HP Converged Network Adapters (CNA) manual Installing the HP-UX operating system components

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HP-UX operating system

The HP Integrity NC552SFP 2P 10GbE adapter is supported through the HP-UX 11i v3 operating system.

Prerequisites

Before installing the adapter, follow these steps:

1.The adapter card is supported through the HP Integrity rx2800 i2 and Superdome2 server platforms. Verify compliance with supported configurations using the HP Ethernet System-Driver Support Matrix at the following website:

http://www.hp.com/go/hpux-iocards-docs

2.Ensure that your system meets the following minimum software and firmware requirements:

HP Integrity rx2800 i2 — Recipe S26.21, HP-UX B.11.31.1109 or later

HP Superdome2 — Minimum Firmware Bundle Required 2.51.102, HP-UX B.11.31.1109 or later

Information for HP Integrity servers is available at the following website:

http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/prodserv/servers.html

IMPORTANT: This document contains minimum firmware requirements; HP strongly advises that you check for the latest versions of firmware that are available for your systems.

1.Go to http://www.hp.com.

2.Locate and click the Support & Drivers link on the main page.

3.Click the button next to Download drivers and software (and firmware).

4.Enter your product name (for example, Superdome 2) or number and click >>.

5.After selecting the correct product, choose the OS or Cross operating system (BIOS, Firmware, Diagnostics, etc.)

6.Refer to the Release Notes or Installation Instructions to verify the firmware version.

3.Confirm that the server model and operating system are supported with the AT118A adapter. Also, determine the required versions for the system firmware, adapter firmware, and UEFI driver.

For more information, see the HP-UX Ethernet Card Support Matrix at: www.hp.com/go/integrity-iocards-docs

Support Matrix documents are listed alphabetically in the “General reference” section.

4.Check the following conditions:

Verify that the /usr/bin, /usr/sbin, and /sbin directories are in the

PATH

by entering the following command: echo $PATH

Verify you have the Ethernet driver software (included with the OS or application CD or downloaded).

Ensure that cable connections follow these procedures: “Connecting other devices” (page 7)

Cable map (optional)

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Contents Abstract Page Contents LED indicators AT118A LED IndicatorsIntroduction OverviewPXE LAN boot Network managementManagement support Server integrationPreventing electrostatic discharge Installing an adapterInstalling an adapter in a server Connecting the network cable Installing a low profile bracketConnecting other devices Prerequisites Installing the HP-UX operating system componentsHP-UX operating system Important Ethernet patches and updates Update the adapter firmwareInstalling driver software Installing the driver from CD-ROMProceed to Installing OnlineDiag Installing OnlineDiagVerify the Ethernet adapter installation Verify Ethernet connectivity Alternate website for downloading filesSpecifications Cable specificationsGeneral specifications CompliancePower and environmental specifications Power and environmental specificationsRegulatory compliance notices European Union notice Class a equipmentKorean notices Bsmi noticeJapanese notice Grounding Methods Electrostatic DischargeElectrostatic Discharge Docsfeedback@hp.com HP Contact informationHP contact information Acronyms and abbreviations Acronyms and abbreviations10GbE PCI ExpressSymbols Index