Compaq 64-Bit Installation Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Compaq Manuals
  4. Host Adapter
  5. 64-Bit
  6. Installation manual
Compaq 64-Bit Installation Manual

Compaq 64-Bit Installation Manual

64-bit/66-mhz fibre channel host adapter
Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-
MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter
Installation Guide
Second Edition (April 2001)
Part Number 122833-002
Compaq Computer Corporation

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the 64-Bit and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for Compaq 64-Bit

Summary of Contents for Compaq 64-Bit

  • Page 1 Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66- MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter Installation Guide Second Edition (April 2001) Part Number 122833-002 Compaq Computer Corporation...
  • Page 2 The Open Group. All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installing the 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter Updating System ROM ...2-2 Creating ROMPaq Utilities using the RA4100 SAN Solution Support Software CD ...2-2 Creating ROMPaq Utilities using the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD...2-2 Materials Needed ...2-3 Creating Diskettes ...2-3 Running System ROMPaq ...2-4...
  • Page 4 Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter Installation Guide Installing the 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter continued Hardware Installation ... 2-5 Multi-Mode Fibre Channel Cables ... 2-5 Shortwave GBIC Modules ... 2-7 Optional Longwave GBIC Modules... 2-8 Installing the GBIC and Fibre Channel Cable... 2-8...
  • Page 5 Chapter 7 Installing Drivers for Linux Installing the Drivers...7-2 Materials Needed to Install Drivers using Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD...7-2 Creating the EFS Diskettes ...7-2 Installing Linux Fibre Channel Driver for Red Hat 6.2 ...7-3 Installing Linux Fibre Channel Driver for Red Hat 7.0 ...7-4...

  • Page 6: About This Guide

    This guide is designed to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation and as a reference for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades. Text Conventions This document uses the following conventions to distinguish elements of text: Keys USER INPUT FILENAMES Menu Options, Command Names, Dialog Box Names COMMANDS,...

  • Page 7: Symbols In Text

    Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter Installation Guide Symbols in Text The following symbols are found in the text of this guide to indicate different types of information. Symbols on Equipment The following symbols are placed on equipment to indicate the presence of...

  • Page 8: Important Safety Information

    This symbol on an RJ-45 receptacle indicates a Network Interface Connection. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug telephone or telecommunications connectors into this receptacle. This symbol indicates the presence of a hot surface or hot component. If this surface is contacted, the potential for injury exists.

  • Page 9: Rack Stability

    Compaq Technical Support In North America, call the Compaq Technical Phone Support Center at 1-800-OK-COMPAQ. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored. Outside North America, call the nearest Compaq Technical Support Phone Center.

  • Page 10: Compaq Website

    Compaq Website The Compaq website has information on this product as well as the latest drivers and Flash ROM images. You can access the Compaq website at www.compaq.com. Compaq Authorized Reseller For the name of your nearest Compaq authorized reseller: In the United States, call 1-800-345-1518.

  • Page 11: Introduction

    StorageWorks Fibre Channel Host Adapter. 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter The 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter is installed in a server with a PCI local bus and provides an interface between the PCI bus in the server and Fibre Channel-connected external storage systems.
  • Page 12 1-2 Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter The Host Adapter requires the installation of a GigaBit Interface Converter (GBIC) module before the Fibre Channel cable is connected. The GBIC converts electrical signals to optical signals, and vice versa, for transmission across the Fibre Channel media.

  • Page 13: Installing The 64-Bit/66-Mhz Fibre Channel Host Adapter

    Installing the 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre The installation of the Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter and its connection to Fibre Channel storage systems must be completed in a step-by-step process. See Table 2-1 for installation steps. 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter Installation Steps...

  • Page 14: Updating System Rom

    Utilities using the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD” to create diskettes that will run the ROMPaq utilities using the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD. NOTE: The System ROMPaq is used to update the system ROM in all Compaq servers that support Flash ROM.

  • Page 15: Materials Needed

    Creating Diskettes To create ROMPaq diskettes: 1. Start the server from the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD. 2. From the Compaq System Utilities screen, select Create Support Software. 3. From the Diskette Builder screen, scroll down the list and select one of...

  • Page 16: Running System Rompaq

    Running System ROMPaq System ROMPaq is used to update the firmware in Compaq servers. The new storage systems have enhanced drive array capabilities and many existing servers require updated firmware to take advantage of these capabilities. Since it is difficult to determine when the firmware was last updated, Compaq recommends running the latest System ROMPaq on your server before installing a new 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter.

  • Page 17: Installing The 64-Bit/66-Mhz Fibre Channel Host Adapter

    NOTE: You can select any available 32-bit or 64-bit PCI slot to install the Host Adapter. For best performance, a 64-bit slot should be used.
  • Page 18 Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter IMPORTANT: To ensure product integrity, Compaq recommends a 50/125 µm multi-mode optical fiber that complies with Bellcore GR409. The cable assembly should be terminated with SC Duplex Connectors (super polished ferrule) at each end. These connectors must be NNT-SC-, Bellcore 326-, and IEC-874-19 SC-compliant.

  • Page 19: Shortwave Gbic Modules

    Installing the 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter 2-7 Shortwave GBIC Modules Your StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter option kit contains two shortwave GBIC modules. A multi-mode Fibre Channel cable must be used with shortwave GBICs. Figure 2-2. GigaBit Interface Converter (GBIC) module...

  • Page 20: Optional Longwave Gbic Modules

    Installing the GBIC and Fibre Channel Cable To install the GBIC module and Fibre Channel cable: 1. Insert the GBIC module into the receptacle on the 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre 2. Insert one end of the Fibre Channel cable connector into the installed This completes the installation of the GBIC module and Fibre Channel cable in the 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter.

  • Page 21: Installing Drivers For Novell Netware

    NOTE: To install the drivers from the RA4100 SAN Solution Support Software CD, follow the instructions found inside the CD-ROM sleeve. NOTE: Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD with a higher revision number than the RA4100 SAN Solution Support Software may contain an updated version of RA4100 SAN Solution software.

  • Page 22: Installing The Drivers

    NetWare operating system in use. Novell Support Packs can be obtained at support.novell.com NOTE: Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD with a higher revision number than the RA4100 SAN Solution Support Software may contain an updated version of RA4100 SAN Solution software.

  • Page 23: Additional Information

    <CD-ROM drive letter>:\CPQSUPSW\NSSD 7. Press Enter to bypass the Welcome screen. 8. Select Compaq NWPA Storage Support from the menu by scrolling down to it, then press F5 to mark the selection. IMPORTANT: Install the SmartStart and Support Software CD as a package.

  • Page 24: Installing Drivers For Microsoft Windows Nt

    NOTE: To install the drivers from the RA4100 SAN Solution Support Software CD, follow the instructions found inside the CD-ROM sleeve. NOTE: Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD with a higher revision number than the RA4100 SAN Solution Support Software may contain an updated version of RA4100 SAN Solution software.
  • Page 25 4-2 Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter driver in an existing Windows NT 4.0 server with a 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter. Driver Installation from the RA4100 SAN Solution Support Software CD The latest drivers and support files for Windows NT are located on the RA4100 SAN Solution Support Software CD.
  • Page 26 Installing Drivers for Microsoft Windows NT 4-3 Figure 4-1. System Utilities window 4. Select option 2, Install Compaq Support Paq, and click the OK button. 5. The Compaq Remote Deployment Utility dialog box appears, as shown in Figure 4-2.
  • Page 27 Figure 4-2. Compaq Remote Deployment Utility 6. Click the Item menu and select Deselect All. 7. Click the checkbox next to Compaq StorageWorks Fibre Channel Host 8. Click the Install button at the top of the window. 9. When the file copy is complete, you will receive a message that the 10.

  • Page 28: Windows 2000

    NOTE: To install the drivers from the RA4100 SAN Solution Support Software CD, follow the instructions found inside the CD-ROM sleeve. NOTE: Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD with a higher revision number than the RA4100 SAN Solution Support Software may contain an updated version of RA4100 SAN Solution software.

  • Page 29: Driver Installation From The Ra4100 San Solution Support Software Cd

    2. Select I Agree box and click the OK button. 3. The pop-up System Utilities window appears with 2 options, as shown NOTE: Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD with a higher revision number than the RA4100 SAN Solution Support Software may contain an updated version of RA4100 SAN Solution software.

  • Page 30: Installing Drivers For Microsoft Windows 2000

    Installing Drivers for Microsoft Windows 2000 5-3 Figure 5-1. System Utilities window 4. Select option 2, Install Compaq Support Paq, and click the OK button. 5. The Compaq Remote Deployment Utility dialog box appears, as shown in the figure below.

  • Page 31: Updating The 64-Bit/66-Mhz Fibre Channel Host Adapter Driver Using Compaq Smartstart And Support Software Cd

    Adapter Driver using Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD 1. Insert the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD. If you have 2. Select I Agree box and click the OK button. 3. The pop-up System Utilities window appears with 2 options, as shown Adapter Drivers.
  • Page 32 Installing Drivers for Microsoft Windows 2000 5-5 Figure 5-3. System Utilities window 4. Select option 2, Install Compaq Support Paq, and click the OK button. 5. The Compaq Remote Deployment Utility dialog box appears, as shown in Figure 5-4.
  • Page 33 5-6 Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter Installation Guide Figure 5-4. Compaq Remote Deployment Utility 6. Click the Item menu and select Deselect All. 7. Click the checkmark next to Compaq StorageWorks Fibre Channel Host 8. Click the checkmark box at the bottom left of the window to select 9.

  • Page 34: Installing Drivers For Sco Openserver

    This chapter outlines the driver installation steps for the SCO OpenServer 5.0 operating system for the 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter. If you are setting up a new system, download the drivers from the Compaq website at www.compaq.com. Before installing the drivers, you must: Update your system firmware by running System ROMPaq (see Chapter 2).

  • Page 35: Installing The Drivers

    To create the EFS diskettes: 1. Start the server from the SmartStart and Support Software CD. NOTE: If you use the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD to install the operating system, all software, including device drivers, will be automatically installed and configured for the 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter.

  • Page 36: Accessing Installation Information

    2. Use a text editor or other utility to read or print the README.EFS file from the diskette. Follow the instructions in this file to install the 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter driver in a server running SCO OpenServer 5.0.

  • Page 37: Installing Drivers For Linux

    Installing Drivers for Linux This chapter outlines the driver installation steps for the Linux operating system for the 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter. If you are setting up a new system, download the drivers from the Compaq website at www.compaq.com/linux.

  • Page 38: Smartstart And Support Software Cd

    To create the EFS diskettes: 1. Start the server from the SmartStart and Support Software CD. NOTE: If you use the latest version of the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD to install the operating system, all software, including device drivers, will be automatically installed and configured for the 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter.

  • Page 39: Installing Linux Fibre Channel Driver For Red Hat 6.2

    5. Follow the instructions on the screen to create and label the diskettes. Installing Linux Fibre Channel Driver for Red Hat 6.2 NOTE: The FC-AL driver (cpqfc.o) will install on all servers using the Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter. To install the fibre channel driver, follow the instructions below: 1.
  • Page 40 7-4 Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter Installation Guide Installing Linux Fibre Channel Driver for Red Hat 7.0 To install the fibre channel driver, follow the instructions below: 1. Type the following instructions into the command screen: Depending on your configuration, driver may require up to thirty seconds to initialize.

  • Page 41: Installing Drivers For Sco Unixware

    Compaq website at www.compaq.com. The drivers are also located on the latest version of the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD. To access these files, you will need to create a set of Compaq UnixWare Extended Feature Supplement (EFS) diskettes from the SmartStart and Support Software CD.

  • Page 42: Materials Needed To Install Drivers Using Compaq Smartstart And Support

    64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter. SmartStart and Support Software CD Five blank diskettes A server or workstation with a bootable CD-ROM drive running Windows NOTE: You can use the system in which you are installing the 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter. Software. Diskettes.

  • Page 43: Booting To Single-User Mode

    8. At the root prompt, type the following: # pkgadd –d diskette1 9. At the prompt, insert one of the Compaq EFS diskettes for UnixWare into the diskette drive. The order of diskette insertion is not important. 10. Scroll through the list and select PTFCASA to install.

  • Page 44: Rebuilding The Kernel

    8-4 Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter Installation Guide Rebuilding the Kernel After you install the driver, you must rebuild the UnixWare kernel. To rebuild the kernel: 1. Type the following command: 2. Wait for the kernel to successfully rebuild.

  • Page 45: 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.

  • Page 46: Class A Equipment

    A-2 Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter Installation Guide Class A Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 47: Modifications

    Modifications The Federal Communications Commission (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 your authority to operate the equipment. 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 48: Class B Equipment

    A-4 Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter Installation Guide Class B Equipment 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 matériel brouilleur du Canada.

  • Page 49: Japanese Notice

    Regulatory Compliance Notices A-5 Japanese Notice Taiwanese Notice...

  • Page 50: Electrostatic Discharge

    To prevent damage to the system, be aware of the precautions you must follow when setting up the system or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards or other static-sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the device.

  • Page 51: Grounding Methods

    B-2 Compaq StorageWorks 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter Installation Guide Grounding Methods There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the following methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts: If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have an Authorized Compaq Reseller install the part.
  • Page 52 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter defined 1-1 accessing information SCO OpenServer 5.0 6-3 UnixWare 8-3 additional information NetWare 3-3 building the kernel UnixWare 8-4 cables See fibre channel cables Compaq authorized reseller xi Compaq Remote Deployment Utility window 4-4, 5-3, 5-6...
  • Page 53 2-8 multi-mode 2-5 single-mode 2-8 suppliers 2-8 Fibre Channel Host Adapter defined 1-1 figures 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Host Adapter 1-2 fibre channel cable with connectors 2-6 Giga Bit Interface Converter (GBIC) module 2-7 Flash ROM See ROMPaq GBIC modules...
  • Page 54 Linux Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD 7-2 creating EFS diskettes 7-2 installing drivers 7-2 materials needed 7-2 prerequisites 7-1 longwave GBIC modules 2-8 materials needed Linux drivers 7-2 SCO OpenServer 5.0 drivers 6-2 UnixWare drivers 8-2...
  • Page 55 RJ-45 receptacle ix website fibre channel cable suppliers 2-6 Windows 2000 installing drivers 5-1 prerequisites 5-1 Windows NT installing drivers 4-1 prerequisites 4-1 www.compaq.com x, xi...

This manual is also suitable for:

Storageworks 120186-b21

Table of Contents

Save PDF