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Adaptec 9210LP User Reference

Adaptec 9210LP User Reference

2 gigabit fibre channel host bus adapter
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  • Page 1 ’ EFERENCE 9210LP DAPTEC IBRE IGABIT IBRE HANNEL DAPTER...
  • Page 2 Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP User’s Reference...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installing the Adapter in the PCI Slot 6 Changing the Bracket on Your Adapter 7 SFP Overview 8 Removing the SFP From the Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP 9 Verifying the Adapter 10 Upon Power-up 10 During Card Initialization by the Host OS 10...
  • Page 4 Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP User’s Reference Using FCSelect and Disk Utilities 14 Starting FCSelect 14 Exiting FCSelect 15 Using FCSelect Settings 15 FCSelect Device Configuration 15 FCSelect Settings 16 Using FCSelect Disk Utilities 17 Fibre Channel Cable Assemblies 18 HSSDC-to-HSSDC Cable Assembly (2 gigabit Operations)

  • Page 5: Overview

    Using FCSelect and Disk Utilities Fibre Channel Cable Assemblies Overview The Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP 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

    32-bit and 33 MHz). The PCI bus provides a high-speed (up to 528 MBps) path between the system board and the Fibre Channel Adapter. The Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP is a PCI Bus Master device and requires a PCI Bus Mastering slot that conforms to the PCI Local Bus Specifications, version 2.2 or previous versions.
  • Page 7 Receptacle Figure 1. Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP With Optical SFP Connector HSSDC Receptacle Figure 2. Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LPC With Copper HSSDC Connector Overview Tachyon XL2 ASIC Tachyon XL2 ASIC...

  • Page 8: Contents Of Kit

    Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP User’s Reference Contents of Kit The contents in the kits are: Optical Single 2 gigabit Adaptec Fibre Card (AFC-9210LP) with low profile bracket Standard height bracket Floppy disks containing the adapter drivers Printed Installation Guide CD with Installation Guide and User’s Reference...

  • Page 9: System Requirements

    System Requirements The minimum system requirements for the Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP are: For All Systems A Pentium or higher system that is PCI 2.2 or previous version compliant For Windows NT Systems ® Windows NT 4.0 installed with at least service pack 4...

  • Page 10: Cable Requirements

    64-bit slot, you can install the card in a 32-bit PCI slot. Remove the expansion slot cover. (Save the slot cover screw.) Insert the Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP into the slot until it is firmly and evenly seated in the PCI connector.

  • Page 11: Changing The Bracket On Your Adapter

    Replace the slot cover screw. Changing the Bracket on Your Adapter Your Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP comes with a low profile bracket. If you need to attach a standard height bracket, follow these steps: Unscrew the two screws located on the face of your Fibre Channel adapter near your bracket.

  • Page 12: Sfp Overview

    SFP module. There are several types of SFP modules currently available that can be used in the Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP. SFPs are hot pluggable, which means they can be plugged into, or pulled out of the adapter while the power is applied.

  • Page 13: Removing The Sfp From The Adaptec Fibre Card 9210Lp

    Removing the SFP From the Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP To remove the SFP, follow these steps: Remove the Fibre Channel cable. Pull the module out of the receptacle. Reinsert the dust plug. Dust Plugs Cable Figure 5. Removing the Optical SFP Module...

  • Page 14: Verifying The Adapter

    Once the Card has been Initialized by the Host OS PWR/ACT LED will flash at approximately one second intervals LNK LED is on if the adapter is operating properly Figure 6. Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP and Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LPC With Low Profile and Standard Height Brackets...

  • Page 15: Pci Hot Plug Support

    PCI adapter must all support the PCI Hot Plug capability. The Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP device drivers support the PCI hot swap/replacement capability on system platforms that support PCI Hot Plug. Check your system documentation to determine if PCI Hot Plug is supported.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP User’s Reference Troubleshooting The following tips are general troubleshooting procedures: Check that the card is seated evenly all the way into the PCI slot. Check motherboard system documentation to ensure that Bus Mastering support is provided and enabled for the PCI slot containing the Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP.
  • Page 17 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 18: Using Fcselect And Disk Utilities

    Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP User’s Reference Using FCSelect and Disk Utilities The Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP has the onboard FCSelect configuration utility which allows you to change Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP options without opening the computer chassis or handling the card. FCSelect also includes disk utilities to list the devices connected to the Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP.

  • Page 19: Exiting Fcselect

    Leave this option set to Disabled if the FC devices on the FC loop are intialized by OS drivers. Use this setting when the Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP is set up in a multi-initiator configuration. Using FCSelect and Disk Utilities...

  • Page 20: Fcselect Settings

    Host Adapter Speed—(Default: 1 Gigabit) Determines the maximum data transfer rate that the FC Card supports. The Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP can perform at 1 Gigabit or 2 Gigabit speeds, or Auto Negotiation, with the default setting at 1 Gigabit. To operate at full potential in a 2 Gigabit SAN, change the Host Adapter speed to 2 Gigabit.

  • Page 21: Using Fcselect Disk Utilities

    Using FCSelect Disk Utilities To access the FCSelect disk utilities, follow these steps: Select the Disk Utilities option from the menu that appears after starting FCSelect. FCSelect scans the bus (to determine the devices installed) and displays a list of all IDs and the devices assigned to each ID.

  • Page 22: Hssdc-To-Hssdc Cable Assembly (2 Gigabit Operations

    Adaptec Fibre Card 9210LP User’s Reference Fibre Channel Cable Assemblies Cable assemblies 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 that are offered.

  • Page 23: Multimode Optical Cable Lc-Lc Duplex 50/125 (2 Gigabit Operations)

    Multimode Optical Cable LC-LC Duplex 50/125 (2 gigabit Operations) Description LC-LC Duplex 50/125 LC-LC Duplex 50/125 LC-LC Duplex 50/125 LC-LC Duplex 50/125 Multimode Optical Cable LC-SC Duplex 50/125 (2 gigabit Operations) Description LC-SC Duplex 50/125 LC-SC Duplex 50/125 LC-SC Duplex 50/125 LC-SC Duplex 50/125 Fibre Channel Cable Assemblies Length (Meters)
  • Page 24 Copyright © 2001 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 25 Adaptec Customer Support If you have questions about installing or using your Adaptec product, check this document 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 Before contacting Technical Support, you’ll need your TSID.
  • Page 26 15:00, Central European Time. To expedite your service, have your computer in front of you. To order Adaptec products, including accessories and cables: UK: +0800 96 65 26 or fax +0800 731 02 95 Other European countries: +32 11 300 379 Australia and New Zealand Visit our Web site at http://www.adaptec.com.au.
  • Page 27 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-9210LP AFC-9210LPC Tested to Comply...
  • Page 28 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 29 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 30 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 31 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 32 Limited 3-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 three (3) years from the date of purchase (excluding the SFP, which is warranted for a period of one (1) year).
  • Page 33 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 34 Adaptec, Inc. 691 South Milpitas Boulevard Milpitas, CA 95035 © 2001 Adaptec, Inc. All rights reserved. Adaptec and the Adaptec logo are trademarks of Adaptec, Inc. which may be registered in some jurisdictions. Source Number: 512743-00, Ver. AB JG 04/01...

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