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Corrective

The error message is displayed when the Linux Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) mid-

Action:

layer asks for physical disk cache settings. The controller firmware manages the virtual disk

 

cache settings on a per controller and a per virtual disk basis, so the firmware does not

 

respond to this command. The Linux SCSI mid-layer assumes that the virtual disk's cache

 

policy is Write-Through. SDB is the device node for a virtual disk. This value changes for each

 

virtual disk.

 

See the topic Write-Back And Write-Through for more information about Write-Throughcache.

 

Except for this message, there is no effect of this behavior on normal operation. The cache

 

policy of the virtual disk and the I/O throughput are not affected by this message. The cache

 

policy settings for the PERC SAS RAID system remain unchanged.

Driver Does Not Auto-Build Into New Kernel

Issue:

Driver does not auto-build into new kernel after customer updates.

Corrective

This error is a generic problem for Dynamic Kernel Module Support (DKMS) and applies to all

Action:

DKMS-enabled driver packages. This issue occurs when you perform the following steps:

 

1.

Install a DKMS-enabled driver package.

 

2.

Run up2date or a similar tool to upgrade the kernel to the latest version.

 

3.

Reboot to the new kernel.

The driver running in the new kernel is the native driver of the new kernel. The driver package you installed previously in the new kernel does not take effect in the new kernel:

1.Type: dkms build –m <module_name> –v <module version> –k <kernel version>.

2.Type: dkms install –m <module_name> –v <module version> –k <kernel version>.

3.Type the following to check whether the driver is successfully installed in the new kernel: DKMS. The following details appear:

<driver name>, <driver version>, <new kernel version>: installed

Unable To Register SCSI Device Error Message

Error:

smartd[smartd[2338] Device: /dev/sda, Bad IEC (SMART) mode

 

page, err=-5, skip device smartd[2338] Unable to register SCSI

 

device /dev/sda at line 1 of file /etc/smartd.conf.

Corrective

This is a known issue. An unsupported command is entered through the user application. User

Action:

applications attempt to direct Command Descriptor Blocks to RAID volumes. The error

 

message does not affect the feature functionality. The Mode Sense/Select command is

 

supported by firmware on the controller. However, the Linux kernel daemon issues the

 

command to the virtual disk instead of to the driver IOCTL node. This action is not supported.

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Contents H710P, and H810 User’s Guide Dell Inc. All Rights Reserved Contents Management Applications For Perc Cards Driver InstallationDeploying The Perc Card Support For Internal Multiple ControllersCacheCade Security Key And RAID Management Security Key Management In The Bios Configuration UtilityTroubleshooting Appendix RAID Description Multiple Disks Become InaccessibleSource Disk Fails During Replace Member Operation Disk Mirroring Overview Specification H310 H710 H710PSpans per Disk Group Specification H310 H710 H710P H810Supported Operating Systems Getting HelpDocumentation Feedback Contacting DellRelated Documentation Page There are four power saving modes available FeaturesPhysical Disk Power Management Configured Spin Down DelayFull Initialization Of Virtual Disks Types Of Virtual Disk InitializationConsistency Checks Background Initialization Of Virtual DisksFastPath Using Disk RoamingConfiguring FastPath-Capable Virtual Disks Disk RoamingWrite Virtual Disk MigrationMigrating Virtual Disks ReadConditions Under Which Write-Back Is Employed Virtual Disk Write Cache PoliciesWrite-Back And Write-Through Number Capacity Description Level Reconfiguration Of Virtual DisksVirtual Disk Read Cache Policies Source RAIDOne disk Disk into aMirrored virtual Disk by addingReclaims disk Fault ToleranceSmart Feature Automatic Replace Member With Predicted FailureRedundant Path Support For Perc H810 Only Patrol ReadPhysical Disk Hot Swapping Using Persistent Hot Spare SlotsUsing Replace Member And Revertible Hot Spares Physical Disk Failure DetectionController Cache Preservation Battery Transparent Learn CyclePage Removing The Perc Controller Deploying The Perc CardRemoving and Installing the Perc Adapter PCIe slot SAS cable connectors Perc adapter ScrewRemoving and Installing the Perc Mini Monolithic Controller Installing The Perc ControllerSupport For Internal Multiple Controllers Setting Up Redundant Path Support On The Perc H810 AdapterServer Storage Redundant Path Support Configuration With Two EnclosuresPage Click Continue Driver InstallationInstalling a driver Popular support tools section, click Drivers and Downloads Click on the Hardware tab Reboot the system when promptedSelect Install from a list or specific location Updating The Linux DriverUpgrading The Kernel Version installed Page Dell OpenManage Storage Management Bios Configuration UtilityEntering The Bios Configuration Utility Management Applications For Perc CardsNotation Meaning and Use Example Exiting The Configuration UtilityTo exit the Bios Configuration Utility Ctrl R Menu Navigation ControlsMgmt, Ctrl Mgmt, and Foreign View Setting Up Virtual DisksNotation Meaning and Use Ctrl Mgmt, and Foreign ViewSummary Of RAID Levels Parameter DescriptionSelect Create New VD and press Enter Virtual Disk ManagementCreating Virtual Disks ParameterDescriptionConverting Physical Disk To RAID Capable For Perc H310 Selecting Virtual Disk ParametersRunning a Data Consistency Check Converting Physical Disk To Non-RAID For Perc H310Initializing Virtual Disks Checking Data ConsistencyPage Page Choose Break Mirror and press Enter Break MirrorManaging Preserved Cache Select Manage Ded. HS and press Enter Managing Dedicated Hot SparesSelect Manage Preserved Cache Deleting Disk Groups Clearing The ConfigurationSelect Clear Config Deleting Virtual DisksVirtual Disks Physical Disks Bios Configuration Utility Menu OptionsVirtual Disk Management VD Mgmt Security property of the Disk Group Virtual Disks Action Description Virtual Disk ActionsPhysical Disk Actions Physical Disk Management PD MgmtController Management Actions RebuildController Management Ctrl Mgmt Physical Disk Management Foreign Configuration ViewSetting LED Blinking Replacing An Online Physical Disk Creating Global Hot SparesRemoving Global Or Dedicated Hot Spares Performing a Manual Rebuild Of An Individual Physical Disk Restrictions and LimitationsStopping Background Initialization Controller Management Enabling Boot SupportEnabling Boot Support For a BIOS-Enabled Controller Enabling Bios Stop On ErrorDisabling Auto Import Uefi RAID Configuration UtilityRestoring Factory Default Settings Entering The Uefi RAID Configuration UtilityController Management Menu Exiting The Uefi RAID Configuration UtilityConfiguration Options Device Settings menuEnclosure Management Virtual Disk ManagementPhysical Disk Management Menu CacheCade CacheCade Virtual Disk CharacteristicsConfiguring And Managing CacheCade Virtual Disks Select Create CacheCade Virtual Disk and press Enter CacheCade Virtual Disk ManagementCreating CacheCade Virtual Disks Manual Resizing Of CacheCade Virtual Disks Reconfiguring CacheCade Virtual DisksAutomatic Reconfiguration Of CacheCade Virtual Disks Deleting CacheCade Virtual DisksPage Local Key Management LKM Security Key Management In The Bios Configuration UtilitySecurity Key And RAID Management Security Key ImplementationChanging The Security Key Creating a Security KeySecuring Pre-Existing Virtual Disks Deleting a Security KeyCreating Secured Virtual Disks Highlight the Secure Disk Group option and press Enter Instant Secure Erase Troubleshooting Security Key ErrorsSecured Foreign Import Errors Failure To Instant Secure Erase Task On Physical Disks Failure To Delete Security KeyExtra Enclosure Error Message TroubleshootingBios Error Messages Discovery Error MessageMissing Virtual Disks Error Message Missing Disks In Virtual Disk Error MessagePrevious Configuration Of Disks Removed Error Message Drive Configuration Changes Error Message Dirty Cache Data Error MessageBios Disabled Error Message Action Cable problems, press any key or Y to continue Adapter At Baseport Not Responding Error MessageVirtual Disks Offline Error Message Virtual Disks Degraded Error MessageForeign Configuration Found Error Message Virtual Disks Partially Degraded Error MessageMemory Or Battery Problem Error Message Firmware Fault State Error MessageMultibit ECC Errors Detected Error Messages Foreign Configuration Not Found In Ctrl R Error MessagePrevious Configuration Cleared Or Missing Error Message Invalid SAS Topology Detected Error MessageDegraded State Of Virtual Disks Configured Disks Removed Or Not Accessible Error MessageBattery Discharged Or Disconnected Error Message Perc Card Has Yellow Bang In Device Manager Memory ErrorsGeneral Issues Preserved Cache StatePhysical Disk In Failed State Physical Disk IssuesUnable to Rebuild a Fault Tolerant Virtual Disk Fatal Error Or Data Corruption ReportedVirtual disk Multiple Disks Become InaccessibleVirtual Disk Fails During Rebuild Using a Global Hot Spare Rebuilding a Failed Physical DiskPhysical Disk Takes a Long Time To Rebuild Smart ErrorsVirtual Disk Fails Rebuild Using a Dedicated Hot Spare Error Replace Member ErrorsLinux Operating System Errors Issue General disk fails CorrectiveDriver Does Not Auto-Build Into New Kernel Unable To Register Scsi Device Error MessageInstall a DKMS-enabled driver package Reboot to the new kernelActivity LED Status LED Disk Carrier LED IndicatorsDisk Striping Appendix RAID DescriptionSummary Of RAID Levels RAID TerminologyParity Data Disk MirroringSpanned RAID Levels Example of Distributed Parity RAID
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H310, H710, H710P, H810 specifications

Dell offers a range of storage controller technologies, notably the H810, H710, H710P, and H310, which cater to different enterprise needs. These controllers are designed to support various storage configurations, enhancing overall system performance and reliability.

The Dell H810 is a high-performance PCIe 3.0 RAID controller that supports up to eight internal drives and is particularly suited for demanding workloads. It features advanced RAID levels including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, providing flexibility for various data protection strategies. The H810 also supports up to 32TB of storage capacity, making it suitable for environments that require substantial data management capabilities.

The H710 is another powerful RAID controller, widely recognized for its balance of performance and cost-efficiency. It features 1GB of cache memory, which aids in accelerating read and write operations. The H710 supports the same RAID levels as the H810 and allows for up to 512MB of non-volatile memory. This ensures data integrity even in the event of a power failure, making it reliable for critical applications.

The H710P is an enhanced version of the H710, with a significant upgrade in its cache capabilities. It offers 2GB of battery-backed cache memory, further enhancing data processing speeds and improving responsiveness. The H710P is ideal for intensive workloads and virtualization, where rapid access to data is essential. This controller also includes features such as RAID storage pooling, intelligent data tiering, and support for multiple virtual disks.

Finally, the H310 is a cost-effective option for small to medium-sized businesses or those with less demanding storage requirements. It offers similar RAID support as the higher-end controllers but operates with a simpler architecture. The H310 features 512MB of cache, providing sufficient performance for regular workloads without the additional complexities of more advanced controllers.

In summary, Dell's H810, H710, H710P, and H310 storage controllers each serve distinct purposes, providing various features, technologies, and performance characteristics tailored to different business needs. From high-capacity storage solutions to user-friendly setups, Dell’s offerings ensure that organizations can efficiently manage their data storage requirements.
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