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Command PDUs. These PDUs are not related to an IOCB; therefore, they have no inherent timeout value. In this case, the firmware uses the value specified in this column as the timeout interval for the Login Command and Text Command PDUs. The firmware also uses the timeout interval specified in this field for timing out Task Management commands that are generated by the firmware as part of error recovery or in response to a mailbox command that results in a Task Management command. The default value for this column is 10 seconds. Valid values are in the range 0–65535.

Logout on iSCSI Discovery Session. This parameter is the same as the Enable Logout on iSCSI Discovery Session in the firmware parameters (see section 7.7).

5.When you are done changing the parameters, click OK. A message is displayed indicating that these changes will be saved when you click Save on the Target Settings tabbed page.

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Firmware Upgrade

If you are receiving a QLA40xx HBA for the first time, the current version of firmware is already loaded.

If you are upgrading a QLA40xx HBA, follow the instructions in this section to load the latest firmware from the QLogic web site. The HBA Information tab in SANblade Control iX displays the firmware version you are using.

To upgrade the firmware, follow these steps:

1.Locate the iSCSI firmware on the QLogic web site (www.qlogic.com) and click Download.

2.When prompted Would you like to open the file or save it to your computer?, click the Save button. Specify a temporary location on the hard drive and download the driver.

3.Start SANblade Control iX: click Start, select Programs, select the install group (the default is QLogic), then click SANblade Control iX.

4.Select your HBA.

5.Click the HBA Options tab.

6.From the Select Options list, select Firmware.

7.Click the Select File to Download button.

8.When the Download Firmware dialog box displays, click Browse.

9.The Open dialog box displays. Select the firmware file (downloaded in step 2), then click Open (see figure 7-20).

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Contents SANblade 4000 Series User’s Guide Page Table of Contents Section Red Hat Linux Driver Installation Figures Tables General Description How to Use this GuideIntroduction Features Hardware Hardware IS0053301-00 D QLA40xx HBA Components QLA4000/4000CQLA4000C HBA Layout LEDsInstallation in the Computer QLA40xx HBA Operating Environment SpecificationsEMI and EMC Requirements LabelAgency Certification Product Safety Requirements Software II Software II-2 IS0053301-00 D Creating the Driver Disk Optional Windows 2000 Driver Installation QL4000.SYSSupported Features Driver FilesInstalling the Driver Select specify a location. Click Next Start Device Driver Installation dialog box, click NextAdding the QLA40xx HBA to the Existing OS Removing the Driver Updating the Existing DriverDouble-clickMaximumSGListREGDWORD0x41 System Registry ParametersMaximumSGList NumberofRequests Windows NT Driver Installation QL4000.SYS Select the QLogic QLA4000 PCI iSCSI Adapter and press Enter Adding the QL4000.SYS Driver to the Existing OSSelect QLogic QLA4000 PCI iSCSI Adapter, then click OK Double-clickMaximumSGListREGDWORD0x21 Additional Notes LargeLunsPage Creating the Driver Disk Red Hat Linux Driver InstallationIntroduction Building a Custom Kernel to Load the Driver Automatically Edit Makefile under the kernel scsi directory. For example For Red Hat Linux 8.0, locate the following lines Building a Driver from the Source Code Building a Uniprocessor UP Version of the Driver Enter Building a Ramdisk Image to Load the Driver Automatically Loading the Driver ManuallyFor example System Driver Parameter maxscsilunsProc Filesystem Support LimitationsPre-installation Requirements Solaris Driver Installation QLA4000You are prompted to select a driver package. For example Target and LUN Support for Disk Devices Installing QLogic QLA4000 driver as QLA4000-0Target and LUN Support Tape Devices You are prompted to remove the driver Uninstalling the Solaris Sparc DriverPage SANblade Control III-2 Windows NT and Windows Installation ProcedureInstallation Introduction Dialog Box Choose Shortcut Folder Dialog Box Red Hat Linux and Solaris Sparc Install Complete Dialog BoxGetting Started Uninstalling SANblade ControlWindows NT/Windows Red Hat Linux or Solaris SparcHost Information Tabbed Page Main Window Main Window and Window NavigationHelp FileView Target Information Tabbed LUN List Tabbed Host Information Tabbed Host TabbedFirmware Network HBA Tabbed Pages11. HBA Options Tabbed Page Network 12. Target Settings Tabbed Target Settings Tabbed13. Target Information Tabbed Target Information TabbedFrom the Select Options list, click Network see figure Configuring the QLA40xx HBAHBA Information Tabbed 15. HBA Tabbed Page Network Select Options box, select Firmware Changing the Firmware Configuration Parameters18. Save Firmware Parameters Message IS0053301-00 D Configuring Specific Targets Configuring TargetsConfiguring Using Discovery Click the Target Settings tab Changing the Target Configuration ParametersClick the Select File to Download button Firmware Upgrade20. Update Firmware Dialog Boxes SANblade Control iX Firmware Upgrade IS0053301-00 D SANblade Control iX Firmware Upgrade IS0053301-00 D

4000 SERIES specifications

The Q-Logic 4000 Series represents a significant advancement in storage networking solutions, particularly designed to meet the high demands of modern data centers. As businesses continue to accumulate vast amounts of data, the need for efficient, high-performance storage solutions becomes more pronounced. This series shines in delivering flexibility, scalability, and high availability.

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Scalability is a central theme in the design of the Q-Logic 4000 Series. The architecture supports linear scaling, enabling users to grow their networking capabilities in alignment with their expanding data needs. This characteristic is particularly beneficial for companies anticipating growth, as it allows them to invest in the system incrementally.

Security features within the Q-Logic 4000 Series also receive significant attention. The implementation of encryption technologies and secure access protocols ensures that sensitive data remains protected from unauthorized access and cyber threats.

In summary, the Q-Logic 4000 Series positions itself as a cutting-edge solution in the storage networking landscape, combining advanced technologies, high performance, and robust security features. Whether for a growing enterprise or an established data center, these products deliver a compelling solution for modern storage challenges.