The SFN8041 QSFP+ single-port adapter is a half-height, half-length, 8-lane PCIe 3.1 form factor adapter.
Note: The AMD Solarflare
SFN8041 server adapter requires an 8-lane or 16-lane PCI Express slot. For maximum performance the adapter should be installed
in a PCIe 3.1 or PCIe 3.0 slot, but is
compatible with PCIe 2.0 or PCIe 1.x.
Shut down the server and unplug it from its power source. Remove the server cover to access the PCI Express slots in the server. Locate an 8-lane or 16-lane PCI Express slot (refer to the server manual if necessary) and insert the AMD Solarflare server adapter. Secure the adapter bracket in the slot.
Figure 1. Inserting the Adapter in a PCI Express Slot
CAUTION:
The SFN8041 adapter must have sufficient air flow cooling – during normal
operation the minimum air flow required is 300 LFM. Server cooling fans must
be fully operative to prevent damage to the adapter.