Nvidia Tesla S2050 User manual

TESLA™
U GPU COMPUTING SYSTEM
INSTALLATION GUIDE

NVIDIA Tesla
1U GPU Computing System
TESLA 1U GPU COMPUTING SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE

TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 1
About This Guide 1
Minimum System Requirements 2
Unpacking 3
Equipment 3
Hardware Installation 5
Safety Instructions 5
Before You Begin 5
Optional Low Profile Bracket 6
Tesla 1U GPU Computing System Installation 7
Mounting the Tesla System in a Rack 7
Connecting to the Host System 10
Software Installation 13
Driver Installation 13
CUDA Toolkit 16
CUDA Software Developer’s Kit (SDK) 16
Verifying Installation if Running X Server 17
Verifying Linux Installation if Not Running X Server 18
References and Resources 21
Getting Driver Updates 21
Registration, Warranty, and Support 22
Registering Your Tesla 1U GPU Computing System 22
Warranty and Support 22

Compliance and Certifications 23
Important Safety Information 30
Precautions for Installing System Unit in Racks 37
Stability 37
Manual Material Handling 38
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
The NVIDIA®Tesla™1U GPU Computing System
simplifies adding GPU computing to rack-
mount installations. With Tesla, you can tackle
massive problems with the unprecedented
performance of the many-core architecture
and the C programming enabled by a suite of
developer tools. Tesla enables you to solve
problems faster.
Note: It is important to register your Tesla 1U GPU
Computing System in order to receive NVIDIA Customer
Care online and phone support. To register, please visit:
www.nvidia.com/register.
About This Guide
This installation guide provides instructions to connect the Tesla 1U
GPU Computing System to an NVIDIA-tested host system in a
rack-mount environment. For a list of NVIDIA-tested host systems,
of for information on using the system with applications, refer to the
NVIDIA web site at www.nvidia.com/tesla.
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INTRODUCTION
 Minimum System Requirements
Prior to unpacking your new NVIDIA Tesla system, confirm
that your host system meets all the system requirements for a
smooth installation.
>System and Platform
zNVIDIA-tested system or platform
>Operating System
zLinux 32-bit or 64-bit (Red Hat Enterprise
zLinux 3, 4, and 5; SUSE 10.3)
>Processor
zIntel Pentium 4 or Xeon processor or higher
zAMD Opteron processor or higher
>RAM
z2 GB minimum, 4 GB recommended
>System Interface
zPCI Express x16 slot
zPCI Express x8 slot if you are using the optional
x8 interface card

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UNPACKING
UNPACKING
Equipment
Check that you have all of the items you need for installing your Tesla
system. Depending on which Tesla product you purchased and from
whom you purchased it, some accessories may have been ordered
and shipped separately. You should have:
One (1) Tesla 1U GPU
Computing System chassis
The 1U chassis includes four (4) Fermi GPUs.
Two (2) NVIDIA Interface Cards
Installs into the PCI Express x16 slot in the host system.
The card comes with the standard ATX-height bracket
attached. A lowprofile bracket is also provided and can
replace the standard bracket on the card. Your solution
provider may have already configured your cards,
brackets and cables to your specific installation needs.
Two (2) Low-Profile Brackets
Used to replace the standard ATX (long) bracket
shipped attached to the interface card. Your solution
provider may have already configured your cards,
brackets, and cables to your specific installation needs.
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UNPACKING
 Two (2) Interconnect Cables
Connects from the interface card in the host system to
the Tesla 1U GPU Computing System.
Power Cords
Used to supply power to the Tesla 1U GPU Computing
System. The host system controls the power. Your
solution provider may have already configured your
cards, brackets, and cables to your specific
installation needs.
One (1) Rail Kit
Each rail kit includes two (2) rails for use with a
standard 4-post 19 inch, EIA compliant rack.
WELCOME
Registration Card
Register to gain priority access to NVIDIA’s
Customer Care.
Installation CD
Contains this file (Installation Guide) and all the
necessary drivers to enable the Tesla system. To keep
your drivers current, visit http://developer.nvidia.com/
object/cuda.html and download the latest drivers.
Quick Start Guide
Provides the basic procedures necessary to install and
bring up the Tesla 1U GPU Computing System.

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HARDWARE INSTALLATIONS
HARDWARE INSTALLATIONS
Installing the NVIDIA Tesla 1U GPU Computing
System hardware involves opening up your
computer. Follow all of the safety instructions
provided here to ensure that there is no damage
to you, your host system, or the Tesla unit.
Note: All hardware must be installed prior to installation of
the drivers.
Safety Instructions
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. For more information
regarding important safety instructions, refer to the Important Safety
Information section. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.
Do not place this product where a person can step or trip on the
power cord.
Before You Begin
The Tesla system must be connected to a host system. The host
system accessing the Tesla system must have one or more open PCIe
slots. Any NVIDIA graphics drivers on your host system should be
uninstalled prior to installing the hardware and software associated
with the Tesla system.
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