Note

An EFI shell is not included with Intel Macs. ATTO recommends rEFIt, which is available for free from http://refit.sourceforge.net.

Once you have downloaded the DMG or rEFIt, follow these steps to open the EFI Configuration Utility.

1Burn the rEFIt DMG file to a CD. Do not remove the CD.

2Shut down the system and install the Celerity adapter

3With the rEFIt CD inserted, boot the system while pressing and holding ‘C’ key. This will boot the rEFIt CD.

4The rEFIt boot menu will appear which contains a series of icons. Release the ‘C’ key and use the arrows to highlight the “Start EFI Shell” icon. Press ‘Return’ to enter the EFI Shell.

5At the prompt, enter the ‘driver-b’ command. Scroll through the list of installed EFI drivers and find the ATTO Celerity driver. There may be more than one entry based on the number and type of adapter(s). Note the two or three digit hexadecimal driver handle on the far left of the screen.

6At the prompt, enter ‘drvcfg -s {handle}’ where {handle} is the hexadecimal number from the previous step. This will launch the EFI Configuration Utility for the associated adapter.

7Use the on-screen menus to configure your adapter. Help is available at the bottom of the screen.

8When exiting the configuration utility, if you changed any settings, the system will restart the adapter so the new settings take effect.

9At the prompt, enter ‘exit’ to return to the rEFIt boot menu or ‘reset’ to restart the system.

Installing OS X Snow Leopard onto a disk attached to a Celerity adapter (only for 8Gb FC adapters)

1Install your Celerity adapter and connect your storage.

2If you are launching the OS X installation by booting the installation DVD:

a.Launch the installation and proceed to the “Select the disk where you want to install Mac OS X” screen

b.If you need to partition your disk, open Disk Utility from the Utilities menu. Once you partition your disk and exit, the newly created volume will appear in the installer window.

3If you are launching the OS X installation from an existing OS X installation:

a.If you need to partition disk, open Disk Utility from /Applications/Utilities. Partition your disk and exit.

b.Launch the installation DVD and proceed to the “Select the disk where you want to install Mac OS X” screen.

4Select the volume on the disk where you want to install OS X.

5Click ‘Install’ and proceed with the rest of OS X installation.

6When OS X installation completes, install the latest Celerity driver from the ATTO Technology website.

Installing OS X Leopard or Tiger onto a disk attached to a Celerity adapter (only for 8Gb FC adapters)

Note

Due to limitations of the Mac OS X Installer, two systems are required to complete this procedure. These will be referred to as the “target” and “host” systems. The target system will contain your Celerity adapter and storage. The host system will only be used during the installation and must be an Intel- based system capable of booting the OS X installation CD. However, it does not have to be the same type of system as the target system. For example, you may use a MacBook Pro to install OS X on a Mac Pro containing your Celerity adapter. Both systems must have an available FireWire port.

1On the target system, install the Celerity adapter and connect your storage.

2Connect the target and host systems with a FireWire cable.

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ATTO Technology FC-84EN, FC-82EN, FC-81EN operation manual
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FC-81EN, FC-82EN, FC-84EN specifications

ATTO Technology's FC-82EN is a 16Gb Fibre Channel HBA (Host Bus Adapter) that provides high-performance connectivity for storage area networks. Designed for use with both Windows and Linux operating systems, the FC-82EN is ideal for enterprises seeking to optimize data transfer rates and reduce latency for mission-critical applications.

One of the key features of the FC-82EN is its support for 16Gb Fibre Channel, which doubles the bandwidth from previous generations, allowing for faster data transfers. This is particularly beneficial in environments with heavy I/O workloads, such as virtualized data centers and large databases. With its backward compatibility, users can seamlessly integrate the FC-82EN into existing Fibre Channel networks that operate at 4Gb and 8Gb speeds, ensuring flexibility and protecting existing investments.

The FC-82EN employs advanced technologies to enhance performance and reliability. It incorporates ATTO's proprietary Advanced Data Streaming (ADS) technology, which optimizes data flow between the host system and storage devices. By minimizing processing overhead and maximizing throughput, ADS ensures that data-intensive applications run smoothly. Additionally, the HBA features a built-in intelligent caching mechanism to help manage data transfer and reduce bottlenecks.

Another significant characteristic of the FC-82EN is its support for multipathing, which enhances availability and load balancing across multiple paths in a storage network. This feature is crucial in distributed systems where uptime is critical, as it helps to prevent single points of failure and effectively utilizes available resources.

For manageability and ease of use, the FC-82EN includes ATTO's configurable driver and management software, providing users with a comprehensive suite of tools for monitoring performance, configuring settings, and troubleshooting issues. The adapter also supports end-to-end error detection and recovery protocols, ensuring data integrity throughout the transfer process.

In summary, the ATTO Technology FC-82EN is a robust and versatile Fibre Channel HBA that meets the demanding requirements of modern data environments. With its high-speed capabilities, advanced technologies, and strong management features, the FC-82EN is an excellent choice for organizations looking to enhance their storage network performance and reliability.
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