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5.Press <S> to specify additional drivers.

6.Select Other.

7.Insert the floppy disk onto which you unzipped the Emulex driver in step 2.

8.If you downloaded the port driver, select a topology from the list and press <Enter>.If you downloaded the miniport driver, select your adapter from the list and press <Enter>.

9.Follow the instructions to complete the Emulex installation.

10.Remove the floppy disk that contains the driver files.

11.Complete the Windows 2000 Server installation.

Use Multi-Boot BIOS

Multi-boot BIOS is in compliance with BIOS Boot Specification (BBS). The system must have a Multi-boot system BIOS in order to take advantage of this feature. Multi-boot BIOS allows you to select any boot disk in the system BIOS setup menu. The boot disk can be a Fibre Channel drive, a SCSI drive, an IDE drive or a floppy drive. The Emulex BIOS supplies the first eight drives to the system BIOS menu. The Multi-boot BIOS can override the Fibre Channel drive that is selected in the BIOS utility.

For example, the system has only eight Fibre Channel disks. The boot disk has AL_PA 02. However, you can select AL_PA 23 in the system BIOS setup menu. The boot device will be the Fibre Channel disk with AL_PA 23 instead of AL_PA 02, as is set in the BIOS utility.

If your system supports Multi-boot BBS, the boot disk (drive C) is the first entry in Multi-boot on the system BIOS setup menu. The list of entries is determined by the list of configured boot entries in the BIOS utility. For example:

Adapter 1: boot_entry0, boot_entry1

Adapter 2: boot_entry2, boot_entry3

The order of boot entries that is exported to Multi-boot (BBS) is

boot_entry0, boot_entry1, boot_entry2, and boot_entry3.

However, Multi-boot can overwrite this order by using the following command:

boot_entry2, boot_entry0, boot_entry1, and boot_entry3.

In this case, drive C is

boot_entry2.

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Contents Combined Boot Version 5.01a0 Page Change the Plogi Retry Timer Introduction Known IssuesCompatibility Things to Know Before You DownloadLoading x86 BootBIOS Load x86 BootBIOS Using lputilntStart lputilnt Click Start, Programs, Emulex and lputilnt Load x86 BootBIOS Using elxcfg Click Boot Bios Firmware FigureStart elxcfg Click Start, Programs, Emulex and elxcfg Loading x86 BootBIOS Using lp6dutil Load x86 BootBIOS Using lputilPress D. The Download Image window is displayed Bios Utility, HBA Listing Enable x86 BootBIOS on HBAs Using the Bios UtilityBios Utility, Adapter Configuration Menu Configuring x86 BootBIOS Start the Bios UtilityIntroduction Adapter Configuration Menu Adapter Configuration Menu SummariesChange Default Alpa Screen Change the Default AlpaChange Topology Change the Plogi Retry TimerTopology Menu Enable/Disable the Spinup DelaySet Auto Scan Screen Set Auto ScanEnable/Disable the Start Unit Command Enable/Disable EDDEnable/Disable Auto Sector Format Select Enable/Disable the Environment VariableList of Saved Boot Devices Configure Boot DevicesInstall Windows 2000 Server on a Fibre Channel Disk Setup is detecting your hardwareSpecify additional storage driver Bootentry0, bootentry1, bootentry2, and bootentry3 Use Multi-Boot BiosBootentry2, bootentry0, bootentry1, and bootentry3 Bootentry2X86 BootBIOS Message Does Not Appear on Bootup Troubleshooting x86 BootBIOSResolution Retry This Adapter MessageLoad OpenBoot using lputil Loading OpenBootCreating a Fibre Channel Remote Boot Disk Configuring OpenBootPci@1f,2000/lpfc@1 Ok /pci@1f,4000/lpfc@2 select-devSignature Table Ok did e1 d# 100 d# 10 set-boot-idMaking a Bootable System Disk # format# mkdir root2 # mkdir usr2 # mkdir export2 # umount /dev/fd Dtprofile sbin timer var x xfn cd /root2 tar xf# cd Ls -a rootcopy Sh rootcopyOk boot disk # sync # halt Ok reset# mkdir proc# mkdir tmp # mkdir vol # mkdir usr # dumpadmOpenBoot Commands Viewing OpenBoot CommandsSystem Hangs or Reboots After Displaying Driver Information Troubleshooting OpenBootLoaded File Is Not Executable Fibre Channel Disk Is Not Found

5.01 specifications

IBM 5.01, a significant release in IBM's software suite, introduced a range of features and technologies aimed at enhancing enterprise capabilities across various sectors. This version focused on providing organizations with robust tools to leverage data, optimize workflows, and improve collaboration.

One of the standout features of IBM 5.01 was its advanced analytics capabilities. The integration of machine learning algorithms allowed users to gain insights from large data sets, enabling them to make informed decisions quickly. By incorporating predictive analytics, organizations could anticipate market shifts and customer behavior, empowering them to strategize effectively.

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Collaboration tools were also enhanced in this release. IBM 5.01 featured improved communication platforms, enabling teams to collaborate seamlessly regardless of their physical location. This was particularly relevant in an era where remote work became the norm, ensuring that employees could stay connected and productive.

The user interface received a significant overhaul, prioritizing user experience and accessibility. The intuitive design facilitated easier navigation and operation, which was particularly beneficial for end-users with varying levels of technical proficiency.

In conclusion, IBM 5.01 represented a forward-thinking approach to enterprise software. With its focus on analytics, cloud integration, security, collaboration, and user experience, it provided businesses with the tools needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Organizations leveraging these features were better positioned to drive innovation, enhance productivity, and achieve sustainable growth in their respective industries.