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Adaptec 9110G User Reference

Adaptec 9110G User Reference

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  • Page 1 ’ EFERENCE 9110G DAPTEC IBRE IGABIT IBRE HANNEL DAPTER...
  • Page 2 Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G User’s Reference...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Overview 1 Features 2 Contents of Kit 3 System Requirements 4 For Windows NT Systems 4 For Windows 2000 Systems 4 Cable and GBIC Requirements 4 Installing the Hardware 5 Installing the Adapter in the PCI Slot 5 GBIC Overview 6 Installing the GBIC 7 Connecting Cables 8 Removing the GBIC 9...
  • Page 4 Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G User’s Reference PCI Hot Plug Support 19 Troubleshooting 20 Fibre Channel Cable Assemblies and GBIC 22 HSSDC to HSSDC Cable Assembly (1 Gigabit Operations) 22 HSSDC to DB9 Cable Assembly (1 Gigabit Operations) 22 Multimode Optical Cable F/C SC Duplex 50/125...

  • Page 5: Overview

    Troubleshooting Fibre Channel Cable Assemblies and GBIC Overview The Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G is a reliable, high-performance serial I/O storage interface for servers. The serial nature of Fibre Channel brings the flexibility and ease of Local Area Network (LAN) connectivity to storage attachment, introducing the idea of Storage Area Networks (SAN).

  • Page 6: Features

    Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G User’s Reference The Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G is a PCI to Fibre Channel controller card that provides a one Gigabit serial interface between a server and a Fibre Channel storage system. The cabling between the storage system and the interface card can be either fiber optic or copper.

  • Page 7: Contents Of Kit

    GBIC Receptacle Figure 1. Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G Contents of Kit The contents in this kit are: One Gigabit Adaptec Fibre Card (AFC-9110G) Floppy disk containing the adapter driver(s) Cables 10 m optical cable (Optical Kit) 3 m copper cable HSSDC to DB9 (Copper Kit)

  • Page 8: System Requirements

    Cable and GBIC Requirements A Fibre Channel cable is required. To use the external connector, the cable should match the GBIC module used. The Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G provides an additional internal connector. To use the internal connector, a Fibre Channel copper cable that has a HSSDC on one end and a connector interface for the internal Fibre Channel storage subsystem on the other end is required.

  • Page 9: Installing The Hardware

    32-bit PCI slot. Remove the expansion slot cover. (Save the slot cover screw.) Insert the Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G into the slot until it is firmly and evenly seated in the PCI connector. WARNING: Be careful when inserting the Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G into a PCI slot.

  • Page 10: Gbic Overview

    Fibre Channel cable inserts into the connector of the GBIC module. There are several types of GBIC modules currently available that can be used in the Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G. GBICs are hot pluggable, which means they can be plugged into, or pulled out of the adapter while the power is applied.

  • Page 11: Installing The Gbic

    Caution: Inserting a GBIC without a Fibre Channel device or hub attached will cause an open loop condition. This open loop condition will prevent devices attached to the internal HSSDC connector from functioning. To avoid this situation, avoid inserting the GBIC until external Fibre Channel devices are attached to the GBIC.

  • Page 12: Connecting Cables

    Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G User’s Reference Connecting Cables Select the correct cable that matches the GBIC you installed. Install the end connectors into the GBIC. The GBIC and Fibre Channel cable are keyed, so they can only fit one way. See Figure 4 on page 9.

  • Page 13: Removing The Gbic

    Figure 4. Installing the Cable Removing the GBIC To remove the GBIC, follow these steps: Remove the Fibre Channel cable. If you are using the IBM optical GBIC, flip the bar of the GBIC to the OPEN position and pull to remove. See Figure 5 on page 10.
  • Page 14 Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G User’s Reference For optical GBICs, reinsert the dust plug. Dust Plug Cables Figure 5. Removing the Optical GBIC Module Cable Tabs Figure 6. Removing the HSSDC GBIC Module Cable Figure 7. Removing the DB9 GBIC Module Optical GBIC Handle in “Open”...

  • Page 15: Verifying The Adapter

    Verifying the Adapter You can verify the adapter and cable installation by powering up the system and looking at the two LEDs on the bulkhead of the adapter. See Figure 8 on page 11. Under normal operation, the LEDs operate as follows: Upon Power-up PWR/ACT LED is on...

  • Page 16: Installing The Device Driver For Windows Nt

    Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G User’s Reference Installing the Device Driver for Windows NT 4.0 Before installing the Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G driver, Windows NT 4 should be installed. Note: You cannot install the operating system to a drive attached to the Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G.

  • Page 17: Removing The Driver

    From the Settings menu, select Control Panel. From the Control Panel screen, select SCSI Adapters icon. From the SCSI Adapters window, select Drivers tab. Select Adaptec AFC-9110G PCI 64-bit/66MHz Fibre Channel 1Gbit Controller. From the Drivers window, select Remove. Click on Yes to remove the driver.

  • Page 18: Installing The Device Driver For Windows 2000

    Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G User’s Reference Installing the Device Driver for Windows 2000 Before installing the Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G driver, Windows 2000 should be installed. Note: You cannot install the operating system to a drive attached to the Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G.

  • Page 19: Removing The Driver

    Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G from your computer. Once you reboot the system, Windows 2000 will recognize that the Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G has been removed. Additional Notes WARNING: The following registry files will change your systems registry information.
  • Page 20 Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G User’s Reference seconds to avoid NT timeouts (Event ID 9s on Windows NT’s System EventLog). To increase the timeout value: Goto the Start button and select Run… For Windows NT 4, type: a:\winnt4\timeout.reg For Windows 2000, type: a:\win2000\timeout.reg...
  • Page 21 EMC Symmetrix Storage array (Windows NT 4.0 only): For Windows NT 4.0, there are some registry adjustments needed for supporting the EMC Symmetrix Storage array. Adaptec has provided a registry file to adjust some parameters to EMC recommendations. To enable EMC Symmetrix support: Goto the Start button and select Run…...
  • Page 22 AFC-9110G controller when installed in the same system. If both controllers are installed in the same system, either Adaptec’s or Agilent’s driver will load for all the controllers in the system. To avoid this conflict, install either the Adaptec or Agilent driver, or avoid using both controllers in the same system.

  • Page 23: Pci Hot Plug Support

    PCI Hot Plug is supported. Caution: Do not insert or remove the Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G into or out of PCI slots with power enabled to the PCI slot. If PCI Hot Plug support is provided by your system...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Check motherboard system documentation to ensure that bus mastering support is provided and enabled for the PCI 2.1 compliant slot containing the Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G. Check that the GBIC is seated correctly into the adapter. Check that the cable is inserted all the way into the GBIC.
  • Page 25 If a problem occurs while loading the Windows NT or Windows 2000 driver or when you try to access a storage device, check the Event Log. The Event Log lists events that have been logged by various software components. As an example, if the driver failed to initialize, the log should have an event listed as Driver failed to initialize.

  • Page 26: Hssdc To Db9 Cable Assembly (1 Gigabit Operations)

    Adaptec Fibre Card 9110G User’s Reference Fibre Channel Cable Assemblies and GBIC Cable assemblies and GBICs are available from Adaptec, Inc. You can order from the online store at http://www.adaptecstore.com, or within the US, you can call: 1-800-442-7274. See the following tables for the type of cable assemblies and GBICS that are offered.

  • Page 27: Fibre Channel Gigabit Interface Converters (Gbics)

    Multimode Optical Cable F/C SC Duplex 50/125 (1 Gigabit Operations) Description F/C SC Duplex 50/125 F/C SC Duplex 50/125 F/C SC Duplex 50/125 F/C SC Duplex 50/125 F/C SC Duplex 50/125 F/C SC Duplex 50/125 Fibre Channel Gigabit Interface Converters (GBICS) Description Multimode Short Wave Optical...
  • Page 28 Copyright © 2000 Adaptec, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written consent of Adaptec, Inc., 691 South Milpitas Blvd., Milpitas, CA 95035.
  • Page 29 Adaptec Customer Support If you have questions about installing or using your Adaptec product, check this user’s guide first—you will find answers to most of your questions here. If you need further assistance, use the support options listed below. Technical Support Identification (TSID) Number The 12-digit TSID can be found on the white barcode-type label included inside the box with your product.
  • Page 30 13:30 to 15:00, Central European Time. To expedite your service, have your computer in front of you. To order Adaptec products, including accessories and SCSI cables: UK: +0800 96 65 26 or fax +0800 731 02 95 Other European countries: +32 11 300 379 or fax +32 11 300 375 Australia and New Zealand Visit our Web site at http://www.adaptec.com.au.
  • Page 31 This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the Australian/New Zealand standard AS/NZS 3548 set out by the Spectrum Management Agency. Adaptec, Inc. AFC-9110G Tested to Comply With FCC Standards...
  • Page 32 Canadian Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matérial brouilleur du Canada. Japanese Compliance (Voluntary Control Council Initiative)
  • Page 33 MAY RETURN THE ENTIRE UNUSED PRODUCT FOR A FULL REFUND. (Single User, Non-Networked Applications) In return for acquiring a license to use the Adaptec software, which may include software from third party licensors and patches made available by Adaptec (“Software”), and the related documentation, you agree to the following terms and conditions: 1.
  • Page 34 3. Ownership of Software. As Licensee, you own the media upon which the software is recorded or fixed, but Adaptec and its licensors retain title and ownership of the Software recorded on the original media and all subsequent copies of the Software, regardless of the form or media in which or on which the original and other copies may exist.
  • Page 35 Agreement, in writing signed by an officer of Adaptec. You assume full responsibility for the use of the Software and agree to use the Software legally and responsibly. This Agreement shall be governed by California law, except as to copyright matters, which are covered by Federal law.
  • Page 36 Limited 5-Year Warranty 1. Adaptec, Inc. (“Adaptec”) warrants to the purchaser of this product that it will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase (excluding the GBIC, which is warranted for a period of one (1) year).
  • Page 37 7. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS, AND SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
  • Page 38 Adaptec, Inc. 691 South Milpitas Boulevard Milpitas, CA 95035 © 2000 Adaptec, Inc. All rights reserved. Adaptec and the Adaptec logo are trademarks of Adaptec, Inc. which may be registered in some jurisdictions. SOURCE NUMBER: 512645-00, Ver. AA JG 08/00...

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