Intel XL710-Q2 User manual

Intel®Ethernet Adapters and Devices
User Guide

Overview
Welcome to the User's Guide for Intel® Ethernet Adapters and devices. This guide covers hardware and
software installation, setup procedures, and troubleshooting tips for Intel network adapters, connections, and
other devices.
Installing the Network Adapter
If you are installing a network adapter, follow this procedure from step 1.
If you are upgrading the driver software, start with step 5 .
1. Make sure that you are installing the latest driver software for your adapter. Visit Intel's support web-
site to download the latest drivers.
2. Review system requirements.
3. Insert the adapter(s) in the computer.
4. Attach the copper or fiber network cable(s).
5. Install the driver.
6. For Windows systems, install the Intel® PROSet software.
If you have any problems with basic installation, see Troubleshooting.
You can now set up advanced features, if necessary. The available features and the configuration process
varies with the adapter and your operating system.
Supported Devices
For help identifying your network device and finding supported devices, click the link below:
http://www.intel.com/support
Compatibility Notes
In order for an adapter based on the XL710 controller to reach its full potential, you must install it in a PCIe
Gen3 x8 slot. Installing it in a shorter slot, or a Gen2 or Gen1 slot, will limit the throughput of the adapter.
Some older Intel(R) Ethernet Adapters do not have full software support for the most recent versions of
Microsoft Windows*. Many older Intel Ethernet Adapters have base drivers supplied by Microsoft Windows.
Lists of supported devices per OS are available at
http://www.intel.com/support/go/network/adapter/nicoscomp.htm
Some Intel® 10 Gigabit Network Adapters and Connections support SFP+ pluggable optical modules. Please
see SFP+ Devices with Pluggable Optics
System Requirements
Before installing the network adapter, check your system for the following minimum configuration
requirements.

Hardware Compatibility
lThe latest BIOS for your computer
lOne of the following slot types, depending on your adapter:
lOne open PCI bus master slot, 32-bit or 64-bit, operating at 33 or 66 MHz
lOne open PCI-X slot operating at 66, 100 or 133 MHz(recommended)
lOne open PCI-Express slot (v1.0a or newer), 4x, 8x, or 16x.
NOTES:
lThe PRO/1000 MT Quad Port Server adapter requires a 3.3 volt only slot. It
cannot be installed in a 5.0 volt or universal slot.
lThe Intel® 10 Gigabit AT Server Adapter will only fit into x8 or larger PCI
Express slots. Some systems have physical x8 PCI Express slots that actu-
ally support lower speeds. Please check your system manual to identify the
slot.
Supported 32-bit Operating Systems
NOTE: Intel 10GbE Ethernet Adapters do not support Microsoft* Windows* 32-bit operating sys-
tems. They support 32-bit versions of Linux* and FreeBSD*.
Basic software and drivers are supported on the following operating systems:
lDOS
lSunSoft* Solaris* (drivers and support are provided by the operating system vendor)
Advanced software and drivers are supported on the following operating systems:
lMicrosoft* Windows* 7
lMicrosoft Windows 8
lMicrosoft Windows 8.1
lMicrosoft Windows 10
lLinux*, v2.4 kernel or higher
lFreeBSD*
Supported Intel® 64 Architecture Operating Systems
lMicrosoft Windows 7
lMicrosoft Windows 8
lMicrosoft Windows 8.1
lMicrosoft Windows 10
lMicrosoft Windows Server 2008 R2
lMicrosoft Windows Server 2012
lMicrosoft Windows Server 2012 R2
lRed Hat Linux
lSUSE Linux
lFreeBSD

Supported Operating Systems for Itanium-based Systems
lLinux, v2.x kernel and higher, except v2.6
Some older Intel(R) Ethernet Adapters do not have full software support for the most recent versions of
Microsoft Windows*. Many older Intel Ethernet Adapters have base drivers supplied by Microsoft Windows.
Lists of supported devices per OS are available at
http://www.intel.com/support/go/network/adapter/nicoscomp.htm

Hardware Installation
Attaching the Low Profile Bracket (Optional)
Some adapter models come with a small bracket in the product package, to be used in a low profile slot. If you
need to install the adapter in a low-profile slot, follow these instructions.
1. Before handling the adapter, ground yourself to dissipate any static charge.
2. Remove the two screws securing the standard bracket to the back side of the adapter.
3. Slide the bracket away from the adapter.

4. Slide the low profile bracket onto the adapter.
5. Attach the low profile bracket to the adapter using the screws you removed in step 2.
6. Carefully tighten the screws until they are seated. Do not over tighten.
You may re-attach the standard sized bracket in the future if necessary.
Installing the Adapter
Selecting the Correct Slot
PCI-Express Adapters
lOne open PCI-Express slot (v1.0a or newer), x4, x8, or x16.

NOTE: The Intel® 10 Gigabit AT Server Adapter will only fit into x8 or larger PCI Express slots.
Some systems have physical x8 PCI Express slots that actually support lower speeds. Please
check your system manual to identify the slot.
PCI and PCI-X Adapters
One of the following slot types, depending on your adapter:
lOne open PCI bus master slot, 32-bit or 64-bit, operating at 33 or 66 MHz
lOne open PCI-X slot operating at 66, 100 or 133 MHz(recommended)
NOTE: The PRO/1000 MT Quad Port Server adapter requires a 3.3 volt only slot. It cannot be
installed in a 5.0 volt or universal slot.
If you have configuration problems, see your computer's documentation to determine if the PCI slots are bus
master-enabled. If you get a PCI or PCI-X configuration error, select Troubleshooting in the Table of Contents.
Insert the Adapter into the Computer
1. If your computer supports PCI Hot Plug, see your computer documentation for special installation
instructions.
2. Shut down the operating system (if it's running).
3. Turn off and unplug your computer. Then remove the cover.
CAUTION: Turn off and unplug the power before removing the computer's cover. Failure to
do so could endanger you and may damage the adapter or computer.
4. Remove the cover bracket from an appropriate slot.
5. Insert the adapter, pushing it into the slot until the adapter is firmly seated.
lIf you install a 64-bit PCI adapter in a 32-bit slot, the adapter will still function, but the end of the
edge connector will be exposed and not connected. If this is the case, make sure the exposed
contacts do not touch anything that would cause an electrical problem.
lIf you are installing a PCI-Express adapter, be aware that you can install a smaller PCI-Express
adapter in a larger PCI-Express slot.

6. Secure the adapter bracket with a screw, if required.
7. Repeat steps 4 through 6 for each additional adapter to be installed.
8. Replace the computer cover and plug in the power cord.
9. Turn the power on and start your operating system.
Attaching Cables
Intel® Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Network Adapters using copper connections automatically accommodate either
MDI or MDI-X connections. The auto-MDI-X feature of Intel Gigabit Network adapters allows you to directly
connect two adapters without using a cross-over cable.
To ensure compliance with CISPR 24 and the EU's EN55024, Intel® 10 Gigabit Server Adapters and
Connections should be used only with CAT 6a shielded cables that are properly terminated according to the
recommendations in EN50174-2.
Attach an RJ45 Network Cable
Cable types
Use one of the following types of network cabling, depending on your adapter and the intended use:
NOTE: If you are using this adapter in a residential environment (at any speed), use Category 5 or
better wiring. If the cable runs between rooms or through walls and/or ceilings, it should be
plenum-rated for fire safety.
lMaximum lengths for Intel® 10 Gigabit Server Adapters and Connections that use 10GBASE-T on Cat-
egory 6, Category 6a, or Category 7 wiring, twisted 4-pair copper:
lMaximum length for Category 6 is 55 meters.
lMaximum length for Category 6a is 100 meters.
lMaximum length for Category 7 is 100 meters.

lTo ensure compliance with CISPR 24 and the EU's EN55024, Intel® 10 Gigabit Server
Adapters and Connections should be used only with CAT 6a shielded cables that are properly
terminated according to the recommendations in EN50174-2.
lFor 1000 Mbps operation (1000BaseT), use Category 5 or better (must be 4-pair wiring). Make sure you
use Category 5 cable that complies with the TIA-568 wiring specification.
NOTE: To insure compliance with CISPR 24 and the EU’s EN55024, devices based on
the 82576 controller should be used only with CAT 5E shielded cables that are properly ter-
minated according to the recommendations in EN50174-2.
lFor 100 Mbps operation (100BaseTX), use Category 5 wiring or better.
lFor 10 Mbps operation (10BaseT), use Category 3 wiring or better.
lIn all cases:
lSegment length is limited to 100 meters (328 feet, 1 inch).
lThe adapter must be connected to a compatible link partner, and may be set to auto-negotiate
speed and duplex.
lFor more information on this specification, see the Telecommunications Industry Association's web-
site: www.tiaonline.org.
CAUTION: If using less than 4-pair cabling, you must manually configure the speed and
duplex setting of the adapter and the link partner. In addition, with 2- and 3-pair cabling the
adapter can only achieve speeds of up to 100Mbps.
Insert the twisted pair, RJ45 network cable as shown.
CX4
Physical cabling characteristics for the Intel® CX4 Dual Port Server Adapter must meet IEEE Std 802.3ak,
Clause 54 specifications. The required cable connector is an MDI latch-type receptacle, as defined by IEC
61076-3-113.
The IEEE standard defines a worst-case cable length of 15 meters, based on 100 O, twinaxial cable
characteristics. However, commercial cable manufacturers may offer enhanced products that will permit
successful operation over greater distances.

Fiber Optic Cabling
Remove and save the fiber optic connector cover. Insert a fiber optic cable into the ports on the network
adapter bracket as shown.
Most connectors and ports are keyed for proper orientation. If the cable you are using is not keyed, check to
be sure the connector is oriented properly (transmit port connected to receive port on the link partner, and vice
versa).
The adapter must be connected to a compatible link partner that is operating at the same laser wavelength as
the adapter.
CAUTION: The fiber optic ports contain a Class 1 laser device. When the ports are disconnected,
always cover them with the provided plug. If an abnormal fault occurs, skin or eye damage may res-
ult if in close proximity to the exposed ports.
Connecting Fiber Optic SC Cables
The connection requirements are as follows:
lLaser wavelength: 850 nanometer (not visible).
lSX Cable type:
lMulti-mode fiber with 50 micron core diameter; maximum length is 550 meters.
lMulti-mode fiber with 62.5 micron core diameter; maximum length is 275 meters.
lConnector type: SC.

Single-port fiber adapter with SC connector
Connecting Fiber Optic LC Cables
lLaser type: 850 nanometer wavelength (not visible).
lSX Cabling:
lMulti-mode fiber with 50 micron core diameter. Maximum length is 550 meters.
lMulti-mode fiber with 62.5 micron core diameter. Maximum length is 275 meters
lConnector type: LC.
"LX" Adapters
Adapters with an "LX" marking on the bracket support the 1000Base-LX connectivity standard. They are
designed for long-haul operation, and have different connectivity requirements:
lLaser type: 1310 nanometer wavelength (not visible).
lLX Cabling: single-mode fiber with 9.0 micron core diameter.
lMaximum length: 10 kilometers.
lConnector type: LC.
NOTES:
lAlthough LX adapters are designed for use with long-haul single-mode fiber, they can also
be used with short-haul multi-mode fiber. Maximum cable length is 550 meters. Must be
connected to compatible LX ports.
lIf needed, an LC-to-SC adapter cable may be used to mate with SC connectors.

Single-port fiber adapter with LC connector
SFP+ Devices with Pluggable Optics
X710 and XL710-Based Adapters
NOTES:
lIf your Intel(R) Network Adapter came with Intel SFP+ optics, or is an Intel(R) Ethernet
Converged Network Adapter X710 type of adapter, then it only supports Intel optics and/or
the direct attach cables listed below.
Supplier Type Part Numbers
SR Modules
Intel DUAL RATE 1G/10G SFP+ SR (bailed) FTLX8571D3BCV-
IT
Intel DUAL RATE 1G/10G SFP+ SR (bailed) AFBR-703SDDZ-
IN1
LR Modules
Intel DUAL RATE 1G/10G SFP+ LR (bailed) FTLX1471D3BCV-
IT
Intel DUAL RATE 1G/10G SFP+ LR (bailed) AFCT-701SDZ-
IN2
QSFP Mod-
ules
Intel TRIPLE RATE 1G/10G/40G QSFP+ SR (bailed) (1G not supported
on XL710)
E40GQSFPSR

Intel TRIPLE RATE 1G/10G/40G QSFP+ LR (bailed) (1G not supported
on XL710)
E40GQSFPLR
82599-Based Adapters
NOTES:
lIf your 82599-based Intel® Network Adapter came with Intel optics, or is an Intel® Eth-
ernet Server Adapter X520-2, then it only supports Intel optics and/or the direct attach
cables listed below.
l82599-Based adapters support all passive and active limiting direct attach cables that com-
ply with SFF-8431 v4.1 and SFF-8472 v10.4 specifications.
Supplier Type Part Numbers
SR Modules
Intel DUAL RATE 1G/10G SFP+ SR (bailed) AFBR-703SDZ-
IN2
Intel DUAL RATE 1G/10G SFP+ SR (bailed) FTLX8571D3BCV-
IT
Intel DUAL RATE 1G/10G SFP+ SR (bailed) AFBR-703SDDZ-
IN1
LR Modules
Intel DUAL RATE 1G/10G SFP+ LR (bailed) FTLX1471D3BCV-
IT
Intel DUAL RATE 1G/10G SFP+ LR (bailed) AFCT-701SDZ-
IN2
Intel DUAL RATE 1G/10G SFP+ LR (bailed) AFCT-701SDDZ-
IN1
QSFP Mod-
ules
Intel TRIPLE RATE 1G/10G/40G QSFP+ SR (bailed) (40G not sup-
ported on 82599)
E40GQSFPSR
The following is a list of 3rd party SFP+ modules that have received some testing. Not all modules are
applicable to all devices.
Supplier Type Part Numbers

Finisar SFP+ SR bailed, 10g single rate FTLX8571D3BCL
Avago SFP+ SR bailed, 10g single rate AFBR-700SDZ
Finisar SFP+ LR bailed, 10g single rate FTLX1471D3BCL
Finisar DUAL RATE 1G/10G SFP+ SR (No Bail) FTLX8571D3QCV-IT
Avago DUAL RATE 1G/10G SFP+ SR (No Bail) AFBR-703SDZ-IN1
Finisar DUAL RATE 1G/10G SFP+ LR (No Bail) FTLX1471D3QCV-IT
Avago DUAL RATE 1G/10G SFP+ LR (No Bail) AFCT-701SDZ-IN1
Finisar 1000BASE-T SFP FCLF8522P2BTL
Avago 1000BASE-T SFP ABCU-5710RZ
HP 1000BASE-SX SFP 453153-001
82598-Based Adapters
NOTES:
lIntel® Network Adapters that support removable optical modules only support their original
module type (i.e., the Intel® 10 Gigabit SR Dual Port Express Module only supports SR
optical modules). If you plug in a different type of module, the driver will not load.
l82598-Based adapters support all passive direct attach cables that comply with SFF-8431
v4.1 and SFF-8472 v10.4 specifications. Active direct attach cables are not supported.
lHot Swapping/hot plugging optical modules is not supported.
lOnly single speed, 10 gigabit modules are supported.
lLAN on Motherboard (LOMs) may support DA, SR, or LR modules. Other module types are
not supported. Please see your system documentation for details.
The following is a list of SFP+ modules and direct attach cables that have received some testing. Not all
modules are applicable to all devices.
Supplier Type Part Numbers

Finisar SFP+ SR bailed, 10g single rate FTLX8571D3BCL
Avago SFP+ SR bailed, 10g single rate AFBR-700SDZ
Finisar SFP+ LR bailed, 10g single rate FTLX1471D3BCL
Molex 1m - Twin-ax cable 74752-1101
Molex 3m - Twin-ax cable 74752-2301
Molex 5m - Twin-ax cable 74752-3501
Molex 10m - Twin-ax cable 74752-9004
Tyco 1m - Twin-ax cable 2032237-2
Tyco 3m - Twin-ax cable 2032237-4
Tyco 5m - Twin-ax cable 2032237-6
Tyco 10m - Twin-ax cable 1-2032237-1
THIRD PARTY OPTIC MODULES AND CABLES REFERRED TO ABOVE ARE LISTED ONLY FOR THE PURPOSE OF HIGHLIGHTING THIRD
PARTY SPECIFICATIONS AND POTENTIAL COMPATIBILITY, AND ARE NOT RECOMMENDATIONS OR ENDORSEMENT OR SPONSORSHIP OF
ANY THIRD PARTY'S PRODUCT BY INTEL. INTEL IS NOT ENDORSING OR PROMOTING PRODUCTS MADE BY ANY THIRD PARTY AND THE
THIRD PARTY REFERENCE IS PROVIDED ONLY TO SHARE INFORMATION REGARDING CERTAIN OPTIC MODULES AND CABLES WITH THE
ABOVE SPECIFICATIONS. THERE MAY BE OTHER MANUFACTURERS OR SUPPLIERS, PRODUCING OR SUPPLYING OPTIC MODULES AND
CABLES WITH SIMILAR OR MATCHING DESCRIPTIONS. CUSTOMERS MUST USE THEIR OWN DISCRETION AND DILIGENCE TO PURCHASE
OPTIC MODULES AND CABLES FROM ANY THIRD PARTY OF THEIR CHOICE. CUSTOMERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ASSESSING
THE SUITABILITY OF THE PRODUCT AND/OR DEVICES AND FOR THE SELECTION OF THE VENDOR FOR PURCHASING ANY PRODUCT. THE
OPTIC MODULES AND CABLES REFERRED TO ABOVE ARE NOT WARRANTED OR SUPPORTED BY INTEL. INTEL ASSUMES NO LIABILITY
WHATSOEVER, AND INTEL DISCLAIMS ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, RELATING TO SALE AND/OR USE OF SUCH THIRD PARTY
PRODUCTS OR SELECTION OF VENDOR BY CUSTOMERS.
PCI Hot Plug Support
Intel® PRO/100 Server Adapters and most Intel® Gigabit Server Adapters are enabled for use in selected
servers equipped with Hot Plug support.Exceptions: Intel Gigabit Quad Port Server adapters do not support
Hot Plug operations.
If you replace an adapter in a Hot Plug slot, do not place the removed adapter back into the same network until
the server has rebooted (unless you return it to the same slot and same team as before). This prevents a
conflict in having two of the same Ethernet addresses on the same network.
The system will require a reboot if you
lChange the primary adapter designator.
lAdd a new adapter to an existing team and make the new adapter the primary adapter.
lRemove the primary adapter from the system and replace it with a different type of adapter.

NOTE: To replace an existing SLA-teamed adapter in a Hot Plug slot, first unplug the adapter
cable. When the adapter is replaced, reconnect the cable.
PCI Hot Plug Support for Microsoft* Windows* Operating Systems
Intel® network adapters are enabled for use in selected servers equipped with PCI Hot Plug support and
runningMicrosoft* Windows* operating systems. For more information on setting up and using PCI Hot Plug
support in your server, see your hardware and/or Hot Plug support documentation for details. PCI Hot Plug
only works when you hot plug an identical Intel network adapter.
NOTES:
lThe MAC address and driver from the removed adapter will be used by the replacement
adapter unless you remove the adapter from the team and add it back in. If you do not
remove and restore the replacement adapter from the team, and the original adapter is used
elsewhere on your network, a MAC address conflict will occur.
lFor SLA teams, ensure that the replacement NIC is a member of the team before con-
necting it to the switch.
Getting the Most From Your Intel® 10 Gigabit Server Adapter
NOTE:These adjustments should be performed by a highly skilled network administrator. They
are not guaranteed to improve performance. Not all settings shown here may be available through
your BIOS, operating system or network driver configuration.
1. Install the adapter in a PCIe x8 slot.
NOTE: Some PCIe x8 slots are actually configured as x4 slots. These slots have
insufficient bandwidth for full 10Gbe line rate with dual port 10GbE devices. The driver can
detect this situation and will write the following message in the system log: “PCI-Express
bandwidth available for this card is not sufficient for optimal performance. For optimal
performance a x8 PCI-Express slot is required.”
If this error occurs, moving your adapter to a true x8 slot will resolve the issue.
2. Use the proper cabling for the adapter you have. See Attach the Network Cable for details.
3. Enable Jumbo Frames, if your other network components can also be configured for it.
4. If your BIOS has an MMRBC (Maximum Memory Read Byte Count) adjustment, change it from its
default (usually 512) to 4096 (maximum).
NOTE: Some systems may set the adapter's MMRBC to 4096 by default.
5. Increase the number of TCP and Socket resources from the default value.
6. Increase the allocation size of Driver Resources (transmit/receive buffers). However, most TCP traffic
patterns work best with the transmit buffer set to its default value, and the receive buffer set to its
minimum value.

Advanced Features
NOTE:The options available on the Advanced tab are adapter and system dependent. Not all
adapters will display all options.
Jumbo Frames
Jumbo Frames are Ethernet frames that are larger than 1518 bytes. You can use Jumbo Frames to reduce
server CPU utilization and increase throughput. However, additional latency may be introduced.
NOTES:
lJumbo Frames are supported at 1000 Mbps and higher. Using Jumbo Frames at 10 or 100
Mbps is not supported and may result in poor performance or loss of link.
lEnd-to-end network hardware must support this capability; otherwise, packets will be
dropped.
Jumbo Frames can be implemented simultaneously with VLANs and teaming.
To configure Jumbo Frames at the switch, consult your network administrator or switch user's guide.
Jumbo Frame Restrictions:
lJumbo Frames are not supported in multi-vendor team configurations.
lSupported protocols are limited to IP (TCP, UDP).
lJumbo Frames require compatible switch connections that forward Jumbo Frames. Contact your
switch vendor for more information.
lThe Jumbo Frame setting inside a virtual machine must be the same, or lower than, the setting on the
physical port.
lWhen standard sized Ethernet frames (64 to 1518 bytes) are used, there is no benefit to configuring
Jumbo Frames.
lThe Jumbo Frames setting on the switch must be set to at least 8 bytes larger than the adapter setting
for Microsoft* Windows* operating systems, and at least 22 bytes larger for all other operating sys-
tems.
lThe Intel® PRO/1000 PL Network Connection supports Jumbo Frames in Microsoft* Windows* oper-
ating systems only when Intel® PROSet for Windows Device Manager is installed.
lThe following devices do not support Jumbo Frames larger than 4096 bytes:
lIntel® 82577LM Gigabit Network Connection
lIntel® 82578DM Gigabit Network Connection.
lThe following devices do not support Jumbo Frames:
lIntel® 82567V-4 Gigabit Network Connection
lIntel® 82578DC Gigabit Network Connection
lIntel® 82577LC Gigabit Network Connection
lIntel® 82567LF-3 Gigabit Network Connection
lIntel® 82567V-2 Gigabit Network Connection

lIntel® 82567LF-2 Gigabit Network Connection
lIntel® 82567V Gigabit Network Connection
lIntel® 82567LF Gigabit Network Connection
lIntel® PRO/1000 Gigabit Server Adapter
lIntel® PRO/1000 PM Network Connection
lIntel® PRO/1000 PM Network Connection
lIntel® 82562V 10/100 Network Connection
lIntel® 82562GT 10/100 Network Connection
lIntel® 82566DM Gigabit Network Connection
lIntel® 82566DC Gigabit Network Connection
lIntel® 82566DC-2 Gigabit Network Connection
lIntel® 82562V-2 10/100 Gigabit Network Connection
lIntel® 82562G-2 10/100 Gigabit Network Connection
lIntel® 82562GT-2 10/100 Gigabit Network Connection
lIntel® 82552 10/100 Network Connection
Setting Up Jumbo Frames in Microsoft* Windows*
NOTE: Jumbo Frames are not supported in multi-vendor team configurations.
1. Open Microsoft* Windows* Device Manager.
2. Open Properties on your adapter.
3. Click the Advanced tab.
4. Select Jumbo Frames from the list of advanced features.
5. Set your desired packet size (based on network capability).
6. Click OK to apply the changes.
All equipment on the network must also support the larger frame size. When setting up Jumbo Frames on
other network devices, be aware that different network devices calculate Jumbo Frame size differently. Some
devices include the header information in the frame size while others do not. Intel adapters do not include
header information in the frame size. When configuring Jumbo Frames on a switch, set the frame size four
bytes higher for CRC, plus four bytes if you are using VLANs or QoS packet tagging.
Advanced Network Services Teaming
Advanced Network Services (ANS) Teaming, a feature of the Advanced Network Services component, lets
you take advantage of multiple adapters in a system by grouping them together. ANS teaming can use
features like fault tolerance and load balancing to increase throughput and reliability. Before you can set up
ANS teaming in Microsoft* Windows*, you must install Intel® PROSet software. For more information, select
Intel PROSet in the Table of Contents (left pane) of this window.

NOTES:
lBe sure to use the latest available drivers on all adapters.
lNDIS 6.2 introduced new RSS data structures and interfaces. Because of this, you cannot
enable RSS on teams that contain a mix of adapters that support NDIS 6.2 RSS and
adapters that do not.
lIf a team is bound to a Hyper-V virtual NIC, you cannot change the Primary or Secondary
adapter.
lIntel adapters that do not support Intel PROSet may still be included in a team. However,
they are restricted in the same way non-Intel adapters are. See Multi-Vendor Teaming for
more information.
lTo assure a common feature set, some advanced features, including hardware offloading,
are automatically disabled when an adapter that does not support Intel PROSet is added to
a team.
lHot Plug operations in a Multi-Vendor Team may cause system instability. We recom-
mended that you restart the system or reload the team after performing Hot Plug operations
with a Multi-Vendor Team.
lSpanning tree protocol (STP) should be disabled on switch ports connected to teamed
adapters in order to prevent data loss when the primary adapter is returned to service (fail-
back). Alternatively, an activation delay may be configured on the adapters to prevent data
loss when spanning tree is used. Set the Activation Delay on the advanced tab of team
properties.
lANS teaming of Virtual Function devices inside a Windows 2008 R2 guest running on an
open source hypervisor is supported.
lFibre Channel over Ethernet/Data Center Bridging will be automatically disabled when an
adapter is added to a team with non-FCoE/DCB capable adapters.
Supported Adapters
Teaming options are supported on Intel® PRO/100, Intel® Gigabit, and Intel® 10GbE adapters. Selected
adapters from other manufacturers are also supported.
Conditions that may prevent you from teaming a device
During team creation or modification, the list of available team types or list of available devices may not
include all team types or devices. This may be caused by any of several conditions, including:
lThe operating system does not support the desired team type.
lThe device does not support the desired team type or does not support teaming at all.
lThe devices you want to team together use different driver versions.
lYou are trying to team an Intel PRO/100 device with an Intel 10GbE device.
lTOE (TCP Offload Engine) enabled devices cannot be added to an ANS team and will not appear in the
list of available adapters.
lYou can add Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT) enabled devices to Adapter Fault
Tolerance (AFT), Switch Fault Tolerance (SFT), and Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB) teams. All other
team types are not supported. The Intel AMT enabled device must be designated as the primary
adapter for the team.

lThe device's MAC address is overridden by the Locally Administered Address advanced setting.
lFibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) Boot has been enabled on the device.
lThe device has “OS Controlled” selected on the Data Center tab.
lThe device has a virtual NIC bound to it.
lThe device is part of a Microsoft* Load Balancing and Failover (LBFO) team.
Microsoft* Load Balancing and Failover (LBFO) teams
Intel ANS teaming and VLANs are not compatible with Microsoft's LBFO teams. Intel® PROSet will block a
member of an LBFO team from being added to an Intel ANS team or VLAN. You should not add a port that is
already part of an Intel ANS team or VLAN to an LBFO team, as this may cause system instability. If you use
an ANS team member or VLAN in an LBFO team, perform the following procedure to restore your
configuration:
1. Reboot the machine
2. Remove LBFO team. Even though LBFO team creation failed, after a reboot Server Manager will report
that LBFO is Enabled, and the LBFO interface is present in the ‘NIC Teaming’ GUI.
3. Remove the ANS teams and VLANS involved in the LBFO team and recreate them. This is an optional
(all bindings are restored when the LBFO team is removed ), but strongly recommended step
NOTE: If you add an Intel AMT enabled port to an LBFO team, do not set the port to Standby in
the LBFO team. If you set the port to Standby you may lose AMT functionality.
ANS Teaming Types
lAdapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) - provides automatic redundancy for a server's network connection. If
the primary adapter fails, the secondary adapter takes over. Adapter Fault Tolerance supports two to
eight adapters per team. This teaming type works with any hub or switch. All team members must be
connected to the same subnet.
lSwitch Fault Tolerance (SFT) - provides failover between two adapters connected to separate
switches. Switch Fault Tolerance supports two adapters per team. Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) must
be enabled on the switch when you create an SFT team. When SFT teams are created, the Activation
Delay is automatically set to 60 seconds. This teaming type works with any switch or hub. All team
members must be connected to the same subnet.
lAdaptive Load Balancing (ALB) - provides load balancing of transmit traffic and adapter fault tolerance.
In Microsoft* Windows* operating systems, you can also enable or disable receive load balancing
(RLB) in ALB teams (by default, RLB is enabled).
lVirtual Machine Load Balancing (VMLB) - provides transmit and receive traffic load balancing across
Virtual Machines bound to the team interface, as well as fault tolerance in the event of switch port,
cable, or adapter failure. This teaming type works with anyswitch.
lStatic Link Aggregation (SLA) - provides increased transmission and reception throughput in a team of
two to eight adapters. This team type replaces the following team types from prior software releases:
Fast EtherChannel*/Link Aggregation (FEC) and Gigabit EtherChannel*/Link Aggregation (GEC). This
type also includes adapter fault tolerance and load balancing (only routed protocols). This teaming type
requires a switch with Intel Link Aggregation, Cisco* FEC or GEC, or IEEE 802.3ad Static Link Aggreg-
ation capability.