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Chapter 3. Controller software
For the adapter to be identified and configured by IBM i, the requisite software support must be
installed. The requisite software for the adapter is often preinstalled during IBM i installation.
It might be necessary to perform operations related to the installation, verification, and maintenance of
the IBM i software support for the adapter.
Software for the adapter is packaged in Program Temporary Fix (PTF) format and distributed as part of
the base IBM i installation media, cumulative package media, and through the Web-based Fix Delivery
Center for IBM i. This information is an overview of the IBM i software support that is required for the
adapter. For complete information related to the installation and maintenance of IBM i, see the IBM
System i
®
and IBM i Information Center Web site.
The adapter runs onboard microcode. Although a version of adapter microcode might be distributed
along with the IBM i, this does not necessarily represent the most recent version of microcode that is
available for the adapter. Newer PTFs might be available for the most current level of adapter microcode.
Contact your technical support to verify the latest PTFs available for your specific adapters.
For the latest PTF group, HIPER (High Impact PERvasive) PTF, and cumulative PTF packages for your
release, see Fix Central.
For the latest fixes and updates, go to the Support & downloads Web site, and search by entering your
system type and controller type.
Verifying the controller software
Verify the minimum software support that is required for your specific controller.
Support for the controller is contained in the Licensed Internal Code of IBM i.
Each controller requires a supported release of IBM i. Verify other possible code prerequisites that are
described in the following table and at IBM Prerequisite.
Attention: Ensure that the adapters have the latest adapter microcode PTFs as part of the initial
installation.
Table 4. CCIN and version and release data
CCIN (Custom card identification number) Minimum required IBM i version and release
572A IBM i V5R4M5 or later
1
572C IBM i V5R4M5 or later
572F and 575C IBM i V5R4M5 or later
1
574E IBM i 6.1.1 or later
1
57B3 IBM i 6.1 or later
1
57B7 IBM i V5R4M5 or later
57B8 IBM i V5R4M5 or later
1.
Refer to the PCI adapter information by feature type for the minimum IBM i level requirements.
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