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Installing and Configuring the HBA Driver

4.Label each cable to identify the HBA and the storage/switch/hub port to which it connects.

5.After connecting all HBAs in the server, power up the server.

Special Installation Sequence for Stratus ftServers and EMC CLARiiON Arrays

A specific installation sequence is required when installing QLogic HBAs with the Stratus ftServers and EMC CLARiiON® storage. Failure to follow this sequence may result in a STOP: 0X0000007B bugcheck error when booting the Stratus server for the first time when connected to EMC CLARiiON storage.

With the Stratus ftServer, if the HBA detects EMC CLARiiON array targets but no accessible LUNs, it prevents the Stratus server from booting. In this configuration, the Stratus ftServer attempts to boot from the array, instead of booting from the internal boot drive.

To avoid this issue before storage is correctly assigned, either boot the Stratus ftServer before connecting the fibre cables to the HBAs or, if connected to a fabric, disable the HBA ports on the switch before booting the ftServer.

After the system has booted, connect the cables or reenable the switch ports. Verify that the HBAs are logged in to the EMC CLARiiON array; then stop and restart the Navisphere agent on the ftServer host. This will register the HBAs with the CLARiiON array and allow the HBA to properly detect the available LUNs.

Special Instructions for CLARiiON CX200-Series Direct-Connect Dual-Host Clustering Configurations

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For CLARiiON CX200-Series direct-connect dual-host cluster configurations only with QLA234x HBAs, you must follow all procedures described in this section.

For CLARiiON CX200-Series direct-connect dual-host cluster configurations with only QLA234x HBAs, you may need a separate driver and firmware download. The EMC Support Matrix notes whether separate driver and firmware files are required.

For each HBA that is determined to require updated firmware and drivers, follow the instructions under Downloading QLogic Drivers and Firmware on page 2-2. Be sure to reference the Name and Description

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QLogic specifications

EMC QLogic is a leading provider of advanced networking solutions, primarily known for its high-performance storage area network (SAN) technologies. It specializes in Fibre Channel and Ethernet networking products, offering robust solutions that are essential for modern data center environments.

One of the key features of EMC QLogic is its exceptional performance in high-speed data transfer. QLogic's Fibre Channel products, such as switches and host bus adapters (HBAs), support speeds of up to 32 Gbps, ensuring ultra-fast communication between storage devices and servers. This high throughput is crucial for applications demanding high IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second), particularly in virtualized environments and databases.

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In summary, EMC QLogic combines high-speed performance, advanced features, and robust reliability in its networking solutions. With a focus on scalability and security, it provides organizations with the tools necessary to build and manage efficient, modern data centers that can adapt to evolving technological demands. Its commitment to innovation positions EMC QLogic as a trusted partner in the storage networking landscape.