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IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Installation And User Manual

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  • Page 1 IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter Installation and User’s Guide GC26-7736-00...
  • Page 3 IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter Installation and User’s Guide GC26-7736-00...
  • Page 4 Appendix B, “Warranty information,” on page 31 and Appendix C, “Notices,” on page 43. First Edition (January 2005) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2002. All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    How to send your comments ....xxvi Chapter 1. Preparing and installing the IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter ..... . . 1 Overview .
  • Page 6 Using IBM FastT-MSJ utility ....16 Overview of the IBM FAStT MSJ utility ....16 Installation and System Requirements .
  • Page 7 Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement ..46 Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada ..46 Australia and New Zealand Class A statement ... 46 United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement .
  • Page 8 IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 9: Tables

    10. Adapter specifications ......25 11. DS4000 Storage Manager alternate keyboard operations ....29 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...
  • Page 10 IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 11: Safety

    Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen. Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza. Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...
  • Page 12 2. First, remove power cords from outlet. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4. Remove all cables from devices. 5. Turn device ON. IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 13 Statement 3: CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device.
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  • Page 15: About This Document

    FAStT product renaming IBM is in the process of renaming some FAStT family products. Table 1 identifies each new DS4000 product name with its corresponding FAStT product name. Note that this change of product name only indicates no change in functionality or warranty.

  • Page 16: Product Updates

    DS4000 product series firmware at the time of the initial installation and when product updates become available. ® To be notified of important product updates, you must first register at the IBM Support and Download Web site: www.ibm.com/support/us/ Go to the Personalized Support section of the web page and click My support.

  • Page 17: Ds4000 Storage Server Publications

    Each table lists documents that are included in the libraries and what common tasks they address. You can access the documents listed in these tables at one of the following Web sites: www.ibm.com/servers/storage/support/disk/ www.ibm.com/shop/publications/order/ DS4500 storage server library Table 2 on page xvi associates each document in the DS4500 (previously FAStT900) storage server library with its related common user tasks.

  • Page 18: Totalstorage Ds4500 Fibre Channel Storage Server Document Titles By User Tasks

    DS4500 Installation and Support Guide, GC26-7727 IBM TotalStorage DS4500 Fibre Channel Cabling Instructions, GC26-7729 IBM TotalStorage DS4500 Storage Server User’s Guide, GC26-7726 IBM TotalStorage DS4500 Rack Mounting Instructions, GC26-7728 IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 19: Ds4400 Storage Server Library

    User Tasks Planning Hardware Software Configuration Operation and Diagnosis and Installation Installation Administration Maintenance IBM DS4400 Fibre Channel Storage Server User’s Guide, GC26-7730 IBM DS4400 Fibre Channel Storage Server Installation and Support Guide, GC26-7731 IBM DS4400 Fibre Channel Cabling Instructions,...

  • Page 20: Ds4300 Storage Server Library

    Channel Cabling Instructions, GC26-7725 IBM TotalStorage DS4300 SCU Base Upgrade Kit, GC26-7740 IBM TotalStorage DS4300 SCU Turbo Upgrade Kit, GC26-7741 IBM TotalStorage DS4300 Turbo Models 6LU/6LX Upgrade Kit, GC26-7723 xviii IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 21: Ds4100 Storage Server Library

    Table 5. TotalStorage DS4100 SATA Storage Server document titles by user tasks Title User Tasks Planning Hardware Software Configuration Operation and Diagnosis and Installation Installation Administration Maintenance IBM TotalStorage DS4100 Installation, User’s and Maintenance Guide, GC26-7733 IBM TotalStorage DS4100 Cabling Guide, 24P8973 About this document...

  • Page 22: Ds4000 Storage Manager Version 9 Publications

    AIX, UNIX, Solaris and Linux on POWER, GC26-7705 IBM TotalStorage DS4000 Storage Manager Version 9 Copy Services User’s Guide, GC26-7707 IBM TotalStorage DS4000 Storage Manager Version 9 Concepts Guide, GC26-7734 IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 23: Other Ds4000 And Ds4000-Related Documents

    DS4000 Quick Start Guide, GC26-7738 IBM TotalStorage DS4000 Hardware Maintenance Manual,GC26-7702 IBM TotalStorage DS4000 Problem Determination Guide, GC26-7703 IBM Fibre Channel Planning and Integration: User’s Guide and Service Information, SC23-4329 IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter Installation and User’s Guide,...

  • Page 24: How This Book Is Organized

    How this book is organized Chapter 1, “Preparing and installing the IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter,” on page 1 describes the IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter. This chapter includes an overview of the IBM TotalStorage DS4000...
  • Page 25 Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting,” on page 27 covers the types of installation problems that can cause the IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter to function incorrectly. Appendix A, “Accessibility,” on page 29 provides information about alternate keyboard navigation, which is a DS4000 Storage Manager accessibility feature.

  • Page 26: Notices Used In This Document

    If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from IBM to assist you. This section contains information about where to go for additional...

  • Page 27: Using The Documentation

    For information about which products are supported by Support Line in your country or region, go to the following Web site: www.ibm.com/services/sl/products For more information about the IBM Support Line and other IBM services, go to the following Web sites: About this document...

  • Page 28: Hardware Service And Support

    9000 South Rita Road Tucson, Arizona 85744-0001 U.S.A. When you send information to IBM, you grant IBM a nonexclusive right to use or distribute the information in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you. xxvi IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 29: Chapter 1. Preparing And Installing The Ibm Totalstorage Ds4000 Fc2-133 Host Bus Adapter

    (DMA), bus master, Fibre Channel host adapter designed for high-end systems. The function and performance are derived from the ISP2312 chip (see Figure 3 on page 4), making this IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter a leading-edge host adapter.

  • Page 30: Ds4000 Fc2-133 Adapter Features

    If the nonvolatile random access memory (NVRAM) (also referred to as NOVRAM) is damaged, the system prompts you for the FC2-133 Adapter serial number. Figure 2 on page 3 shows the serial number label location. IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 31: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    Do not place the device on your system unit cover or on a metal table. v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather because heating reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity. Chapter 1. Preparing and installing the IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter...

  • Page 32: What You Need For The Installation

    ISP2312 Amber LED Optical interface connector Figure 3. DS4000 FC2-133 Adapter components 1. This option does not come with the FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter. It must be ordered separately. IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 33: Ds4000 Fc2-133 Adapter Activity

    The jumpers on the HBA set the default state of the laser and are set at the factory with a jumper plug on pins 2-3 of the J3 jumpers. Attention: Changing the jumper settings can result in the HBA being inoperable. Chapter 1. Preparing and installing the IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter...

  • Page 34: Installing The Ds4000 Fc2-133 Adapter

    6. Choose a PCI bus-master slot that supports bus mastering. Most system boards automatically assign an IRQ level and interrupt line. If your system board does not automatically assign an IRQ level and interrupt line, you must IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 35 19 for detailed utility program information. If the information displayed is not correct and you have checked the adapter configuration, go to Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting,” on page 27 for problem solving information. Chapter 1. Preparing and installing the IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter...
  • Page 36 If the information displayed is correct, go to Chapter 2, “Updating the DS4000 FC2-133 Adapter BIOS code and installing device drivers,” on page 9 for detailed instructions on how to update the FC2-133 Adapter BIOS code. IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 37: Chapter 2. Updating The Ds4000 Fc2-133 Adapter Bios Code And Installing Device Drivers

    Complete the following steps to update your DS4000 FC2-133 Adapter BIOS code and NVRAM: 1. Insert the IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter Support CD into the CD-ROM drive. Restart the server. Your server starts to a DOS prompt.

  • Page 38: Command-Line Options

    To save the existing flash code to file QL2312RM.SAV, type: flasutil /W F600 Press Enter. v To write NVRAM to the adapter at I/O address f400, type: flasutil /L f400 Press Enter. IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 39: Using The Flasutil Bios Update Utility Menu (From The Support Cd)

    Complete the following steps to update the DS4000 FC2-133 Adapter BIOS code using the flasutil BIOS Update Utility menu: 1. Insert the IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter Support CD into the CD-ROM drive. Restart the server. Your server starts to a DOS prompt.

  • Page 40: Updating The Ds4000 Fc2-133 Adapter Bios Code From The Bios Update Utility Diskette

    For Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, 2000 or Server 2003 Complete the following steps to create a BIOS Update Utility diskette for Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, 2000 or Server 2003 from the IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter Support CD: 1.

  • Page 41: Using The Flasutil Command Prompt (From The Diskette)

    /mnt 8. Remove the IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter Support CD from the CD-ROM drive. 9. Remove the diskette from the diskette drive and label the diskette appropriately. 10. To update the DS4000 FC2-133 Adapter BIOS code and NVRAM using the BIOS Update Utility from the diskette, choose one of the following methods: v flasutil command prompt.
  • Page 42 To save NVRAM to file QL1xNVRM.SAV, type: flasutil /D Press Enter. v To update BIOS NVRAM defaults, type: flasutil /U Press Enter. v To verify NVRAM in all adapters, type: flasutil /X Press Enter. IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 43: Using The Flasutil Bios Update Utility Menu (From The Diskette)

    Using the flasutil BIOS Update Utility menu (from the diskette) Complete the following steps to update your DS4000 FC2-133 Adapter BIOS code and NVRAM using the flasutil BIOS Update Utility: 1. Insert the BIOS Update Utility diskette into the diskette drive and restart the server.

  • Page 44: Installing The Ds4000 Fc2-133 Adapter Device Drivers

    This section provides an overview of the IBM FastT-MSJ (Management Suite Java) utility that can be used by advanced users to customize the configuration of the IBM FC2-133 HBA when it is installed in a server. For more detailed information, see the IBM DS4000 Management Suite Java User’s Guide version 1.0 or later that is...

  • Page 45: Installation And System Requirements

    Installation and System Requirements Make sure that you are using the latest version of the DS4000 FastT-MSJ for the IBM DS4000 Host Bus Adapters. For the latest information about the FastT-MSJ utility, go to the IBM DS4000 Support Web site: www.ibm.com/servers/storage/support/disk/...

  • Page 46: Update Flash

    If the firmware update fails, an error message displays. Note: Updating NVRAM firmware resets the configuration to default settings. After updating NVRAM firmware, all custom configuration settings will need to be entered again. IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 47: Chapter 3. Configuring The Ds4000 Fc2-133 With Fast!Util

    Important: If the configuration settings are incorrect, the DS4000 FC2-133 will not function properly. Do not modify the default configuration settings unless you are instructed to do so by an IBM technical support representative or by the installation instructions. The default settings are for a typical Microsoft Windows installation.

  • Page 48: Host Bus Adapter Settings

    ID specified in this setting. The default ID is 125. You should set this ID to a unique value from 0-125 if there is more than one adapter connected to a FC-AL loop and the Adapter Hard Loop ID setting is Enabled. IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 49: Advanced Adapter Settings

    Spin up delay When this bit is set, the BIOS will wait up to 5 minutes to find the first drive. The default setting is Disabled. Connection Options This setting defines the type of connection (loop or point to point) or connection preference.

  • Page 50: Selectable Boot Settings

    (option U or command line /U switch). If the BIOS Update Utility program has not been used to update the default NOVRAM settings since the adapter was installed, the factory settings are loaded. IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 51: Raw Novram Data

    Note: After selecting Restore default settings, check the NVRAM settings (for example the host bus adapter and advanced adapter settings) against the values that are recommended in this document and in the device driver READMEs for the appropriate operating system. Raw NOVRAM data You can use the Raw NOVRAM Data option to display the adapter NVRAM contents in hexadecimal format.
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  • Page 53: Chapter 4. Adapter Operating Environment And Specifications

    RAM 256 KB of SRAM supporting parity protection BIOS ROM BIOS ROM 128 KB of flash ROM in two 64 KB, software selectable banks. The flash is field programmable. NVRAM NVRAM 256 bytes, field programmable © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...
  • Page 54 1 Gbps and 300 meters when operating at 2 Gbps. Form factor 6.47 cm x 16.75 cm (2.54 in. x 6.6 in.) Operating power Less than 15 watts IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 55: Chapter 5. Troubleshooting

    If you are having problems, use the following information to help you determine the cause of the problem and the action to take. Note: Additional troubleshooting and debugging procedures are available in the IBM TotalStorage DS4000 Hardware Maintenance Manual and IBM TotalStorage DS4000 Problem Determination Guide at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support.

  • Page 56: Fibre Channel Problems

    Fibre-channel data rate properly, make sure that data rate setting on the FC2-133 HBA matches the target device. For example, if the target device is operating at 2 Gbps, set the FC2-133 HBA data rate to 2 Gbps. IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 57: Appendix A. Accessibility

    For other interface components, use the Alt + underlined letter combination. Ctrl+F1 Display or conceal a tool tip when keyboard focus is on the toolbar. Spacebar Select an item or activate a hyperlink. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...
  • Page 58 Move keyboard focus down one item in the list. Left arrow Move keyboard focus to the left. Right arrow Move keyboard focus to the right. Up arrow Move keyboard focus up one item in the list. IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 59: Appendix B. Warranty Information

    Prior to on-site warranty service, you are required to go through problem determination with an IBM service specialist call center technician. A warranty period of 3 years on parts and 1 year on labor means that IBM will provide warranty service without charge for: 1.

  • Page 60: Warranty Service And Support

    IBM hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by IBM hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service, either on-site or at an IBM service center as determined by IBM.

  • Page 61: Purchasing Additional Services

    International Warranty Service (IWS) is available during the warranty period. Eligible IBM systems are identified by their four-digit machine types. You can obtain IWS through the service delivery method (such as depot, carry-in, or on-site) provided in the servicing country or region. Service methods and procedures vary by country or region, and some service or parts might not be available in all countries and regions.

  • Page 62: Ibm Statement Of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000

    Country-unique Terms. The terms of Part 2 replace or modify those of Part 1. The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale, from IBM or your reseller. The term “Machine” means an IBM machine, its features, conversions, upgrades, elements, or accessories, or any combination of them.
  • Page 63 IBM or your reseller of changes in a Machine’s location. IBM is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine while it is 1) in IBM’s possession or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for the transportation charges.

  • Page 64: Part 2 - Country-Unique Terms

    “Machine” includes Machine Code and Licensed Internal Code. This limit also applies to IBM’s suppliers and your reseller. It is the maximum for which IBM, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS IBM LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: 1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES (OTHER THAN THOSE UNDER THE FIRST ITEM LISTED ABOVE);...
  • Page 65 Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation and are only limited to the extent permitted by the applicable legislation. Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this Section: Where IBM is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation, IBM’s liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods...
  • Page 66 2. as to any other actual damage arising in any situation involving nonperformance by IBM pursuant to, or in any way related to the subject of this Statement of Limited Warranty, IBM’s liability will be limited to the charge paid by you for the individual Machine that is the subject of the claim.
  • Page 67 Machine in any of those countries from either (1) an IBM reseller approved to perform warranty service or (2) from IBM. If you purchase an IBM Machine in a Middle Eastern or African country, you may obtain warranty service for that Machine from the IBM entity within the country of...
  • Page 68 IBM with fraud or gross negligence and for express warranty. The following sentence is added to the end of item 2: IBM’s liability under this item is limited to the violation of essential contractual terms in cases of ordinary negligence.
  • Page 69 Services Act 1982. Applicability of suppliers and resellers (unchanged). The following is added to the end of this Section: IBM’s entire liability and your sole remedy, whether in contract or in tort, in respect of any default shall be limited to damages.
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  • Page 71: Appendix C. Notices

    Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this IBM product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. IBM may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.

  • Page 72: Trademarks

    IBM makes no representations or warranties with respect to non-IBM products. Support (if any) for the non-IBM products is provided by the third party, not IBM. IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 73: Electronic Emission Notices

    Consult an IBM authorized dealer or service representative for help. Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Proper cables and connectors are available from IBM authorized dealers. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.

  • Page 74: Japanese Electromagnetic Interference (Emi) Statement

    Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.

  • Page 75: European Union Emc Directive Conformance Statement

    IBM cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a nonrecommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM option cards. This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A Information Technology Equipment according to CISPR 22/European Standard EN 55022.
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  • Page 77: Index

    DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter installing features 2 adapter device drivers 16 installation 6 DS4000 FC2-133 Adapter 4 DS4000 Storage Manager related documents xxi DS4000 Storage Manager 9 user tasks xx LC-LC Fibre Channel cable 4 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2002...
  • Page 78 25 start server xiv storage expansion enclosure installation guide xiv storage server installation guide xiv trademarks 44 troubleshooting Fibre Channel 28 hardware 27 installation problems 27 system configuration 27 IBM TotalStorage DS4000 FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter: Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 80 Printed in USA GC26-7736-00...

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