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Adaptec RAID Installation Guide
NVRAM reset
Adaptec RAID controllers retain their setup parameters even
when powered O
controller in an area of nonvolatile memory (NVRAM). There is a
possibility that, through improper configuration, the controller
can be put into a state where it hangs the system during boot. If
this happens, the parameters stored in the NVRAM can be
restored to their default settings by following these steps:
1
Power O
FF
2
Install a jumper on the NVRAM reset jumper connector.
Refer to
Appendix A
connector.
3
Power
ON
on the controller begin flashing.
4
Power
OFF
5
Restart the system. If the system restarts normally, the
controller can now be configured using SMOR or Storage
Manager.
If the system fails to boot, refer to
information.
Flash Mode 0
The Adaptec controller firmware, BIOS, and SMOR are all
upgradable. There is a possibility that an unsuccessful upgrade
could render the controller inoperable. If this happens, you need
to reset the controller firmware, BIOS, and SMOR. First, create a
SMOR boot disk as follows:
1
If your system hangs with the Adaptec controller installed,
remove the controller from your system. Otherwise, leave
the controller installed and proceed to the next step.
2
Insert the Adaptec RAID Installation CD into your drive
and reboot your system.
3
Follow instructions and respond to prompts as necessary to
get to the Adaptec splash screen.
D-2
. These parameters are stored on the
FF
the system.
for the location of the jumper
the system and wait until the LEDs 3, 5, 7, and 8
the system and remove the jumper.
Appendix C
for additional
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