Installation Manual

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HP-UX operating system

The HP Integrity NC552SFP 2P 10GbE adapter is supported through the HP-UX 11i v3 operating

system.

Prerequisites

Before installing the adapter, follow these steps:

1. The adapter card is supported through the HP Integrity rx2800 i2 and Superdome2 server

platforms. Verify compliance with supported configurations using the HP Ethernet System-Driver

Support Matrix at the following website:

http://www.hp.com/go/hpux-iocards-docs

2. Ensure that your system meets the following minimum software and firmware requirements:

• HP Integrity rx2800 i2 — Recipe S26.21, HP-UX B.11.31.1109 or later

• HP Superdome2 — Minimum Firmware Bundle Required 2.51.102, HP-UX B.11.31.1109

or later

Information for HP Integrity servers is available at the following website:

http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/prodserv/servers.html

IMPORTANT: This document contains minimum firmware requirements; HP strongly advises

that you check for the latest versions of firmware that are available for your systems.

1. Go to http://www.hp.com.

2. Locate and click the Support & Drivers link on the main page.

3. Click the button next to Download drivers and software (and firmware).

4. Enter your product name (for example, Superdome 2) or number and click >>.

5. After selecting the correct product, choose the OS or Cross operating system (BIOS,

Firmware, Diagnostics, etc.)

6. Refer to the Release Notes or Installation Instructions to verify the firmware version.

3. Confirm that the server model and operating system are supported with the AT118A adapter.

Also, determine the required versions for the system firmware, adapter firmware, and UEFI

driver.

For more information, see the HP-UX Ethernet Card Support Matrix at:

www.hp.com/go/integrity-iocards-docs

Support Matrix documents are listed alphabetically in the “General reference” section.

4. Check the following conditions:

• Verify that the /usr/bin, /usr/sbin, and /sbin directories are in the

PATH

by entering the following command:

echo $PATH

• Verify you have the Ethernet driver software (included with the OS or application CD or

downloaded).

• Ensure that cable connections follow these procedures: “Connecting other devices”

(page 7)

• Cable map (optional)

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