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- Page 1 StorageWorks by Compaq FCA2257C cPCI Host Bus Adapter for Sun Solaris Installation Guide Part Number: AA-RRAAA-TE First Edition (January 2002) This guide describes how to install and configure the StorageWorks™ FCA2257C cPCI Host Bus Adapter for Sun Solaris by Compaq.
- Page 2 Documentation, and Technical Data for Commercial Items are licensed to the U.S. Government under vendor's standard commercial license. Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Compaq Technical Support ........ - Page 4 Contents B Specifications Specifications ........... . . B–1 Environmental Specifications .
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Page 5: About This Guide
• Sun Solaris operating system • Host bus adapters Related Documentation In addition to this guide, Compaq provides release notes for late-breaking information. Document Conventions The conventions included in Table 1 apply in most cases. Table 1: Document Conventions Element... -
Page 6: Symbols In Text
About this Guide Symbols in Text These symbols may be found in the text of this guide. They have the following meanings. WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions in the warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or data. -
Page 7: Getting Help
24 hours a day, 7 days a week. NOTE: For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored. Outside North America, call Compaq technical support at the nearest location. Telephone numbers for worldwide technical support are listed on the Compaq website: http://www.compaq.com. -
Page 8: Compaq Website
About this Guide Compaq Website The Compaq website has the latest information on this product, as well as the latest drivers. Access the Compaq website at: http://www.compaq.com/storage. From this website, select the appropriate product or solution. Compaq Authorized Reseller For the name of your nearest Compaq Authorized Reseller: •... -
Page 9: Adapter Features
Adapter Features The chapter describes the features of the FCA2257C cPCI to Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter for Sun Solaris by Compaq (cPCI adapter). Descriptions cPCI Adapter Features The cPCI adapter is a dual channel high-performance Host Bus Adapter (HBA) designed for high-end systems. -
Page 10: Cpci Adapter
Adapter Features • Complies with the following Fibre Channel standards: — Second Generation Fibre Channel Physical and Signaling Interface (FC-PH-2), Revision 7.4 — Third Generation Fibre Channel Physical and Signaling Interface (FC-PH-3), Revision 9.2 — Fibre Channel-Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL-2), Revision 5.4 —... -
Page 11: Installing The Adapters
Installing the Adapters This chapter describes: • Installation Prerequisites • Standard Installation • Hot Installation • Installing the Solaris Driver NOTE: Refer to your Host documentation for installing the Host Bus Adapter (HBA). WARNING: Disconnect the host from the power source before installing the adapter. -
Page 12: Standard Installation
Installing the Adapters Standard Installation To install a cPCI adapter: 1. Shut down the system. 2. Choose any available cPCI slot. (Check the indicator lights next to or above the available slots. The top two lights should be off; the bottom light should be is amber.) 3. -
Page 13: Hot Installation
Installing the Adapters Hot Installation Perform the following steps to install the adapter without shutting down the system (hot installation). To hot install the cPCI adapter: 1. Log on to the system as a superuser. 2. At the system prompt (#), enter the following command to find an available slot for the adapter: cfgadm A list of the system’s processors, memory, and I/O slots appears, as shown in the... - Page 14 Installing the Adapters 4. Place the adapter into the slot. Carefully press the adapter into the slot until the adapter seats firmly (the switch clicks into a locked position when the adapter is seated). The indicator lights change as follows: •...
- Page 15 Installing the Adapters System configuration information appears, The following example shows that the Receptacle column for the shaded row changes to connected: Ap_Id Type Receptacle Occupant Condition N0.IB6 CPCI_I/O_b connected configured N0.IB8 unknown empty unconfigured unknown N0.SB0 CPU_Board connected configured N0.SB2 CPU_Board connected...
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Page 16: Installing The Solaris Driver
The software kit that is included with the HBA contains the latest version of the HBA software files at the time of shipment. Software files are updated periodically and can be obtained from the Compaq website: http://www.compaq.com/products/storageworks/adapters.html To install the Solaris driver to your system: 1. - Page 17 Installing the Adapters You are prompted to select a driver package, as shown in the following example in which 3 was entered: The following packages are available: QLA2200-1QLogic QLA2200 driver Solaris 2.6, Rev=X.XX QLA2200-2QLogic QLA2200 driver Solaris 2.7, Rev=X.XX QLA2200-3QLogic QLA2200 driver Solaris 2.8, Rev=X.XX Select package(s) you wish to process (or ’all’...
- Page 18 NOTE: When you install a Compaq Storage platform kit, these values are automatically changed. If you are using a Compaq Storage platform kit, skip this step and go to step 13. Compaq has tested with and recommends that you change the values in the qla2200.conf file as follows:...
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Page 19: Troubleshooting Information
Troubleshooting Information There are two basic types of installation problems that can cause your Host Bus Adapter (HBA) to function incorrectly: hardware problems and Fibre Channel problems. This chapter provides itemized checklists to help you determine why your HBA is not functioning. Hardware Problem Checklist •... -
Page 21: A Using Fcode
Using FCode This appendix describes how to install and set up FCode. It includes: • FCode File Contents • Supported Features • Flashing the Adapter with Fcode FCode File Contents The following files are included with the Fcode binary file: •... -
Page 22: Flashing The Adapter With Fcode
Using FCode Flashing the Adapter with Fcode To update the your adapter’s Fcode, use the qla2x00flash utility. Use the following procedure to flash the adapter with Fcode. 1. Copy the qla2x00flash file and ifp2200.prom file to the desired directory. CAUTION: Make sure you want to change the Flash contents. Incorrect data in the Flash contents can render the adapter unusable, and disrupt the operating system function. -
Page 23: Specifications
Specifications Specifications This appendix provides the specifications for the FCA2257C cPCI to Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (cPCI Adapter) for Sun Solaris. Environmental Specifications Table B–1 lists the HBA environmental specifications. Table B–1: cPCI Adapter Environmental Specifications Environment Minimum Maximum Operating temperature 0°C/32°F 55°C/131°F... -
Page 24: Adapter Specifications
Specifications Adapter Specifications Table B–2 lists the cPCI adapter specifications Table B–2: cPCI Adapter Specifications Type Specification Host bus Conforms to PCI Local Bus Specification, Revision 2.1 Fibre Channel Bus type: fiber optic media specifications Bus transfer rate: 100 MBps maximum at half duplex 200 MBps maximum at full duplex Interface chip: SP2200A/33 (two) Central processing... -
Page 25: C Regulatory Compliance Notices
Regulatory Compliance Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and Regulations has established Radio Frequency (RF) emission limits to provide an interference-free radio frequency spectrum. Many electronic devices, including computers, generate RF energy incidental to their intended function and are, therefore, covered by these rules. These rules place computers and related peripheral devices into two classes, A and B, depending upon their intended installation. -
Page 26: Declaration Of Conformity For Products Marked With The Fcc Logo-United
Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Compaq Computer Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Network and Serial Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations. -
Page 27: Japanese Notice
Japanese Class A Notice Laser Devices All Compaq systems equipped with a laser device comply with safety standards, including International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825. With specific regard to the laser, the equipment complies with laser product performance standards set by government agencies as a Class 1 laser product. -
Page 28: Compliance With Cdrh Regulations
August 1,1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States. Compliance with International Regulations All Compaq systems equipped with laser devices comply with appropriate safety standards including IEC 825. Label The transceiver on the adapter is a Class I laser product. It complies with IEC 825-1 and FDA 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11. -
Page 29: D Electrostatic Discharge
Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat. If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have a Compaq authorized reseller install the part. NOTE: For more information on static electricity, or for assistance with product installation, contact your Compaq authorized reseller. -
Page 31: Index
Index audience v Declaration of Conformity C–2 authorized reseller, Compaq viii descriptions, cPCI adapters v 1–1 document, conventions v documentation, related v cables, FCC compliance statement C–2 drivers, installing 2–6 Canadian notice (Avis Canadien) C–2 CDRH regulations C–4 cfgadm command 2–3 electrostatic discharge 2–1... - Page 32 2–2 symbols hot 2–3 in text vi Solaris drivers 2–6 on equipment vi Japanese notice C–3 technical support, Compaq vii text symbols vi laser safety warnings C–3 uncompress command 2–6 modifications, FCC compliance statement C–2 websites Compaq storage viii pkgadd command 2–6...
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