Appendix C RAID Controller Considerations

Embedded MegaRAID Controller

Downloading the LSI MegaSR Drivers

The MegaSR drivers are included in the C-series driver ISO for your server and OS. Download the drivers from Cisco.com:

Step 1 Find the drivers ISO file download for your server online and download it to a temporary location on your workstation:

a.See the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/software/navigator.html

b.Click Unified Computing and Servers in the middle column.

c.Click Cisco UCS C-Series Rack-Mount Standalone Server Software in the right-hand column.

d.Click your model of server in the right-hand column.

e.Click Unified Computing System (UCS) Drivers.

f.Click the release number that you are downloading.

g.Click Download to download the drivers ISO file.

h.Verify the information on the next page, then click Proceed With Download.

i.Continue through the subsequent screens to accept the license agreement and then browse to a location where you want to save the drivers ISO file.

Microsoft Windows Driver Installation

This section explains the steps to install the LSI MegaSR driver in a Windows installation.

This section contains the following topics:

Windows Server 2008R2 Driver Installation, page C-12

Updating the Windows Driver, page C-13

Linux Driver Installation, page C-14

Windows Server 2008R2 Driver Installation

Perform the following steps to install the LSI MegaSR device driver in a new Windows Server 2008R2 operating system. The Windows operating system automatically adds the driver to the registry and copies the driver to the appropriate directory.

Step 1 Create a RAID drive group using the LSI SWRAID Configuration utility before you install this driver for Windows. Launch this utility by pressing Ctrl+M when LSI SWRAID is shown during BIOS post.

Step 2 Download the Cisco UCS C-Series drivers ISO, as described in Downloading the LSI MegaSR Drivers, page C-12.

Step 3 Prepare the drivers on a USB thumb drive:

a.Burn the ISO image to a disc.

b.Browse the contents of the drivers folders to the location of the embedded MegaRAID drivers:

/<OS>/Storage/Intel/C600/

c.Expand the Zip file, which contains the folder with the MegaSR driver files.

 

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UCSRAID9266CV, C220, 9266CV-8i, UCSSP6C220E, UCUCSEZC220M3S specifications

Cisco Systems offers a range of powerful solutions for data center and enterprise infrastructures, among which are the UCSSP6C220E and UCUCSEZC220M3S, as well as the UCS C220 servers and the 9266CV-8i RAID controller. These products are designed to deliver high performance, scalability, and reliability, making them ideal for mission-critical applications across various industries.

The UCSSP6C220E is an essential component for the Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) environment. It is designed for exceptional performance in virtualization and cloud computing environments. Key features include support for Intel Xeon Scalable processors, allowing for improved processing power and efficiency. Additionally, the server supports numerous memory configurations, with support for up to 3TB of RAM using 24 DIMM slots. With its innovative design, the UCSSP6C220E provides efficient cooling and power management, ensuring optimal performance under heavy workloads.

The UCUCSEZC220M3S model further enhances the capabilities of Cisco UCS with its flexible storage options and advanced management features. It supports multiple networking technologies, enabling seamless integration into existing IT infrastructures. The server's scalability is a significant benefit, accommodating a wide variety of workloads from virtualization to high-performance computing.

The UCS C220 series is a versatile platform known for its balance of performance, storage, and density. It is ideal for running more applications while minimizing data center space. The C220 server can support both SAS and SATA drives, enabling businesses to choose the right storage solution for their specific needs.

The 9266CV-8i RAID controller is a robust solution designed to enhance data protection and performance. It supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, providing multiple options for balancing performance and redundancy. With 1GB of integrated cache memory, it helps accelerate data access, while its eight internal ports ensure high connectivity and flexibility for storage expansions.

Coupled with the UCSRAID9266CV, this controller simplifies storage management with advanced features such as online capacity expansion and dynamic RAID migration. Together, these technologies help organizations optimize their data centers while ensuring high availability and reliability, making Cisco Systems’ offerings a cornerstone for enterprise IT infrastructures.