The X2541 QSFP28 single-port adapter is a half-height, half-length, 16-lane PCIe 3.1 form factor adapter.
Note: The AMD Solarflare
X2541 server adapter requires a 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 a 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 X2541 adapter must have sufficient air flow cooling – during normal
operation the minimum air flow required is 360 LFM@50C. Server
cooling fans must be fully operative to prevent damage to the
adapter.