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AX100-Series - Installing a Fibre Channel Storage System with a Direct Connection to a NetWare Server
Installing HBAs in the Server
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A method for writing data to a virtual disk on the storage system
to test the path from a new HBA to the storage system. You can
download an I/O simulator (
Iometer
) from the following
.
Installing HBAs in the Server
For the server to communicate with the storage system through the
Fibre Channel ports, the server must have one or more supported
Fibre Channel host bus adapters (HBAs). If the HBAs are already
installed, go to
Installing or Updating the HBA Driver
Read
this section for all other configurations.
Before You Start
To complete this procedure, you need one or more supported QLogic
Fibre Channel HBAs with the latest supported BIOS and driver. For
information on supported HBAs, BIOS, and drivers, refer to
Supported Configurations
in the
"
Technical descriptions" section on the
AX100 support website. Never mix Fibre Channel HBAs from
different vendors in the same server.
Install HBAs
CAUTION
!
HBAs are very susceptible to damage caused by static discharge
and need to be handled accordingly.
Before handling HBAs,
observe the following precautions:
•
Store HBAs in anti-static bags.
•
Use a ground (ESD) strap whenever you handle HBAs.
•
Never plug or unplug HBAs with the power on. Severe
component damage can result.
1. If the server is running, shut it down as follows:
a. Shut down the server’s operating system.
b. Power down the server.
c. Unplug the server power cord from the power outlet.
