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Installing and Configuring the HBA Driver

Introduction

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QLogic Drivers and

Firmware

Verifying and

Downloading the

Documentation

The procedure described here was written specifically for the QLA22xx and QLA23xx families of Fibre Channel HBAs; however, the procedures for installing the adapter BIOS and Windows drivers are identical for QLA21xx, QLA22xx, and QLA23xx.

When installing or upgrading the BIOS and drivers, be sure to use the latest versions supported by EMC. Review the EMC Support Matrix for the latest information on approved HBAs and drivers.

Also refer to the EMC Host Connectivity Guide for Windows 2000 and Windows NT, available on Powerlink, for related information.

If you need to download the latest HBA driver or firmware:

1.Access www.qlogic.com.

2.Click Downloads at the left side of the screen.

3.Click the EMC link to the right of OEM-approved Drivers/Firmware.

4.Find the description of your HBA driver in the Name column of the table for your HBA model. Then click the Download link in the associated Download column.

To check for the latest revision of this document (and download it if necessary):

1.Access www.qlogic.com.

2.Click Downloads at the left side of the screen.

3.Click the EMC link to the right of OEM-approved Drivers/Firmware.

4.Find the description of your HBA driver in the Name column of the table for your HBA model. Then click the Readme link in the associated Description column.

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Contents REV A07 Copyright 2001-2005 EMC Corporation. All rights reserved Trademark InformationContents Chapter Configuring an EMC Boot Device Appendix a Third-Party Software Chapter Installing and Configuring the QLogic QLA4010 iSCSIAppendix B Troubleshooting Problem Index Hardware or software EMC uses the following conventions for notes, cautions,Damage to the system or equipment. The caution may apply to Bold Related Documentation Typographical ConventionsPalatino Introduction Understanding Persistent Binding in a Fabric Environment Understanding Persistent Binding in a Fabric Environment HBA Installing Configuring the HBA Driver Introduction Downloading QLogic Drivers Firmware Verifying DocumentationInstalling an HBA Check for an Updated HBA Driver Reconfigure the HBA Jumper Move the jumpers, onto pins 1-2 if not already thereSet the HBA FC-AL Loop ID Installing an HBA Settings EMC HBA SettingsPre-Configured Settings menusConfiguring Nvram for Stratus ftServers With Embedded Firmware/BIOSFibre-Down Servers QLogic HBAsUpdating While Running Windows Press the Down Arrow until you select Data Rate then press EMC HBA Settings Installing the HBA Driver Driver Revision History Where to Find the DriverInstallation Procedure for Windows NT Hosts Windows 2003 STORPort UpdatesExtended Error Logging by QLogic Drivers Select have DiskAdministrative Tools, Computer Management Installing the HBA Driver Double-click the Scsi & RAID Controllers icon Installing and Configuring the HBA Driver Upgrading to Windows 2003 from Windows 2000 or Windows NT Replacing an HBA Arrays with Device Masking EnabledEMC Symmetrix Powermt restore powermt display Installing and Configuring the HBA Driver Configuring an EMC Boot Device Boot-from-SAN Configuration Restrictions Risks of Booting from the Storage ArrayHow to Determine I/O Latency and Load on the Boot LUN Boot Crashdump Save to Disk Behavior Boot-from-SAN with MscsConfiguring a Symmetrix Boot Device Configuring the Boot BiosSelect Current Boot Node Name and press Enter From the Configuration Settings menu, select Host AdapterFrom the Host Adapter Settings menu, select Host Adapter Configuration Settings menuInstalling the Windows OS onto the Boot Device Installing EFI boot code onto the HBA Unload 5D Configuring an EMC Boot Device Configurable Components Drv5DCtrl60Langeng Configuring an EMC Boot Device Configuring a Symmetrix Boot Device Flowchart Configuring a CLARiiON Boot DeviceProcedure Configuring a CLARiiON Boot Device Topologies Configurations, Revisions Hardware Software RequirementsRequirements Preparing the Storage System Refer to Downloading QLogic Drivers and Firmware onSetting Up the HBA Bios Preparing the Fabric Configuring an EMC Boot Device Node Name What Next?Preparing the Server Configuring the HBA Boot BiosConfiguring an EMC Boot Device When the QLogic Bios banner shown in appears, press Windows Licensing Agreement appears Configuring a CLARiiON Boot Device Verifying HBA Driver and Digital Signature Installation What Next? From here Assigning a Permanent Boot Drive Letter for Windows NTInstalling Multipath and Failover Software Installing Additional Navisphere Host Agent Software Storagegroupname y/n? Configuring an EMC Boot Device Trespassing the Boot LUN Using atftrespass On the Computer Management window, click Disk ManagementBoot Time and LUN Availability Starting a Fresh InstallationBoot Time and LUN Availability Replacing a Boot HBA EMC Symmetrix EMC CLARiiONHow a Server Responds to Failure in the Boot LUN Path Explanations of EntriesKnown Issues Ntosknl BsodHBA TOE Windows 2003 STORPort Updates Next dialog, click ReInstall Driver, and then, click Next Installing and Configuring the QLogic QLA4010 iSCSI HBA TOE Installing and Configuring the QLogic QLA4010 iSCSI HBA TOE Installing and Configuring the QLogic QLA4010 iSCSI HBA TOE Installing and Configuring the QLogic QLA4010 iSCSI HBA TOE Configuring iSNS settings for QLA4010 Configuring iSNS settings for QLA4010 Installing and Configuring the QLogic QLA4010 iSCSI HBA TOE Configuring iSNS settings for QLA4010 Installing and Configuring the QLogic QLA4010 iSCSI HBA TOE Configuring iSNS settings for QLA4010 Installing Boot Bios on the QLA4010 iSCSI HBA from DOS Select Configuration Settings from the menu Select iSCSI Boot SettingsSelect iSCSI Boot Settings, and press Enter Installing and Configuring the QLogic QLA4010 iSCSI HBA TOE Installing and Configuring the QLogic QLA4010 iSCSI HBA TOE Third-Party Software QLogic SANSurfer SANBlade Manager SANSurfer Version History SANSurfer versions include Initial ReleaseVeritas Volume Manager 3.x for Windows Veritas Volume ManagerVeritas Volume Manager 3.1 and Veritas DMP Veritas Foundation SuiteThird-Party Software Troubleshooting Solution Problems and SolutionsProblem Later already contain this correction Flasutil Index Nvram

QLogic specifications

EMC QLogic is a leading provider of advanced networking solutions, primarily known for its high-performance storage area network (SAN) technologies. It specializes in Fibre Channel and Ethernet networking products, offering robust solutions that are essential for modern data center environments.

One of the key features of EMC QLogic is its exceptional performance in high-speed data transfer. QLogic's Fibre Channel products, such as switches and host bus adapters (HBAs), support speeds of up to 32 Gbps, ensuring ultra-fast communication between storage devices and servers. This high throughput is crucial for applications demanding high IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second), particularly in virtualized environments and databases.

Another prominent aspect of EMC QLogic's technology is its support for advanced features like Data Center Bridging (DCB). DCB enables the convergence of storage and traditional Ethernet traffic on a single network, streamlining data center management and reducing costs. By allowing both storage and data networking to coexist on the same infrastructure, EMC QLogic enhances efficiency and simplifies network architecture.

Scalability is another characteristic that sets EMC QLogic apart. The architecture is designed to support a wide range of deployment sizes, from small businesses to large enterprise data centers. This scalability ensures that organizations can grow their IT infrastructure without needing to overhaul their existing deployment.

EMC QLogic also places a strong emphasis on reliability and security. Their products are built with redundancy and failover mechanisms, which minimize downtime and ensure continuous operation even in the event of hardware failure. Additionally, security features such as encryption and access controls are integrated to protect sensitive data as it travels across the network.

Management and monitoring capabilities are also integral to EMC QLogic's offerings. The company provides advanced software tools for managing network resources, allowing administrators to monitor performance, diagnose issues, and optimize configurations efficiently. This helps organizations maintain peak performance and reduces operational complexity.

In summary, EMC QLogic combines high-speed performance, advanced features, and robust reliability in its networking solutions. With a focus on scalability and security, it provides organizations with the tools necessary to build and manage efficient, modern data centers that can adapt to evolving technological demands. Its commitment to innovation positions EMC QLogic as a trusted partner in the storage networking landscape.