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Installing the HBA
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Before you begin installation
The HBA is self-configuring. However, some motherboards require manual configuration. See the
documentation supplied with your computer, or contact your computer dealer to determine if your
motherboard requires configuration.
Some motherboards have two kinds of PCI bus slots: master and slave. The Q2300 HBA must be in
a PCI bus master slot. (Some motherboards have PCI bus master slots that are shared with onboard
devices. The Q2300 HBA does not work in shared slots.)
PCI connectors vary among system adapter manufacturers. The Q2300 HBA is a 64-bit PCI device
that can function in a 32-bit PCI slot; the slot conforms to the PCI specification. The rear edge of the
PCI slot is notched.
CAUTION:
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f you try to install the adapter in a PCI slot that does not conform to the PCI
specification, you may damage the device.
PCI and PCI-X slots look the same. If the server contains both PCI and PCI-X slots, refer to the server
manufacturer’s instructions to determine the slot type.
The Q2300 HBA is designed and tested to operate at PCI bus speeds of up to 133 MHz.
Installing the HBA
To install the HBA:
1.
Check the motherboard and make any necessary configuration changes to accommodate the
HBA.
2.
Power down the peripherals, then turn off the computer.
3.
Remove the computer cover and save the screws.
4.
Choose any PCI bus slot that supports bus mastering.
5.
Most motherboards automatically assign an IRQ level and interrupt line; if your motherboard
does not, you must assign the IRQ level and use
interrupt line A
for the selected slot.
6.
Remove the slot cover for the slot in which you will install the HBA.
7.
Place the HBA in the slot. Carefully press the board into the slot until it seats firmly.
8.
Secure the HBA to the chassis following the server manufacturer’s instructions.
9.
Connect the appropriate cable from the devices to the corresponding LC-connector.
10.
Carefully reinstall the computer cover. Insert and tighten the computer cover screws.
11.
Power up all external FC devices, then power up the server and observe the monitor to ensure
proper operation.
Summary of Contents for StorageWorks Q2300
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