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Configuring a Boot Device on an EMC Storage Array

◆The PCI Fibre Channel adapter must be the lowest-numbered PCI slot in the server. For example, if there are three adapters in the system in slots 2, 4, and 5, connect the cable to the adapter in slot. Do not connect cables to other adapters until the installation is complete and the host rebooted.

◆SCSI hard disks are allowed in SAN boot configurations. However, the BIOS for the disk's SCSI adapters must be disabled. Any SCSI disks attached to the host should be disconnected during the operating system installation.

◆For servers with SCSI CD-ROM drives, ensure that the BIOS is enabled on the SCSI channel that includes the CD-ROM. Disable the BIOS on any other integrated SCSI channels.

◆For servers with IDE CD-ROM drivers, disable the BIOS on the server's integrated SCSI adapter(s). The SCSI BIOS is not required to boot from the CD-ROM.

◆Disable the BIOS on any other adapters in the system other than the QLogic adapter designated for booting.

Configuring the QLogic BIOS for SAN boot

After the BIOS is installed and enabled, it must be configured for use for booting from the SAN. The following procedure describes how to configure the BIOS.

1.Connect the VNX series or CLARiiON SP Fibre Channel port to the adapter in the lowest-numbered PCI slot in the server.

2.Boot the server, and press CTRL-Qwhen the QLogic banner is displayed.

Note: Different adapter models may display different banners. Be sure to press CTRL-Qfor the adapter to be configured.

The banner display corresponds to the BIOS revision pertinent to the adapters currently installed. Refer to the EMC Support Matrix for specific adapters and BIOS revisions.

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EMC Host Connectivity with QLogic FC and iSCSI HBAs and FCoE CNAs for the Linux Environment