AB286-90004 HP Fabric Clustering System PCI-X 2-port 4X Fabric (HPC/DB) Adapter Installation Guide, February 2007

• Confirm that the /usr/bin, /usr/sbin, /sbin, and /opt/rdma/bin directories are in
your PATH by logging in as root and using the echo $PATH command.
• Confirm that the HP-UX operating system is the correct version, for example, HP-UX 11i
v3 or HP-UX 11i v2. Use the uname -a command to determine the HP-UX version of your
system. For more information about the required operating system versions, see HP PCI-X
2-port 4X Fabric Adapter Release Notes.
Information Available on the Host Channel Adapter If you are collecting information from the
adapter before installation for inventory purposes, there is a GUID number on the card. This
number can also be obtained through the HP-UX Fabric Clustering System utilities, but if recording
information for inventory, include the GUID number as well, as it is unique for each adapter.
The GUID will have a format such as: 00:16:35:FF:FF:BF:09:01 .
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CAUTION: Adapters contain electronic components that can easily be damaged by small
amounts of electricity. To avoid damage, follow these guidelines:
• Store adapters in their anti-static plastic bags until installation.
• Work in a static-free area, if possible.
• Handle adapters by the edges only. Do not touch electronic components or electrical traces.
• Use the disposable grounding wrist strap provided with each adapter. Follow the instructions
included with the grounding strap.
• Use a suitable ground—any exposed metal surface on the computer chassis.
Installing the AB286C Host Channel Adapter
The adapter comes pre-configured. You do not have to set any jumpers or connectors.
The firmware for the HCA is compiled into the driver and the driver will download the current
version onto the HCA if an older version is on the card.
1. Access the system card bay
• If the system is running, shut it down by executing: shutdown -h. Respond “y” to the
continue to shutdown prompt.
• Wait for the system to shut down completely, and then power off the system by pressing
the system off button. Ensure that the system is grounded.
• Open the system to gain access to the PCI backplane.
• Insert the card into the highest performance PCI-X slot available.
2. Install the card
• Slide the adapter edge-connector into the PCI-X slot until it is fully seated.
• Secure the card and reassemble the system.
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