmware version 1 2 OpenGL GLx Information Hardware version 2 0 Antialiasing Settings GPU 0 Quadro 7000 Thermal Settings PowerMizer DFP 0 Dell Alienware2310 DFP 1 Dell Alienware2310 GPU 1 Quadro 7000 Thermal Settings PowerMizer DFP 0 Dell Alienware2310 DFP 1 Dell Alienware2310 Frame Lock nvidia settings Configuration NVIDIA QUADRO PLEX 7000 USER GUIDE 30 ENABLING MOSAIC TECHNOLOGIES In order to configure the Quadro Plex 7000 to automatically scale across multiple display screens you will need to enable Mosaic Mosaic can be configured for either Windows or Linux operating systems The user interface and features for Mosaic Technologies can change with display driver updates so reference the User Guide that is posted on nvidia com and or the driver release notes for the most up to date guide http www nvidia com docs I0 40049 NVSLIMosaicMode_UG_v20 pdf NVIDIA QUADRO PLEX 7000 USER GUIDE 31 TROUBLESHOOTING Use the following guidelines to troubleshoot your unit If you require further assistance
8. G To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment when installing maintaining or servicing products observe the following precautions Installation Follow the Pre Post installation procedures in other part of the manual Follow the Installing and Configure Instruction in the manual Follow the precaution for installation product to racks In some geographical areas it may by advisable to install lightning protection for product Ensure reliable earthing of rack mounted equipment have been maintained Maintaining and Servicing Product contains power supplies that are capable of producing hazardous energy levels The installation of internal options and routine maintenance and service of this product should be performed by individuals who are knowledgeable about the procedures precautions and hazards associated with equipment containing hazardous energy levels Do not exceed the level of repair specified in the procedures in the product documentation All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to allow only subassembly or module level repair Because of the complexity of the individual boards and subassemblies SAFETYINFORMATION 35 do not attempt to make repairs at the component level or to make modifications to any printed wiring board Improper repairs can create a safety hazard Verify that the AC power supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack is not overloaded This wil
9. NCE Industry Canada ICES 003 2004 Digital Apparatus Spectrum Management and Telecommunications Policy Interference Causing Equipment Standard This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND COMPLIANCE C Tick The Australian Communications Authority ACA and the Radio Spectrum Management Group RSM of New Zealand Cy vor AS NZS CISPR 22 2009 standard Information technology equipment Radio disturbance characteristics limit and methods of measurement CAUTION Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment COMPLIANCE AND CERTIFICATIONS 40 JAPAN COMPLIANCE VCCI Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment CI gt V 1709 04 Agreement of Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment gt V 2 09 04 Rules for Voluntary Control Measures gt V 3 09 04 Normative Annex 1 Technical Requirements gt V 4 09 04 Normative Annex 1 1 Supplementary Test Conditions for Equipment under Test VCC 1 B
10. Used to connect a VGA monitor to the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 graphics cards which are all dual link DVI connectors One 1 NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Installation CD Contains all the necessary drivers To keep your drivers current er TP A and download the latest drivers Make sure to select the Quadro Plex as the Product Series to show the drivers tested and approved for the Quadro Plex One 1 Quick Install Guide The Quick Start Guide a summary of the Installation Guide provides the basic procedures necessary to install and bring up the Quadro Plex UNPACKING NVIDIA Quadro Plex Rack Mount Kit Optional The rack mount kit is an optional kit ordered separately from the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 One 1 kit has all the hardware necessary to rack mount one 1 NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 ina Standard 19 inch Electronics Industries Alliance EIA cabinet The NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 takes up half the width space in a rack which allows two 2 Quadro Plex s to be rack mounted side by side S Note To connect two Quadro Plex s to the same system NVIDIA provides the Dual Host Interface card NVIDIA part 930 50894 0501 000 The use of the dual host interface card is required for using two Quadro Plex s in Mosaic Note This kit is an optional item NVIDIA part 930 50375 2207 000 The rack mount kit for the Quadro Plex 7000 is different from the rack mount kit for the Quadro Plex 2200 D2 UNPACKING The following equi
11. commended 2 Runthe run file from the root prompt 3 Select Accept to accept the License Agreement Do Not Accepti License For Customer Use of NVIDIA Software IMPORTANT NOTICE READ CAREFULLY This License For Customer Use of NVIDIA Software LICENSE is the agreement which governs use of the software of NVIDIA Corporation and its subsidiaries NVIDIA downloadable herefrom including computer software and associated printed materials SOFTWARE By downloading installing copying or otherwise using the SOFTWARE you agree to be bound by the terms of this LICENSE If you do not agree to the terms of this LICENSE do not download the SOFTWARE NVIDIA Software License 4 Select Yes if a warning window displays indicating that there are drivers already installed Selecting Yes tells the installation process to overwrite the previously installed drivers NVIDIA Software Installer for Unix Linux www nvidia com DRIVER INSTALLATION 5 Select Yes when the Kernel Interface window displays NVIDIA Software Installer for Unix Linux www nvidia com 6 Select OK to compile a Kernel interface NVIDIA Software Installer for Unix Linux www nvidia com 7 Run nvidia xconfig utility 8 Install is complete 28 DRIVER INSTALLATION Verifying Linux Installation 1 Insert the 4 pin cRun nvidia settings to displays the Server Settings window 2 Verify here that the installation is correct and working a NVI
12. go to www nvidia com support SYMPTOM FIX No lights on the front of the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 gt Check the interconnect cables gt Check power cord gt Check www nvidia com quadroplex to make sure your system motherboard are certified gt If all connections check out and your system is certified you may have a faulty power cord or a faulty interconnect cable No display on any Check the monitor connection to the NVIDIA monitor Quadro Plex 7000 V gt Some motherboards choose different default connectors so try a different connector Be sure to reset your systems each time you change the connections V If there is still no display go to www nvidia com quadroplex and make sure your host system contains a certified motherboard and or is a certified system If Mosaic menu is not shown in the nvidia control panel V Verify that both Quadro 7000 boards are shown in the Device Manager V If both boards are not present re install the driver NVIDIA QUADRO PLEX 7000 USER GUIDE 32 SAFETY INFORMATION NVIDIA products are designed to operate safely when installed and used according to the product instructions and general safety practices The guidelines included in this document explain the potential risks associated with computer operation and provide important safety practices designed to minimize these risks By carefully following the information contained in this document and the specific i
13. in this publication are subject to change without notice This publication supersedes and replaces all information previously supplied NVIDIA Corporation products are not authorized for use as critical components in life support devices or systems without express written approval of NVIDIA Corporation Trademarks NVIDIA the NVIDIA logo Quadro and SLI are trademarks or registered trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation Other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated Copyright 2011 NVIDIA Corporation All rights reserved gt www nvidia com NVIDIA
14. is recommended to use a power surge protected outlet The Quadro Plex 7000 requires the input power within the following ranges 110 127 Vac 50 60Hz 11A 200 240 Vax 50 60Hz 5 5A 4 Reconnect the power cord to your host system Power on the host system At this time power is also applied to the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 6 Click Cancel when the Found New Hardware Wizard window displays You are now ready to install the graphic drivers Go to Driver Installation Section and begin the driver installation HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 17 Installing NVIDIA Quadro Plex Rack Mount Kit Optional The NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 can be installed in a standard 19 inch EIA equipment cabinet To perform this installation the optional NVIDIA Quadro Plex rack mount installation kit is necessary The installation kit is not included in the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 shipping box The kit is a separate order item and one kit will be required for each Quadro Plex installed in the cabinet Use the following procedure to install the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 into an equipment cabinet Note The hardware in the rack mount kit is intended fora standard 19 ElA rack only 1 Slide the bracket assembly out of the rack side panel HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 18 2 Adjust the rack side panel to fit the rack Loosen eight 8 screws to adjust the length of the side panel lL Install the side panel in
15. l reduce the risk of personal injury fire or damage to the equipment The total rack load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating Consult the electrical authority having jurisdiction over your facility wiring and installation requirements The covers should remain locked during normal operation The server should be installed in a controlled access location where only qualified personnel have access to the server Upon completion of any service or repairs to the product have your authorized service provider perform any safety checks required by the repair procedure or by local codes to determine that the product Is in proper operating condition Power down the equipment and disconnect all AC power cords and cable before removing any access covers Do not replace components while power is applied to the product First shut down the product and disconnect all AC power cords Allow the product to cool before removing covers and touching internal components Move products with casters carefully Avoid quick stops and uneven surfaces Do not block the opening used for ventilation since these ensure reliable operation of product and protect it from overheating And opening should be kept free of dust and debris Do not insert or pour anything into the opening used for ventilation Allow sufficient air circulation around and Prevent direct exposure to radiant heat sources Before cleaning ensure unplug the prod
16. nstructions provided with your product you can protect yourself from hazards and create a safer computer work environment The product is designed and tested to meet IEC 60950 1 the Standard for the Safety of Information Technology Equipment This also covers the national implementation of IEC 60950 1 based safety standards around the world e g UL 60950 1 These standards reduce the risk of injury from the following hazards gt Fire Overload temperature material flammability gt Mechanical Sharp edges moving parts instability gt Energy Circuits with high energy levels 240 volt amperes or potential as burn hazards gt Heat Accessible parts of the product at high temperatures gt Chemical Chemical fumes and vapors gt Radiation Noise ionizing laser ultrasonic waves Retain and follow all product safety and operating instructions Always refer to the documentation supplied with your equipment Observe all warnings on the product and in the operating Instructions SAFETYINFORMATION 33 To reduce the risk of bodily injury electric shock fire and damage to the equipment observe all precautions included in this guide General Precautions To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment Shut down the product and disconnect all AC power cords and cables before installation Do not connect or disconnect any cables when performing instal lation maintenance or reconfiguration of this produc
17. on processor or higher gt RAM Minimum 12 GB recommended gt System Interface PCI Express Gen2 x16 NVIDIA QUADRO PLEX 7000 USER GUIDE UNPACKING The NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 is shipped as a Standard deskside configuration for connection to a host system An optional rack mount kit is available if you are going to install the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 into a cabinet You will need one kit for each Quadro Plex to be rack mounted Be sure to Inspect each piece of equipment shipped in the packing box If anything Is missing or damaged contact your reseller UNPACKING NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Equipment The following equipment is included in the Quadro Plex 7000 NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Two 2 NVIDIA Quadro 7000 GPUs One 1 NVIDIA Quadro G Sync board One 1 NVIDIA Quadro Plex Interface Card Installs into the PCI Express x16 slot in the host system The card comes with the standard ATX height bracket attached A low profile bracket is also provided and can replace the standard bracket on the card One 1 Low Profile Bracket Used to replace the standard ATX long bracket shipped attached to the interface card One 1 2m Interconnect Cable Connects from the interface card in the host system to the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Power Cord for the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Used to supply power to the system The host system controls the power UNPACKING Four 4 DVI to VGA Adapters
18. pment is included in the rack mount kit box One 1 Side Rail Eight 8 Screws Used to mount the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 in a standard 19 ElA rack One 1 Rear Alignment Bracket Four 4 Screws Used when mounting two 2 NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 in a rack side by side to provide alignment and finish Two 2 Thumb Screws Used to secure the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 to the rack and side rail UNPACKING 9 NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 The NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 contains two 2 NVIDIA Quadro GPUs driving one 1 to four 4 channels and one 1 NVIDIA Quadro G Sync II board The four 4 dual link DVI I connectors are standard connections for high speed high resolution digital displays The DVI I connectors Support both digital and analog signals The 3 pin mini DIN is a standard VESA connector used for stereo connections Mermi ae mn ejje UD UU 2 St UREE Four 4 duaLlink DVI connectors One 1 interconnect cable connector One 1 NVIDIA Quadro One 1 BNC house G Sync Il board sync connector NVIDIA QUADRO PLEX 7000 USER GUIDE 10 HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS Installing and connecting the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 requires opening the host system Follow all of the safety instructions provided here to ensure that there is no damage to you your host system or the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Safety Instruc
19. profile bracket to the NVIDIA Quadro Plex interface card 4 Install the two 2 jack screws removed in step 2 to secure the card to the bracket Standard bracket Low profile bracket HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 12 Installation Instructions For connection to a host system be sure to review the minimum system requirements given on page 3 Then start your installation with Connecting to the Host System on page 14 For the rack mount instructions start with Installing NVIDIA Quadro Plex Rack Mount Kit on page 19 The installation procedure will take you through the following steps Removing old drivers Installing the NVIDIA Quadro Plex interface card Installing and connecting the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Rack mount instructions HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 13 Connecting to the Host System Use the following procedure to connect the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 to a host system Note Any previous NVIDIA graphics card drivers must be completely removed to avoid conflicts NVIDIA recommends that you uninstall these drivers prior to removing the old hardware and installing the NVIDIA Quadro Plex interface card Turn off the host system monitor and any peripheral equipment Disconnect the power cord to the host system Installing the NVIDIA Quadro Plex Interface Card Open the host system Refer to your host system documentation from the original manufacturer for assistance
20. r device has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows XP Tell me why this testing is important Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly recommends that you stop this installation now and contact the hardware vendor for software that has passed Windows Logo testing gt Install this driver software anyway Only install driver software obtained from your manufacturer s website or disc Unsigned software from other sources may harm your computer or steal information v See details Continue Anyway STOP Installation Note This warning tells you that the drivers you are about to install have not passed the Windows logo testing WHQL WHQL is a Microsoft testing procedure that is required before Microsoft approves the software Clicking Continue Anyway will not harm your computer These drivers are currently under WHQL testing If you do not see this warning the drivers have passed the testing requirements This warning displays multiple times for each GPU in the system DRIVER INSTALLATION 5 Restart the computer if the user interface prompts you to Note The in the box drivers provide all the functionality necessary for the system However it is highly recommended that you periodically visit www nvidia com drivers to update to the latest drive
21. r versions 25 DRIVER INSTALLATION 26 Verifying Windows Installation It is recommended that you verify your installation by going to the NVIDIA Control Panel and verifying that the graphic cards have been installed correctly and are recognized by the drivers Use the following procedure to verify the installation of the graphic cards Go to Start gt Control Panel Select NVIDIA Control Panel Go to Help gt System Info in the menu bar Select Display tab oF WO N Highlight the Quadro Plex 7000 in the list of components System Information 2 o Detailed information about your NVIDIA hardware and the system it s running on Display Components Syetem information Operating system Windows 7 Enterprise 64 bit Service Pack 1 v 178 DirectX runtime version 11 0 Graphecs card information Items Details Graphics card information NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Senalnumber 03zn5099O0004 Quadro 7000 Build date 15 2009 Quadro 7000 Firmware version 1 2 Items Quadro G Sync Hardware version 2 NVIDIA Quadro Flex 7000 Quadro 7000 Quadro 7000 BE Quadro G Sync DRIVER INSTALLATION 27 Linux Installation 1 Download the current display drivers for the Quadro Plex 7000 from www nvidia com drivers make sure to select Quadro as the product type and Quadro Plex as the Product Series or insert the NVIDIA Quadro Plex installation CD Using drivers included with Linux distributions is not re
22. raphics computing to meet the most demanding professional application requirements Multiple NVIDIA Quadro Plex s can be combined using the NVIDIA Quadro G Sync to further scale performance quality and channels Based on proven industry standard architectures NVIDIA Quadro Plex can be deployed with any NVIDIA certified PCI Express platform About This Guide This Installation Guide provides instructions to connect the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 toa certified host system in a desktop or rack mount environment For information on using the system with applications refer to the NVIDIA web site at www nvidia com quadroplex 1 Fora list of certified host systems visit www nvidia com quadroplex INTRODUCTION FeatureS V 6 GB ECC Capable Frame Buffer per GPU 12 GB system total Delivers high throughput for interactive visualization of large models and high performance for real time processing of large textures and frames and enables the highest quality and resolution full scene anti aliasing FSAA Premium Mosaic Technology Enables transparent use of multi GPUs on multiple displays to simplify 4K and other large scale projection systems Desktop or Rack Mount Compact design can be easily deployed in a desktop workspace or can be converted to fit any standard 19 3U rack environment Frame Synchronization Allows the display channels from multiple workstations to be synchronized from an internal or external s
23. rip over them Do not pull on acord or cable When unplugging from the electrical outlet grasp the cord by the plug When possible use one hand only to connect or disconnect cables Do not modify power cables or plugs Consult a licensed electrician or your power company for site modifications SAFETYINFORMATION 37 Power Supply Ensure that the voltage and frequency of your power source match the voltage and frequency required The Quadro Plex 7000 requires 110 127 Vac 50 60Hz 11A 200 240 Vax 50 60Hz 5 5A Connect to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet always follow your local national wiring rules The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible If want to help protect your system from sudden transient increases and decreases in electrical power a surge suppressor line conditioner and so on could be used Precaution for Communication Cable To reduce the risk of exposure to shock hazard from communication cable Do not connect communication cable during a lightning storm There may be aremote risk of electric shock from lightning Do not connect or use communication cable in a wet location Disconnect the communication cable before opening a product enclosure touching or installing internal components NVIDIA QUADRO PLEX 7000 USER GUIDE 38 COMPLIANCE AND CERTIFICATIONS The following regulatory compliance statements apply to the products documented
24. stall the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 software drivers within a Windows environment or within a Linux environment on page 34 Windows Installation 1 Download the current display drivers for the Quadro Plex 7000 from www nvidia com drivers make sure to select Quadro as the product type and Quadro Plex as the Product Series or insert the NVIDIA Quadro Plex installation CD NVIDIA Driver Downloads Option 1 Manually find drivers for my NVIDIA products Product Type Quadro product series Product Download Type Quadro Graphics Driver Operating System k 2 Run setup exe Depending on your system setup the install disk may automatically run the install setup exe If it does not run go to My Computer and click on the CD to open DRIVER INSTALLATION 24 3 Click Agree and Install when the NVIDIA Install window displays NVIDIA Install NVIDIA NVIDIA software license agreement License Agreement Please read the following NVIDIA software license agreement carefully 4 Click Continue Anyway on Windows XP or Install this driver software anyway Windows Vista 7 if the Hardware Installation warning is displayed Hardware Installation NVIDIA Installer The software you are installing for this hardware NVIDIA Quadro 7000 Q Windows can t verify the publisher of this driver software gt Don t install this driver software You should check your manufacturer s website for updated driver software for you
25. t during an electrical storm Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire water or structural damage Place the product away from radiators heat registers stoves amplifiers or other products that produce heat Never use the product in a wet location Use only with a rack cart stand or bracket recommended by NVIDIA or sold with the product Or it will cause serious bodily injury and serious damage to the product Avoid inserting foreign objects through openings in the product Do not use conductive tools that could bridge live parts Do not make mechanical or electrical modifications to the equipment Use the product only with approved equipment Follow all cautions and Instructions marked on the equipment Do not attempt to defeat safety interlocks where provided If the product sustains damage requiring service disconnect the product from the AC electrical outlet and refer servicing to an NVIDIA authorized service provider Examples of damage requiring service include The power cord extension cord or plug has been damaged Liquid has been spilled on the product or an object has fallen into the product SAFETYINFORMATION 34 The product has been exposed to rain or water The product has been dropped or damaged There are noticeable signs of overheating The product does not operate normally when you follow the operating Instructions PRECAUTIONS FOR INSTALLATION MAINTAINING AND SERVICIN
26. tions To reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury always follow basic safety precautions Remember to remove power from your host system by disconnecting the AC main source before installing any equipment into the host system chassis 5 Note All hardware must be installed prior to installation of the drivers Before you Begin The NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 can be connected to a host system in a desktop or rack mount environment an optional rack mount kit is required for installation into an equipment rack In either situation the host system accessing the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 must have the proper graphics drivers installed and have an open x16 PCI Express slot To avoid conflicts any current graphics drivers must be un installed prior to installing the hardware and software associated with the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 11 Optional Low Profile Bracket Before beginning the installation determine if you are going to need the NVIDIA Quadro Plex interface card with the standard long bracket or the shorter low profile bracket If you require the low profile bracket use the following instructions to replace the standard bracket Replacing the bracket requires a Philips 2 screw driver 1 Remove one 1 screw attaching the standard bracket to the NVIDIA Quadro Plex interface card 2 Remove the two 2 jack screws from the connector 3 Install one 1 screw to attach the low
27. tions and flicker in public low voltage supply systems for equipment with rated current lt 16A per phase and not subject to conditional connection COMPLIANCE AND CERTIFICATIONS UL CUL COMPLIANCE C US LISTED LT E E204896 gt UL60950 1 2 edition 2007 03 27 Information technology equipment Safety Part 1 General requirement gt CSAC22 2 No 60950 1 07 2 edition 2007 03 Information Technology equipment Safety Part1 General requirement CB SCHEME gt IEC 60950 1 2005 2 edition Information technology equipment Safety Part 1 General requirement 44 COMPLIANCE AND CERTIFICATIONS 45 46 Notice ALL NVIDIA DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS REFERENCE BOARDS FILES DRAWINGS DIAGNOSTICS LISTS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS TOGETHER AND SEPARATELY MATERIALS ARE BEING PROVIDED AS IS NVIDIA MAKES NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED IMPLIED STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE WITH RESPECT TO THE MATERIALS AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NONINFRINGEMENT MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Information furnished is believed to be accurate and reliable However NVIDIA Corporation assumes no responsibility for the consequences of use of such information or for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties that may result from its use No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of NVIDIA Corporation Specifications mentioned
28. to the cabinet 4 Remove the two 2 screws holding the aluminum shells to the Quadro Plex 7000 chassis HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 19 5 Remove screw from the bottom of the Quadro Plex 7000 Chassis 6 Place the Quadro Plex 7000 silver side down 7 Push the black aluminum shell towards the display connectors until it stops Slide up and remove the black shell You may need to slide the black shell forward slightly to release the retaining clips before you can Lift up HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 20 8 Rotate the Quadro Plex 7000 over so the silver side is up 9 Push the silver aluminum shell towards the display connectors until it stops Slide up and remove the silver aluminum shell You may need to slide the silver shell forward slightly to release the retaining clips before you can Lift up 10 Reinstall the two screws removed in Step 4 11 Place the front handle bracket on top of the Quadro Plex 7000 and attach with the eight 8 screws provided in the box HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 21 12 Slide the Quadro Plex 7000 into the side bracket installed in the cabinet in Step 3 Be sure to line up the alignment bracket on the Quadro Plex 7000 to the alignment pins on the side panel 13 Secure the Quadro Plex 7000 to the rack and side panel using the two 2 thumb screws pro
29. uct from the wall outlet Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaner use a damp cloth for cleaning SAFETYINFORMATION 36 PRECAUTIONS FOR POWER CONNECTION Power Cords To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment Use power cables provided with this product If you have to change the power cords for any reason use an approved power cord Not all power cords have the same current ratings If you have questions about the type of power cord to use contact an authorized service provider You must use a power cord rated for your product and for the voltage and current marked on the electrical ratings label of the product The voltage and current rating of the cord must be greater than the voltage and current rating marked on the product Make sure that the total ampere rating of all products plugged into an extension cord or power strip does not exceed 80 percent of the ampere ratings limit for the extension cord or power strip The product is equipped with a three wire electrical grounding type plug which has a third pin for ground This plug only fits into a grounded electrical power outlet Plug the power cord into a grounded earthed electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times Do not disable the power cord grounding plug The grounding plug is an important safety feature Do not place objects on AC power cords or cables Arrange them so that no one may accidentally step on or t
30. vided in the kit 14 If needed remove and rotate the NVIDIA logo on the front Quadro Plex 7000 bezel Note If you are installing one Quadro Plex 7000 into the rack go to Step 19 If you are installing a second Quadro Plex 7000 into the rack next to the first Quadro Plex 7000 you need to continue with Step 5 15 Prepare the second Quadro Plex 7000 following Steps 1 through 14 16 On each Quadro Plex 7000 remove the two screws that you removed in Step 4 HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 2 17 Install the Alignment bracket and attach with the four 4 screws included in the box 18 Connect the power cord to the Quadro Plex 7000 19 Connect the Interconnect Cable to the Quadro Plex 7000 and the Workstation 20 If using the Dual Host Interface Card in the workstation connect the G Sync board in each Quadro Plex 7000 with a standard CAT 5 or better Ethernet cable 21 Connect DVI cables from the display s to the Quadro Plex 7000 DVI connectors NVIDIA QUADRO PLEX 7000 USER GUIDE 23 DRIVER INSTALLATION This section contains the instruction to in
31. ynchronization source thus creating one large virtual display that can be driven by a multisystem cluster for performance scalability Full Scene Anti aliasing FSAA Up to 128x SLI FSAA dramatically reduces visual aliasing artifacts or jaggies resulting in highly realistic scenes Four Dual Link Digital Display Connectors Full dual link TMDS transmitters support ultra high resolution panels which result in amazing image quality producing detailed photorealistic images Ultra Quiet Design Sub 40 dB delivers acoustics lower than most desktop workstations to maintain a quiet and productive environment Unified Driver Architecture UDA The NVIDIA UDA guarantees forward and backward compatibility with software drivers INTRODUCTION Minimum System Requirements The NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 is designed to connect to an NVIDIA certified PCI Express host system The specific motherboard and SBIOS of your system may affect the functionality of the NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 Refer to the NVIDIA web site www nvidia com quadroplex for a list of certified host systems The NVIDIA Quadro Plex 7000 minimum system requirements include gt System Platform NVIDIA Quadro Plex officially certified system or platform gt Operating System Microsoft Window XP or Professional x64 Edition Microsoft Windows Vista or 7 32 or 64 bit Linux 32 bit or 64 bit Solaris x86 gt Processor Intel Pentium 4 or Xeon processor or higher AMD Opter
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