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The adapter is supported on the following versions of the operating systems, depending on the system
you are using:
v
AIX
– AIX 7.1, Technology Level 3, Service Pack 2, or later
– AIX 7.1, Technology Level 2, Service Pack 2, or later
– AIX 7.1, Technology Level 1, Service Pack 3, or later
– AIX 6.1, Technology Level 9, Service Pack 2, or later
– AIX 6.1, Technology Level 8, Service Pack 3, or later
– AIX 6.1, Technology Level 7, Service Pack 2, or later
v Linux
– Red Hat Enterprise Linux Version 6.5, or later, with current maintenance updates available from Red
Hat.
– SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11, Service Pack 3, or later, with current maintenance updates
available from SUSE.
– For support details, see the Linux Alert website (www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/sas/f/
lopdiags/info/LinuxAlerts.html).
v IBM i
– IBM i is supported only with VIOS
This adapter requires the following drivers:
v AIX: devices.pciex.e4148e1614109204
v Linux: bnx2x driver
v The latest version of the device driver or iprutils can be downloaded from the IBM Service and
Productivity Tools website(http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/sas/f/lopdiags/
home.html).
PCIe2 16 Gb 2-port Fibre Channel Adapter (FC EL5B; CCIN 577F)
Learn about the specifications and operating system requirements for the feature code (FC) EL5B adapter.
Overview
The PCIe2 16 Gb 2-port Fibre Channel Adapter is an x8, generation 2, PCIe adapter. This adapter is a
high-performance 8x short form adapter also referred to as a PCIe Host Bus Adapter (HBA). The adapter
provides two ports of 16 Gb Fibre Channel capability using SR optics. Each port can provide up to 16 Gb
Fibre Channel functions simultaneously.
Each port provides single initiator capability over a fibre link or with NPIV, multiple initiator capability is
provided. The ports are SFP+ and include an optical SR transceiver. The ports have little connector-type
(LC) and utilize shortwave laser optics. The adapter operates at link speeds of 4, 8 and 16 Gbps and will
automatically negotiate to the highest speed possible. LEDs on each port provide information on the
status and link speed of the port.
N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) capability is supported through VIOS.
The adapter has the following features:
v This adapter has parts and construction compliant with the European Union Directive of Restriction of
Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
v
The adapter is compliant with the PCIe base and Card Electromechanical (CEM) 2.0 specifications with
the following characteristics:
– Provides an x8 lane link interface at 14.025 Gbps, 8.5 Gbps, or 4.25 Gbps (automatic negotiation with
system)
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Installing the System and Ordered Parts for the 8335-GCA or 8335-GTA