AH303A PCIe SC44Ge SAS Host Bus Adapter for Integrity Servers Installation Guide HP-UX 11i v2 and 11i v3; OpenVMS V8.
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Table of Contents Preface: About This Document .........................................................................................9 Intended Audience.................................................................................................................................9 New and Changed Documentation in This Edition...............................................................................9 Publishing History..................................................................................
List of Tables 1 1-1 1-2 1-3 2-1 Publishing History Details..............................................................................................................9 Minimum Required CommonIO and SerialSCSI-00 Versions for AH303A Host Bus Adapters........................................................................................................................................12 Cable kit part numbers..................................................................................................
List of Examples 2-1 2-2 Using SAS$UTIL to Confirm the AH303A SAS Ports...................................................................21 Using SAS$UTIL to Confirm SAS Devices....................................................................................
Preface: About This Document This document describes how to install the AH303A Host Bus Adapter on HP-UX 11i v2, 11i v3, and OpenVMS platforms. The latest version of this document is online at: http://docs.hp.com/en/netcom.html Intended Audience This document is for system and network administrators responsible for installing, configuring, and managing data storage systems. Administrators are expected to have knowledge of HP-UX or OpenVMS operating system concepts, commands, and configuration.
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1 HP-UX Installation This chapter provides procedures to install the AH303A Host Bus Adapter.
http://docs.hp.com/en/netcom.html 2. Confirm that you have the correct operating system drivers available. The AH303A adapter is supported by the CommonIO and SerialSCSI-00 bundles, available on Application Release CDs or the HP Software Depot website.
12. In the Documents column next to the Download Software column, click Download/Installation Instructions to view instructions for using the swinstall tool to install the drivers, utilities, and manpages. Installing Software The drivers, utilities, and manpages for SAS controllers are contained in the CommonIO and SerialSCSI-00 bundles located in the downloaded depots. See “Downloading Software” (page 12).
5. 6. 7. Insert the adapter into the slot, and press it firmly into place, making sure that the contacts on the adapter edge are fully seated in the system board connector. Depending on the server model, secure the adapter by replacing the retaining screw or by closing the slot latch. Replace and secure the server access panel. Completing the Adapter Installation To complete the adapter installation, follow these steps: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Verify the cable connections to the external disks.
3. Install the adapter in your HP-UX system according to the procedure described in the latest edition of the Interface Card OL* Support Guide for 11i v2 or v3: • For instructions on using OL* on HP-UX 11i v2, see the Interface Card OL* Support Guide: http://docs.hp.com/en/oshpux11iv2.html • For instructions on using OL* on HP-UX 11i v3, see the Interface Card OL* Support Guide: http://docs.hp.com/en/oshpux11iv3.
You can order additional cables from an authorized HP reseller or an authorized HP service provider. If the cable you need is not listed here, or if you need additional ordering information, see the HP website at: http://www.hp.com Updating System Firmware The system firmware on HP Integrity® systems is based on the Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI) specifications. You can use an EFI utility offline to verify the system firmware version installed on HP Integrity systems.
The sasflash.efi utility and firmware images are included on the IPF Offline Diagnostics and Utilities CD, version 0803 and later. To update the adapter firmware offline, follow the procedures provided with the sasflash utility. CAUTION: If you have updated the adapter firmware using sasflash, booting a disk with an older version of SerialSCSI-00 (including Ignite-UX) might download an older version of the firmware and EFI driver to all HBAs controlled by SerialSCSI-00 in the system.
2 OpenVMS Installation This chapter provides information on installing the AH303A Host Bus Adapter on systems running OpenVMS V8.3-1H1. This chapter includes the following topics: “Preparing the Server” (page 19) “Installing the Adapter Hardware” (page 19) “Completing the Adapter Installation” (page 20) “Connecting the Adapter to Other Devices” (page 20) “Updating System Firmware” (page 21) Preparing the Server The instructions in this section are for the first-time installation of the AH303A.
4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Remove the slot cover and save it. You will need to put it back if you decide to remove the adapter and leave the slot empty. Insert the adapter into the slot, and press it firmly into place. The contacts on the adapter edge must be fully seated in the system board connector. Depending on the server model, secure the adapter by replacing the retaining screw or by closing the slot latch. Replace and secure the server access panel. Connect the external disk enclosure(s).
Updating System Firmware The system firmware on HP Integrity systems is based on the Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI) specifications. An EFI utility can be used offline to verify the system firmware version that is installed on HP Integrity systems. For a matrix of system firmware for I/O adapters with OpenVMS boot support, as well as the minimum firmware requirements for OpenVMS V8.3-1H1, see the documents at: http://docs.hp.com/en/hw.
3. Use the SAS Utility to confirm the connectivity of SAS devices visible through the SAS port. For example: Example 2-2 Using SAS$UTIL to Confirm SAS Devices $ RUN SYS$SYSTEM:SAS$UTIL SAS> SET ADAPTER PKB0 1 Selected controller _PKC0: is a LSISAS10xx device.
A Electrostatic Discharge This appendix discusses ways to prevent damage to your system due to Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). This appendix addresses the following topics: “Handling Parts” (page 23) “Grounding” (page 23) Handling Parts To prevent damage to your system, you must take precautions when setting up the system or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor can damage system boards or other static-sensitive devices.
