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4.Label each cable to identify the HBA and the storage/switch/hub port to which it connects.

5.After connecting all HBAs in the server, power up the server.

Special Installation Sequence for Stratus ftServers and EMC CLARiiON Arrays

A specific installation sequence is required when installing QLogic HBAs with the Stratus ftServers and EMC CLARiiON® storage. Failure to follow this sequence may result in a STOP: 0X0000007B bugcheck error when booting the Stratus server for the first time when connected to EMC CLARiiON storage.

With the Stratus ftServer, if the HBA detects EMC CLARiiON array targets but no accessible LUNs, it prevents the Stratus server from booting. In this configuration, the Stratus ftServer attempts to boot from the array, instead of booting from the internal boot drive.

To avoid this issue before storage is correctly assigned, either boot the Stratus ftServer before connecting the fibre cables to the HBAs or, if connected to a fabric, disable the HBA ports on the switch before booting the ftServer.

After the system has booted, connect the cables or reenable the switch ports. Verify that the HBAs are logged in to the EMC CLARiiON array; then stop and restart the Navisphere agent on the ftServer host. This will register the HBAs with the CLARiiON array and allow the HBA to properly detect the available LUNs.

Special Instructions for CLARiiON CX200-Series Direct-Connect Dual-Host Clustering Configurations

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For CLARiiON CX200-Series direct-connect dual-host cluster configurations only with QLA234x HBAs, you must follow all procedures described in this section.

For CLARiiON CX200-Series direct-connect dual-host cluster configurations with only QLA234x HBAs, you may need a separate driver and firmware download. The EMC Support Matrix notes whether separate driver and firmware files are required.

For each HBA that is determined to require updated firmware and drivers, follow the instructions under Downloading QLogic Drivers and Firmware on page 2-2. Be sure to reference the Name and Description

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Contents REV A07 Copyright 2001-2005 EMC Corporation. All rights reserved Trademark InformationContents Chapter Configuring an EMC Boot Device Appendix B Troubleshooting Chapter Installing and Configuring the QLogic QLA4010 iSCSIAppendix a Third-Party Software Problem Index Damage to the system or equipment. The caution may apply to EMC uses the following conventions for notes, cautions,Hardware or software Palatino Related Documentation Typographical ConventionsBold 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 EMC HBA Settings Pre-ConfiguredSettings Settings menusConfiguring Nvram for Stratus ftServers Firmware/BIOS Fibre-Down ServersWith Embedded 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 DriverWindows 2003 STORPort Updates Extended Error Logging by QLogic DriversInstallation Procedure for Windows NT Hosts 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 EMC Symmetrix Masking EnabledArrays with Device 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 BiosFrom the Configuration Settings menu, select Host Adapter From the Host Adapter Settings menu, select Host AdapterSelect Current Boot Node Name and press Enter 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 Procedure Configuring a CLARiiON Boot DeviceFlowchart Configuring a CLARiiON Boot Device Requirements Configurations, Revisions Hardware Software RequirementsTopologies 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 Installing Multipath and Failover Software Assigning a Permanent Boot Drive Letter for Windows NTWhat Next? From here 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 Problem Problems and SolutionsSolution 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.