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hp StorageWorks
AB466A and AB467A PCI-X Host
Bus Adapters for 64-Bit Windows
Systems
First Edition (June 2004)
Part Number: AA–RVHJA–TE
This guide describes how to install, configure, and use the diagnostic utilities for the AB466A
and AB467A PCI-X host bus adapters for 64-bit Windows operating systems.
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- Page 1 Installation Guide hp StorageWorks AB466A and AB467A PCI-X Host Bus Adapters for 64-Bit Windows Systems First Edition (June 2004) Part Number: AA–RVHJA–TE This guide describes how to install, configure, and use the diagnostic utilities for the AB466A and AB467A PCI-X host bus adapters for 64-bit Windows operating systems.
- Page 2 © Copyright 2002–2004 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Hewlett-Packard Company makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Hewlett-Packard shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
HP Authorized Reseller ........ - Page 4 Contents Troubleshooting ...........29 POST Conditions and Results .
- Page 5 Contents Electrostatic Discharge..........59 Grounding Methods .
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Page 7: About This Guide
about this guide About this Guide This installation guide provides information to help you: Install, configure, and use the diagnostic utilities for the AB466A and About this Guide AB467A PCI-X host bus adapter for 64-bit Windows systems. Contact technical support for additional assistance. “About this Guide”... -
Page 8: Overview
About this Guide Overview This section covers the following topics: Intended Audience Related Documentation Intended Audience This book is intended for use by system administrators who are experienced with the following: Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition, 64-bit version Host bus adapters Related Documentation In addition to this guide, refer to the tbd. -
Page 9: Conventions
Variables <monospace, italic font> Web site addresses Blue, underlined sans serif font text: http://www.hp.com Text Symbols The following symbols may be found in the text of this guide. They have the following meanings. WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions in the warning could result in bodily harm or death. -
Page 10: Equipment Symbols
About this Guide Caution: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or data. Note: Text set off in this manner presents commentary, sidelights, or interesting points of information. Equipment Symbols The following equipment symbols may be found on hardware for which this guide pertains. -
Page 11: Getting Help
Getting Help If you still have a question after reading this guide, contact an HP authorized service provider or access our web site http://www.hp.com. HP Technical Support Telephone numbers for worldwide technical support are listed on the HP web site http://www.hp.com/support/. -
Page 12: Hp Storage Web Site
About this Guide HP Storage Web Site The HP web site has the latest information on this product, as well as the latest drivers. Access storage at http://h18006.www1.hp.com/storage/saninfrastructure.html. From this web site, select the appropriate product or solution. HP Authorized Reseller... -
Page 13: Adapter Features
Adapter Features This introduction to the AB466A and AB467A HBAs PCI-X HBAs includes: Product Description, page 14 Performance Specifications, page 16 AB466A and AB467A PCI-X Host Bus Adapters for 64-Bit Windows Systems Installation Guide... -
Page 14: Product Description
Adapter Features Product Description The AB466A and AB467A HBAs have the following characteristics: Robust suite of software supporting Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition, 64-bit version. Optical small form factor (LC) interface LC Fibre connector. Embedded optical shortwave laser, multi-mode Fibre Channel interface. These HBAs are designed using a single custom Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). -
Page 15: Ab466A/Ab467A Host Bus Adapter
Adapter Features Figure 1 illustrates the AB466A and AB467A HBAs.. Figure 1: AB466A/AB467A host bus adapter Table 2 describes the HBA components. Table 2: Host Bus Adapter Diagram Description Figure Legend Description Power On Self Test (POST) LED Indicators Table 3 on page 32 for detailed descriptions. - Page 16 Adapter Features Performance Specifications The AB466A and AB467A HBAs offer a highly integrated 2 Gbps Fibre Channel HBA for use in Itanium servers based on the latest PCI-X expansion bus. The features of these HBAs provide the flexibility and broad interoperability needed for complex, highly scalable SANs.
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Page 17: Installation
Installation This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for installing the AB466A and AB467A HBAs, including: Hardware Requirements, page 18 Recording Reference Numbers, page 19 Installing the HBA into a Computer, page 20 Verifying the Installation, page 22 Configuration Guidelines, page 23 This chapter also provides information on installation guidelines and supported configurations for the operating systems. -
Page 18: Hardware Requirements
Installation Hardware Requirements The system hardware requirements for installing the HBAs include: One open 64-bit/133 MHz PCI-X universal slot. Multimode fiber optic cable with LC connector, used with shortwave lasers. AB466A and AB467A PCI-X Host Bus Adapters for 64-Bit Windows Systems Installation Guide... -
Page 19: Recording Reference Numbers
Installation Recording Reference Numbers Each HBA ships with a unique address identifier that is stored in flash memory. Fibre Channel industry standards issue two unique identifiers: WorldWide Port Name (WWPN) and Node Name (NN), each of which is derived from the HBA’s IEEE address. -
Page 20: Installing The Hba Into A Computer
Installation Installing the HBA into a Computer Use the following procedure for installing the HBA into a computer. Caution: Be sure to observe the ESD precautions described on page 59 for this procedure. 1. Make sure the computer is powered off. 2. - Page 21 Installation 11. Attach media: a. Connect the fiber optic cable to the LC connector on the HBA. b. Connect the other end of the cable to the Fibre Channel device. Note: The HBAs do not allow normal data transmission on an optical link unless the link is connected to a similar or compatible laser product.
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Page 22: Verifying The Installation
Installation Verifying the Installation To verify the HBA is properly installed and is operating: 1. Turn on the computer. 2. At power up, observe the POST LED indicators on the HBA. The position of the POST LED indicators is shown in Figure 1 on page 15, and Table 2... -
Page 23: Configuration Guidelines
Consult the following sources for any restriction and for information on supported configurations specific to your operating system and topology. Release Notes HP web site at http://www.hp.com/country/us/eng/support.html. AB466A and AB467A PCI-X Host Bus Adapters for 64-Bit Windows Systems Installation Guide... - Page 24 Installation AB466A and AB467A PCI-X Host Bus Adapters for 64-Bit Windows Systems Installation Guide...
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Page 25: Installing The Scsi Miniport Driver
PCI-X-to-Fibre Channel HBA is to operate. System managers must also have access to standard system documentation. HBA files are updated periodically. You can download the latest versions of the HBA driver kits from the HP web site at http://h18000.www1.hp.com/storage/saninfrastructure.html. Note: This chapter describes the steps for installing the device driver and for accessing Fibre Channel storage devices. -
Page 26: Device Driver Installation
4. Double-click the Smart Component, cp00xxxx.exe. Note: Refer to the following web site for the information about this Smart Component’s version number: http://h18000.www1.hp.com/storage/saninfrastructure.html. 5. Follow the installation wizard instructions. 6. When the installation completes, you must reboot. 7. Repeat step 1... -
Page 27: Installing The Lightpulse Utility
The LightPulse Utility, LpUtilNt (described in Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities, on page 37) does not automatically load. HP recommends that after loading the HBA driver, you install LpUtilNt as follows: 1. Browse to the LighPulse folder on the Smart Setup CD-ROM (or to one downloaded from the web site if it is more recent). - Page 28 Installing the SCSI Miniport Driver AB466A and AB467A PCI-X Host Bus Adapters for 64-Bit Windows Systems Installation Guide...
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Page 29: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The Power-On Self Test (POST) and the Windows Event Viewer are utilities you can use for troubleshooting the HBA. This chapter explains the use of these utilities in the event of an HBA problem. AB466A and AB467A PCI-X Host Bus Adapters for 64-Bit Windows Systems Installation Guide... -
Page 30: Post Conditions And Results
Troubleshooting POST Conditions and Results Table 4 lists the HBA LED states with descriptions of each.The position of the POST LED indicators is defined in Figure 1 on page 15, and Table 6 on page 32 of this guide. If the LEDs indicate a failure during POST: 1. -
Page 31: Using The Event Viewer
Troubleshooting Using The Event Viewer The Windows SCSI driver verifies the condition of the HBA POST. If there is a failure or a suspected failure, an error log entry is issued to the Windows Event log. Following is the procedure for viewing the event log. From the Main menu: 1. -
Page 32: Windows Miniport Event Log Codes
Troubleshooting Windows Miniport Event Log Codes The Windows Miniport driver logs events and errors in the Windows Event log. Serious errors are always logged. Informational events are only logged if the registry parameter LogError=1 is used. All Miniport logged events are issued with an Event ID of 11 (INTERNAL ADAPTER ERROR) but do not necessarily indicate an HBA error occurred. - Page 33 Troubleshooting Table 5: SCSI Port Error Log Codes (Continued) 0x10 Offset Explanation 0x11 to 0x13 Further Information 0xE3 Mailbox rsp err 0x11 = command, 12–13 = mbxstatus 0xE4 HBA not ready after init Status register bytes 1–3 in event 11–13 0xE5 Requested loop but link = PT–PT...
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Page 34: Cmdstat Values
Troubleshooting Table 5: SCSI Port Error Log Codes (Continued) 0x10 Offset Explanation 0x11 to 0x13 Further Information 0xF6 PCP_IXXX_CR IOCB rsp 0x11 = cmdstat, 12 = parm err, 13 = ALPA 0xF7 Ring hd !=0 && pendingsrb!=NULL 0xF8 Invalid FCP_RSP 0x11 = pcpcntrl, 12 = scsisat, 13 = 0xF9 Two consec. -
Page 35: Parameter Error Values Valid Only When Cmdstat=0X3
Troubleshooting Table 6: CmdStat Values (Continued) IOSTAT_INTERMED_RSP IOSTAT_LS_RJT Remote sent LS_RJT IOSTAT_BA_RJT Remote sent BA_RJT Table 7: Parameter Error Values Valid only when CmdStat=0x3 0x12 Offset Explanation Further Information 0x00 IOERR_SUCCESS 0x01 IOERR_MISSING_CONTINUE 0x02 IOERR_SEQUENCE_TIMEOUT Possible bad cable/link noise 0x03 IOERR_INTERNAL_ERROR 0x04 IOERR_INVALID_RPI... - Page 36 Troubleshooting Table 7: Parameter Error Values Valid only when CmdStat=0x3 (Continued) 0x12 Offset Explanation Further Information 0x16 IOERR_ABORT_REQUESTED 0x17 IOERR_RECEIVE_BUFFER_ TIMEOUT 0x18 IOERR_LOOP_OPEN_FAILURE FC_AL target not responding. Received our own transmitted frame back. Port may be bypassed by a hub. 0x19 IOERR_RING_RESET 0x1A...
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Page 37: Diagnostic And Configuration Utilities
Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities This chapter contains instructions for using the LightPulse Utility, LpUtilNt, a Windows-based graphical user interface. Use this utility to update firmware, BIOS, view registry parameters, perform persistent binding operations on selected targets, and obtain specific information about all HBAs installed in the server. AB466A and AB467A PCI-X Host Bus Adapters for 64-Bit Windows Systems Installation Guide... -
Page 38: Using Lightpulse Utility
LightPulse Utilitycan operate properly. You can alternately set the registry parameter Simulate Device=1. LightPulse Utility does not load automatically on Windows Server 2003 systems. HP recommends that you install the LightPulse utility after installing the HBA drivers as described in the section Installing the LightPulse Utility on page 27. - Page 39 Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities Configuration Data—View information about the data in each of the configuration regions in the flash ROM of the selected HBA. Drive Parameters—View information about device driver parameters that are maintained in the Windows/NT registry. Persistent Binding—View and manage persistent binding for the adapter, and LUN mapping and masking for devices in your SAN.
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Page 40: Modify Diagnostic Driver Parameters In The Windows Registry
Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities Modify Diagnostic Driver Parameters in the Windows Registry This screen provides information about device driver parameters that are maintained in the Windows registry and allows you to modify those values. Caution: Do not modify the registry parameters unless specifically instructed to do so by support personnel. -
Page 41: Driver Parameters
Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities Table 8 lists the current parameters that you can set. Table 8: Driver Parameters Parameter Description AbortStatus = 0xn Values from 0x00 – 0xFF. Controls NT SRB error status for general Abort conditions. Default = SRB_STATUS_BUS_RESET (0x0E) which will not cause the current NT class driver to throttle down I/O performance after four of these errors have been received (on a per-LUN basis). - Page 42 Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities Table 8: Driver Parameters (Continued) Parameter Description QueueDepth = n Values from 1–64 (decimal). Default = 64. Requests per LUN/Target (see Queue Target parameter). QueueTarget = n Values 0 or 1 (decimal). Default = 0. 0 = QueueDepth applies on a per LUN basis: 1 = QueueDepth applies on a Target basis.
- Page 43 Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities Table 8: Driver Parameters (Continued) Parameter Description SilFlags = n Values from 0-2. Default = 0. Controls which driver interface to use. 0 = automode; attempt SLI-2 first. If that fails, uses SLI-1. 1 = always use SLI-1. 2 = always use SLI-2.
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Page 44: Set Up Persistent Binding
Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities Table 9 lists the Arbitrated Loop Physical Addresses (AL-PA) you can set. Table 9: AL-PA Values 0x01 0x02 0x04 0x08 0x0F 0x10 0x17 0x18 0x1B 0x1D 0x1E 0x1F 0x23 0x25 0x26 0x27 0x29 0x2A 0x2B 0x2C 0x2D 0x2E 0x31... -
Page 45: Prerequisites
Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities Persistent binding permanently maps a device to the following: Binding type World Wide Port Name (WWPN), World Wide Node Name (WWNN), or a Destination Identifier (D_ID) SCSI bus SCSI ID Prerequisites Installed Miniport driver with the adjunct driver Installed LightPulse Utility Global Automap All Targets is enabled. -
Page 46: Global Automap And Unmasking Overview
Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities Global Automap and Unmasking Overview Global Automap All Targets defaults to enabled, to allow the driver to detect all Fibre Channel devices attached to the HBAs. If Global Automap All Targets is disabled, the driver detects Fibre Channel devices attached to the HBA, and does not pass them to the operating system unless they are already persistently bound. -
Page 47: Mapping And Masking Luns
Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities Mapping and Masking LUNs From the LightPulse Utility Main menu screen: 1. Choose the desired HBA. 2. Expand the category list and choose Persistent Binding. 3. Click on a target. The Lunmap button becomes active. 4. Click Lunmap. The Lunmap window displays, as shown in Figure Figure 3: Lunmap window Test Host Bus Adapters... -
Page 48: Modify Test Options
Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities Note: Testing the HBA while it is connected to an arbitrated loop is not recommended. Modify Test Options Use this option to specify the number of passes on one or more of these tests: PCI loopback, internal loopback, external Loopback, or all three. From the LightPulse Utility Main menu screen: 1. -
Page 49: Show Host Bus Adapter Info
Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities Show Host Bus Adapter Info Choose this option to display HBA data in these areas: BIU PCI Configuration Parameters HBA Info and Status Adapter Revisions Display Configuration Data Service Parameters Status/Counters Info Link Status Link Attention Quit the LightPulse Utility Choose this option to exit the program. - Page 50 Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities AB466A and AB467A PCI-X Host Bus Adapters for 64-Bit Windows Systems Installation Guide...
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Page 51: A Regulatory Compliance Notices
Regulatory Compliance Notices This appendix covers the following topics: Federal Communications Commission Notice, page 52 Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien), page 54 European Union Notice, page 55 Japanese Notice, page 56 Laser Safety, page 58 AB466A and AB467A PCI-X Host Bus Adapters for 64-Bit Windows Systems Installation Guide... -
Page 52: Federal Communications Commission Notice
Regulatory Compliance Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and Regulations has established Radio Frequency (RF) emission limits to provide an interference-free radio frequency spectrum. Many electronic devices, including computers, generate RF energy incidental to their intended function and are, therefore, covered by these rules. -
Page 53: Network And Serial Cables
Regulatory Compliance Notices Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case users will be required to correct the interference at their own expense. The end user of this product should be aware that any changes or modifications made to this equipment without the approval of Hewlett-Packard could result in the product not meeting the Class A limits, in which case the FCC could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. -
Page 54: Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien)
Regulatory Compliance Notices Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien) Class A Equipment This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. AB466A and AB467A PCI-X Host Bus Adapters for 64-Bit Windows Systems Installation Guide... -
Page 55: European Union Notice
Regulatory Compliance Notices European Union Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms (the equivalent international standards are in parenthesis): EN55022 1998 (CISPR 22)-Electromagnetic Interference EN55024 1998 (IEC61000-4-2, IEC61000-4-3, IEC61000-4-4,... -
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Regulatory Compliance Notices Japanese Notice AB466A and AB467A PCI-X Host Bus Adapters for 64-Bit Windows Systems Installation Guide... -
Page 57: Harmonics Conformance (Japan)
Regulatory Compliance Notices Harmonics Conformance (Japan) German Noise Declaration Schalldruckpegel Lp = 70.3 dB(A) Am Arbeitsplatz (operator position) Normaler Betrieb (normal operation) Nach ISO 7779:1988 / EN 27779:1991 (Typprüfung) AB466A and AB467A PCI-X Host Bus Adapters for 64-Bit Windows Systems Installation Guide... -
Page 58: Laser Safety
Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to the laser device other than those specified herein. • Allow only HP authorized service technicians to repair the laser device. Certification and Classification Information This product contains a laser internal to the Optical Link Module (OLM) for connection to the Fiber communications port. -
Page 59: Electrostatic Discharge
Electrostatic Discharge To prevent damaging the system, you must take precautions when setting up the system or when handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system adapters or other static-sensitive devices. This type of damage can reduce the life expectancy of the device. To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions: Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers. -
Page 60: Grounding Methods
Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat. If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have an HP authorized reseller install the part. Note: For more information on static electricity, or for assistance with product installation, contact your HP authorized reseller. -
Page 61: Index
Arbitrated Loop Physical Addresses (AL_PA), class A compliance notice table of compliance statement, cables audience Federal Communications Commission (FCC) authorized reseller, HP notice flash ROM, updating parameters in cables, FCC compliance statement Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien) getting help Regulatory Compliance... - Page 62 HBA parameters LpUtilNt LightPulse Utility udating drivers utilities, LightPulse 27, parameter error values POST LED indicators, verifying HBA installation viewing HBA parameters web sites, HP storage reference numbers Windows Regulatory Compliance Event log notices Event Viewer related documentation installing or updating drivers...