ATTO Technology FC-41EL, FC-21PS Installing and updating drivers, Specialized configurations

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3 Installing and updating drivers

Before installing your Celerity adapter, you must configure your system to recognize and use it by installing drivers for your operating system.

Configure your system to recognize and use your Celerity adapter by

•installing drivers for your operating system

•updating the adapter firmware if necessary (refer to Updating hardware flash on page 22)

Note

If you already have one or more Celerity adapters installed and you are installing additional adapter(s), you do not need to perform any of these procedures unless you are updating a previously installed driver.

ATTO Celerity adapters ship with the latest firmware installed.

The Celerity FC Installation CD shipped with your adapter contains the latest driver.

The Installation CD automatically starts when inserted in the system CD-ROM drive. Navigate the easy-to-use HTML-based menu to find the driver that you want to install.

If the CD does not automatically start, open the CD and click on autorun.bat.

Specialized configurations

Some specialized applications may benefit from modification of adapter settings. The ATTO Utilities Installation and Operation Manual provides detailed information on using ATTO Technology configuration utilities found on the ATTO Utilities CD or downloaded from the ATTO website. For best performance, use the most recent device driver and flash version.

Verify the version based on your operating system.

Windows: Use the ATTO Configuration Tool from the ATTO Utilities CD, or download it from www.attotech.com, or view the adapter boot string during system boot or look in the Device Manager.

Note

Windows NT is only supported with Celerity driver version 1.31 or earlier. If you are using Windows NT, contact your service representative.

Mac OS X: Use the ATTO Configuration Tool on the ATTO Utilities CD, or download it from www.attotech.com, or use the Apple System Profiler.

Linux: Use the ATTO Configuration Tool on the ATTO Utilities CD, or download it from www.attotech.com, or to find the driver version, examine /proc/scsi/celerityfc/X, where X is the adapter’s host number.

Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista

Five procedures are described below. Review each thoroughly to ensure that you are using the one that best fits your needs. If you have one or more Celerity FC adapters installed in your system and you are installing additional adapter(s), you do not need to perform any of

these procedures unless you are updating a previously installed driver.

The Celerity FC Installation Disk can be the Installation CD shipped with your adapter, a folder containing the latest downloaded and expanded driver, or a Celerity FC installation floppy disk.

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Contents Atto Celerity Fibre Channel Host Adapters Atto Technology, Inc Page Contents Page Atto provides Fibre Channel solutions Celerity FC-44ES AdapterCelerity FC-42ES Adapter Celerity FC-41ES Adapter Celerity FC-41EL Adapter PCI bus specifications Celerity FC-42XS AdapterCelerity FC-41XS Adapter Celerity FC-21PS Adapter Celerity selection guide Glossary Fibre Channel is a key technology for storageTerm Definition LED Specialized configurations Installing and updating driversWindows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista Adding a Celerity FC adapter to an existing installation Creating a boot diskClick on Install Driver Upgrading an existing Celerity FC driverMac OS X driver installation, update Linux driver installation, updateCreating a Celerity FC installation floppy Creating a floppy disk from a downloadPage Hardware installation InstallationSystem requirements Fibre Channel addressBracket details Page Adapter board details Exhibit 4-10 FC-41ES Exhibit 4-12 FC-42XS Exhibit 4-13 FC-41XS Exhibit 4-14 FC-21PS Launch the Configuration Tool Updating hardware flashUpdating flash in all operating systems Updating flash on a PCMac OS TroubleshootingGeneral suggestions Select Properties LinuxSelect Device Manager Appendix a Standards and compliances FCC standards radio and television interferenceCanadian standards European standardsFollowing apply to the Celerity FC-42XS host adapter only Appendix B Accessories Appendix C Scsi adapter selection guide Ultra 320 Scsi Product Features12.5 Product Features Atto ExpressSAS RAID Adapters R348 R380 Appendix D SAS adapter selection guideAppendix E Safety, warranty, contacts SafetyAtto Technology, Inc. limited warranty Operation
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FC-41ES, FC-41EL, FC-21PS specifications

ATTO Technology is a leader in the world of storage connectivity and network solutions, and its products are specifically designed to enhance the performance of data-intensive workloads. Among their lineup, the ATTO FC-41ES, FC-41EL, and FC-21PS stand out as powerful Fibre Channel host bus adapters (HBAs), tailored for environments that require reliable, high-speed data transfer.

The ATTO FC-41ES is known for its ability to maximize the performance of high-bandwidth applications, such as video editing, virtualization, and large-scale data storage. It features dual-port 16Gb/s Fibre Channel connections, which ensure that it can handle intensive data transactions efficiently. The FC-41ES is designed with low-latency architecture to provide a significant boost to I/O operations, making it ideal for time-sensitive applications.

On the other hand, the FC-41EL is designed for enterprise use, emphasizing energy efficiency without compromising on performance. This model also offers dual-port 16Gb/s connectivity, allowing for seamless integration into existing storage networks while providing an eco-friendly solution. The FC-41EL’s lower power consumption translates into reduced operating costs for data centers, which is a critical factor for organizations seeking to maximize their return on investment.

The FC-21PS, a SCSI-based host bus adapter, is tailored for applications that may not require the speed of 16Gb/s but still require robust performance and reliability. With its advanced technology, the FC-21PS delivers 8Gb/s speeds while maintaining compatibility with older SCSI systems. This makes it an excellent choice for organizations that are gradually upgrading their infrastructure while still needing to support legacy storage solutions.

All three adapters feature ATTO’s proprietary Advanced Data Streaming (ADS) technology, which optimizes data flow to ensure consistent performance even in highly loaded environments. This technology minimizes latency and maximizes throughput, making it invaluable for applications where every millisecond counts.

The FC-41ES, FC-41EL, and FC-21PS all come with an intuitive management software that simplifies monitoring, configuration, and troubleshooting. This ensures that IT administrators can maintain high availability and performance of their storage networks with minimal effort.

In summary, ATTO Technology’s FC-41ES, FC-41EL, and FC-21PS host bus adapters bring advanced Fibre Channel technology to the table, each tailored to meet specific performance and efficiency demands. Whether it’s high-speed video production, cost-effective enterprise storage solutions, or legacy SCSI system integration, ATTO’s HBAs are designed to deliver superior performance and reliability for all data-intensive applications.
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