Re: [PATCH v3 net-next] net/mlx5e: Report rx_discards_phy via rx_fifo_errors

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On Fri,  6 Dec 2024 17:03:28 +0800 Yafang Shao wrote:
> We observed a high number of rx_discards_phy events on some servers when
> running `ethtool -S`. However, this important counter is not currently
> reflected in the /proc/net/dev statistics file, making it challenging to
> monitor effectively.
> 
> Since rx_fifo_errors represents receive FIFO errors on this network
> deivice, it makes sense to include rx_discards_phy in this counter to
> enhance monitoring visibility. This change will help administrators track
> these events more effectively through standard interfaces.

It's not a standard if there is no definition applicable across vendors.
Count it as generic rx_dropped. If you disagree with me please carry
this tag on future versions:

Nacked-by: Jakub Kicinski <kuba@xxxxxxxxxx>
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