IBM 5.01 user manual Introduction, Compatibility, Things to Know Before You Download, Known Issues

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Introduction

Combined Boot contains two types of boot code: x86 BootBIOS for x86 systems, and OpenBoot for SPARC Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) and AIX systems. Combined Boot determines your system platform (x86 or SPARC) and automatically downloads the proper boot code image to the host bus adapter (HBA).

x86 BootBIOS works with the existing basic input output system (BIOS) on x86 systems. x86 BootBIOS allows you to designate a Fibre Channel drive as the boot drive.

OpenBoot is a set of FCode instructions in the HBA flash read-only memory (ROM) that allows you to designate a Fibre Channel hard drive as the boot drive. OpenBoot works with the existing system BIOS on SPARC PCI systems.

Compatibility

Combined Boot is compatible with the following Emulex® Fibre Channel PCI HBAs:

LP9402DC, LP9002DC, LP9002L and LP9000 (minimum firmware version 3.82a1)

LP8000 and LP8000DC (minimum firmware version 2.81)

Things to Know Before You Download

Combined Boot is a complete single boot image. Therefore, the HBA utility software enables or disables two types of boot code (x86 BootBIOS and OpenBoot).

This download assumes that there is already a local boot disk.

As a measure of protection, ensure that critical files on your local boot disk are backed up.

The .PRG files included in this release contain only the boot code overlay (no firmware).

Known Issues

The following issue has been reported at the time of publication.

None at this time.

Files Included in This Release

This kit includes the following files:

File Name

Description

 

 

readme.txt

Release notes for Combined Boot version 5.01a0

 

 

cc501a0.prg

LP9402DC, LP9002DC, LP9002L and LP9000 Combined Boot image

 

 

dc501a0.prg

LP8000 and LP8000DC Combined Boot image

 

 

Combined Boot User Manual

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Contents Combined Boot Version 5.01a0 Page Change the Plogi Retry Timer Known Issues IntroductionCompatibility Things to Know Before You DownloadLoad x86 BootBIOS Using lputilnt Loading x86 BootBIOSStart lputilnt Click Start, Programs, Emulex and lputilnt Click Boot Bios Firmware Figure Load x86 BootBIOS Using elxcfgStart elxcfg Click Start, Programs, Emulex and elxcfg Load x86 BootBIOS Using lputil Loading x86 BootBIOS Using lp6dutilPress D. The Download Image window is displayed Enable x86 BootBIOS on HBAs Using the Bios Utility Bios Utility, HBA ListingBios Utility, Adapter Configuration Menu Start the Bios Utility Configuring x86 BootBIOSIntroduction Adapter Configuration Menu Summaries Adapter Configuration MenuChange the Default Alpa Change Default Alpa ScreenChange the Plogi Retry Timer Change TopologyEnable/Disable the Spinup Delay Topology MenuSet Auto Scan Set Auto Scan ScreenEnable/Disable EDD Enable/Disable the Start Unit CommandEnable/Disable the Environment Variable Enable/Disable Auto Sector Format SelectConfigure Boot Devices List of Saved Boot DevicesSetup is detecting your hardware Install Windows 2000 Server on a Fibre Channel DiskSpecify additional storage driver Use Multi-Boot Bios Bootentry0, bootentry1, bootentry2, and bootentry3Bootentry2, bootentry0, bootentry1, and bootentry3 Bootentry2Troubleshooting x86 BootBIOS X86 BootBIOS Message Does Not Appear on BootupResolution Retry This Adapter MessageLoading OpenBoot Load OpenBoot using lputilConfiguring OpenBoot Creating a Fibre Channel Remote Boot DiskPci@1f,2000/lpfc@1 Ok /pci@1f,4000/lpfc@2 select-devOk did e1 d# 100 d# 10 set-boot-id Signature Table# format Making a Bootable System Disk# mkdir root2 # mkdir usr2 # mkdir export2 Dtprofile sbin timer var x xfn cd /root2 tar xf # umount /dev/fd# cd Ls -a rootcopy Sh rootcopy# sync # halt Ok reset Ok boot disk# mkdir proc# mkdir tmp # mkdir vol # mkdir usr # dumpadmViewing OpenBoot Commands OpenBoot CommandsTroubleshooting OpenBoot System Hangs or Reboots After Displaying Driver InformationLoaded 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.

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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.