Atos BullSequana Edge nano User manual

BullSequana Edge nano
User's Guide
86 A1 75FS 01 - February 2022

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Preface i
Table of Contents
Preface...................................................................................................................... iii
Intended Readers ..............................................................................................iii
Safety Notices...................................................................................................iii
Chapter 1. Overview ............................................................................................ 1
Chapter 2. Hardware specifications...................................................................... 3
2.1 Technical specifications........................................................................... 3
2.2 Connectors and LEDs ............................................................................. 5
2.2.1 Connectors................................................................................ 5
2.2.2 LEDs ........................................................................................ 6
Chapter 3. Initial installation and configuration................................................... 9
3.1 Connecting the server ............................................................................ 9
3.2 Configuring the server for the first time...................................................10
3.3 Updating the system .............................................................................12
Chapter 4. Installing Nvidia software................................................................. 15
4.1 Prerequisites ........................................................................................15
4.2 Preparing the BullSequana Edge nano server............................................16
4.3 Installing Nvidia software from the SDK manager .....................................17
4.4 Checking the installation........................................................................19
4.5 Running an example .............................................................................20

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Preface iii
Preface
This guide contains a quick overview of the BullSequana Edge nano server
and the first configuration steps.
Note You are advised to consult the Bull Support Web site for the most up-
to-date product information, documentation, firmware updates,
software fixes and service offers:
http://support.bull.com
Intended Readers
This guide is intended for users of the BullSequana Edge nano server.
Safety Notices
1. Read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User’s Guide for later reference.
3. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a
damp cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.
4. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the
equipment and must be easily accessible.
5. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
6. Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it or
letting it fall may cause damage.
7. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the
equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS
8. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting
the equipment to the power outlet.
9. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord.
10. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
11. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power
source to avoid damage by transient overvoltage
12. Never pour any liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electrical
shock.
13. For safety reasons, the equipment should be opened only by qualified
service personnel.
14. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by
service personnel
−The power cord or plug is damaged.
−Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.

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−The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
−The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work
according to the user's manual.
−The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
−The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1.
Atos disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements
contained herein.
CAUTION
Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the
products from damage. To avoid electrical shock, always disconnect the power
from your device before you work on it. Don't touch any components on the
CPU card or other cards while the PC is on.
CAUTION
For devices that include a battery: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacture. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
•Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a
safeguard
•Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or
cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion.
•Leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding
environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable
liquid or gas.
•A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an
explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.

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Chapter 1. Overview 1
Chapter 1.Overview
The BullSequana Edge nano server addresses challenging AI workloads with a
strengthened design. It runs compute-intensive embedded AI predictive
analytics and computer vision applications for edge computing.
The server contains a Nvidia Volta GPU, which enables the inference of
complex AI models with lowest possible latency.
Its passive cooling system automatically manages its temperature.

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