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7.Some servers use SCSI CD-ROM drives. If your server has a SCSI CD-ROM, repeat steps 5 and 6 to select the driver for the SCSI controller. If your controller is not on the list, obtain the driver on diskette from the vendor.

8.If you want to specify drivers for other devices installed in your system, do so; otherwise press ENTER at the Additional Devices dialog to continue with Windows installation.

9.After completing Windows installation, reinstall the QLogic driver using the steps under Installation Procedure for Windows NT Hosts on page 2-15.

Windows 2000 For detailed installation instructions on the HP ProLiant BL20p G2 and BL40p, refer to HP ProLiant BL p-Class server blades Booting Windows systems from 3rd party Storage Array Network (SAN), How To, located here:

ftp://ftp.compaq.com/pub/supportinformation/techpubs/ other/5982-3248en_rev1_us.pdf

After completing Windows installation, reinstall the QLogic driver using the steps under Installation Procedure for Windows 2000 and Windows 2003 Hosts on page 2-16.

Installing EFI boot code onto the HBA

To boot from a Symmetrix device via a QLogic fibre controller under the Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI) shell, QLogic EFI boot code must be loaded to the HBA. EFI boot code provides the ability to boot from an attached device over Fibre Channel.

Check the EMC Support Matrix for the minimum required EFI boot code revision.

The CD-ROM contains the latest EMC-approved EFI boot code at the time of this document’s release. Update EFI boot code files, if available, can be found on the qLogic website http://www.qlogic.com.

NOTE: If your system does not have a floppy disk driver, a USB pen drive can be used to run utilities and store files for this procedure. Check with your server vendor to determine whether a USB pen drive is supported for your system.

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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.

Another prominent aspect of EMC QLogic's technology is its support for advanced features like Data Center Bridging (DCB). DCB enables the convergence of storage and traditional Ethernet traffic on a single network, streamlining data center management and reducing costs. By allowing both storage and data networking to coexist on the same infrastructure, EMC QLogic enhances efficiency and simplifies network architecture.

Scalability is another characteristic that sets EMC QLogic apart. The architecture is designed to support a wide range of deployment sizes, from small businesses to large enterprise data centers. This scalability ensures that organizations can grow their IT infrastructure without needing to overhaul their existing deployment.

EMC QLogic also places a strong emphasis on reliability and security. Their products are built with redundancy and failover mechanisms, which minimize downtime and ensure continuous operation even in the event of hardware failure. Additionally, security features such as encryption and access controls are integrated to protect sensitive data as it travels across the network.

Management and monitoring capabilities are also integral to EMC QLogic's offerings. The company provides advanced software tools for managing network resources, allowing administrators to monitor performance, diagnose issues, and optimize configurations efficiently. This helps organizations maintain peak performance and reduces operational complexity.

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.