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Page 1: Installation Guide
Installation Guide hp StorageWorks AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Third Edition (June 2004) Part Number: AA–RU1ZC–TE This guide describes how to install, configure, and use the diagnostic utilities for the AB232A PCI-X host bus adapter for 64-bit Windows operating systems. - Page 2 Hewlett-Packard Company products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements for such products. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Printed in the U.S.A. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Third Edition (June 2004) Part Number: AA–RU1ZC–TE...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
HP Authorized Reseller ........ - Page 4 Certification and Classification Information ........58 AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide...
- Page 5 AB232A HBA Diagram Description ........
- Page 6 Contents AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide...
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Page 7: About This Guide
This installation guide provides information to help you: Install, configure, and use the diagnostic utilities for the AB232A PCI-X host bus adapter for 64-bit Windows systems. Contact technical support for additional assistance. “About this Guide” topics include: Overview, page 8... -
Page 8: Overview
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 HP StorageWorks AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Release Notes. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide... -
Page 9: Conventions
The following symbols may be found in the text of this guide. They have the following meanings. WARNING: directions in the warning could result in bodily harm or death. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Table 1 Element Blue text:... -
Page 10: Equipment Symbols
Contact with this surface could result in injury. To reduce the risk of personal injury from a hot WARNING: component, allow the surface to cool before touching. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide... -
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 website http://www.hp.com. HP Technical Support Telephone numbers for worldwide technical support are listed on the HP website http://www.hp.com/support/. From this website, select the country of origin. -
Page 12: Hp Storage Website
About this Guide HP Storage Website The HP website 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 website, select the appropriate product or solution. HP Authorized Reseller For the name of your nearest HP authorized reseller:... -
Page 13: Adapter Features
Adapter Features This introduction to the AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter (HBA) includes: Product Performance AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Description, page 14 Specifications, page 16... -
Page 14: Product Description
Optical small form factor (LC) interface LC Fibre connector. Embedded optical shortwave laser, multi-mode Fibre Channel interface. AB232A is designed using a single custom Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). The custom ASIC implements a very high performance, multiclass, multiprotocol Fibre Channel host adapter with a 64-bit PCI-X bus connection. -
Page 15: Ab232A Hba
AB232A HBA. Figure 1: AB232A HBA Table 2 Table 2: AB232A HBA Diagram Description Figure Legend AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide describes the AB232A HBA. Fibre Channel (LC) connectors. POST LEDs indicators Note: See Table 3, on page 22 for detailed descriptions. -
Page 16: Performance Specifications
Adapter Features Performance Specifications The AB232A HBA offers a highly integrated 2 Gbps Fibre Channel HBA for use in Itanium servers based on the latest PCI-X expansion bus. The features of the AB232A HBA provides the flexibility and broad interoperability needed for complex, highly scalable SANs. -
Page 17: Installation
Installation This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for installing the AB232A HBA, including: Hardware Requirements Recording Reference Numbers Installing the HBA into a Computer Verifying the Installation Configuration Guidelines 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: AB232A HBA requires one open 64-bit/133 MHz PCI-X universal slot. Multimode fiber optic cable with LC connector, used with shortwave lasers. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide... -
Page 19: Recording Reference Numbers
The WWN address and serial number are clearly marked on the HBA. Record the addresses on the lines below for future reference. Note: The WWN is a static identifier that cannot be changed. IEEE address: __________________________________________________ Serial number: __________________________________________________ AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Installation... -
Page 20: Installing The Hba Into A Computer
9. Secure the HBA mounting bracket to the computer panel with the panel screws. 10. Replace the computer cover and secure it using the previously removed screws. Be sure to observe the ESD precautions described on page 59 for AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide... - Page 21 The HBAs do not allow normal data transmission on an optical link unless the link is connected to a similar or compatible laser product. That is, both products are multimode to multimode. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Installation...
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Page 22: Verifying The Installation
Fast blink (4 Hz) of this guide. The green LED indicates power functions and the lists normal LED indications. Green LED (L2) Blink (1 Hz) AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Table 2 State Wake-up failure (dead board) POST failure (dead board) -
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 Website at http://www.hp.com/country/us/eng/support.html. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Installation... - Page 24 Installation AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter 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 website 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
StorageWorks Fibre Channel Storage subsystem (interconnect device and storage device) Installing or Upgrading a New Driver The AB232A HBA is a plug-and-play device that is detected by Windows operating systems. Perform the following steps to add or update the Windows driver to a previously installed Windows system: 1. -
Page 27: Installing The Lightpulse Utility
Installing the LightPulse Utility The LightPulse Utility, LpUtilNt (described in 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 AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide...
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Page 29: 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. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide... -
Page 30: Post Conditions And Results
POST processing in progress Failure while functioning Failure while functioning Normal—1 Gb link rate Normal—2 Gb link rate Blink (1 Hz) Normal—link down or not yet started AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Table 3 on page 22 State... -
Page 31: Using The Event Viewer
6. Examine the entry at offset 0x10: if the low byte = En, match the low byte with the error found in page 34, and values. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Table 5 on page 32, SCSI Port Error Log. Table 7... -
Page 32: Windows Miniport Event Log Codes
Hard link down time-out occurred Error interrupt occurred Mailbox cmd time-out AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide 0x11 to 0x13 Further Information 0x11 = cmdstat, 12 = parm err 0x11 = cmdstat, 12 = parm err 0x11 = cmdstat, 12 = parm err 0x11 = cmdstat, 12 = parm err 0x11 to 13 = D_DID that didn’t fit... - Page 33 0xEC 0xED 0xEF 0xF1 0xF2 0xF3 0xF4 0xF5 AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Explanation Mailbox rsp err HBA not ready after init Requested loop but link = PT–PT Mailbox int. but cmd not complete SRB already queued to ring...
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Page 34: Cmdstat Values
IOSTAT_LOCAL_REJECT IOSTAT_NPORT_RJT IOSTAT_FABRIC_RJT IOSTAT_NPORT_BSY IOSTAT_FBRIC_BSY AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide 0x11 to 0x13 Further Information 0x11 = cmdstat, 12 = parm err, 13 = ALPA 0x11 = pcpcntrl, 12 = scsisat, 13 = 0x11 = errtype, 12 = srbstat, 13 =... -
Page 35: Parameter Error Values Valid Only When Cmdstat=0X3
0x05 0x06 0x07 0x08 0x09 0x0A 0x0B 0x0C 0x0D 0x0E 0x0F 0x10 0x11 0x12 0x13 0x14 0x15 AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide IOSTAT_INTERMED_RSP IOSTAT_LS_RJT IOSTAT_BA_RJT Explanation IOERR_SUCCESS IOERR_MISSING_CONTINUE IOERR_SEQUENCE_TIMEOUT IOERR_INTERNAL_ERROR IOERR_INVALID_RPI IOERR_NO_XRI IOERR_ILLEGAL_COMMAND IOERR_XCHG_DROPPED IOERR_ILLEGAL_FIELD IOERR_BAC_CONTINUE IOERR_TOO_MANY_BUFFERS IOERR_RCV_BUFFER_WAITING... - Page 36 IOERR_RESERVED IOERR_RESERVED IOERR_RESERVED IOERR_ABORT_MULTI_ REQUESTED IOERR_RESERVED IOERR_RESERVED IOERR_LINK_BUFFER_ SHORTAGE IOERR_RCV_XRIBUF_WAITING AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Further Information FC_AL target not responding. Received our own transmitted frame back. Port may be bypassed by a hub. Possible bad cable/link noise...
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Page 37: 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. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter 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 on page 27. -
Page 39: Drive Parameters
7. Click Open. Note: The new software is transferred to the HBA. 8. Expand the category list and choose Adapter Revision Levels. 9. Verify that the new firmware revision is shown. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities... -
Page 40: Modify Diagnostic Driver Parameters In The Windows Registry
Choose Global to change the global registry entry. Otherwise, the change is made to the HBA-specific registry entry. Do not modify the registry parameters unless specifically instructed AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide... - Page 41 FrameSizeMSB = n HardALPA = 0xn LinkTimeOut = n LogErrors = n NodeTimeOut = n AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities Description Values from 0x00 – 0xFF. Controls NT SRB error status for general Abort conditions.
- Page 42 256. Represents time-out between phases of Off-line to On-line protocol. Values 0 or 1. Default = 0. 0 = Lowest AL_PA = Lowest physical disk (ascending AL_PA order). 1 = Highest AL_PA = Lowest Physical Disk (ascending SEL_ID order). AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide...
- Page 43 SimulateDevice = n SnsALL = n Topology = n TrafficCop = n AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities Description Values from 0-2. Default = 0. Controls which driver interface to use. 0 = automode; attempt SLI-2 first. If that fails, uses SLI-1.
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Page 44: Set Up Persistent Binding
0xA9 0xB1 0xB2 0xB3 0xB4 0xC3 0xC5 0xC6 0xC7 0xCE 0xD1 0xD2 0xD3 0xDC 0xE0 0xE1 0xE2 AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide 0x17 0x18 0x1B 0x27 0x29 0x2A 0x33 0x34 0x35 0x46 0x47 0x49 0x52 0x53 0x54 0x65... -
Page 45: Prerequisites
5. If required, change the Bind Type for the target. 6. If required, change the SCSI Bus and SCSI ID values. 7. Click OK. The letters PB display next to the target row. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Figure Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities... -
Page 46: Global Automap And Unmasking Overview
— Unless LUNs were previously mapped, if LUN Automap is disabled for the target, no LUNs will be mapped when you reboot the system. — If LUN Unmasking is disabled for the target, the HBA can see all LUNS behind a specific target. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide... -
Page 47: Mapping And Masking Luns
Enable the external loopback tests by choosing 1=Y. The default is disabled, 0=No. Internal BIU PCI loopback and other loopback tests are run automatically. b. Choose 0=No if you do not have an external loopback connector. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities Figure... -
Page 48: Modify Test Options
Choose this option to update firmware or non-volatile parameters in the flash ROM. This option also displays program images (load list) stored in the HBA memory. You must reboot the HBA for the new firmware to take effect. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide... -
Page 49: Show Host Bus Adapter Info
Status/Counters Info Link Status Link Attention Quit the LightPulse Utility Choose this option to exit the program. A warning message indicates if any errors were encountered during the session. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities... - Page 50 Diagnostic and Configuration Utilities AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide...
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Page 51: A Regulatory Compliance Notices
Regulatory Compliance Notices This appendix covers the following topics: Federal Communications Commission Canadian Notice (Avis European Union Japanese Laser Safety, page 58 AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Canadien), page 54 Notice, page 55 Notice, page 56 Notice, page 52... -
Page 52: Federal Communications Commission Notice
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide... -
Page 53: Network And Serial Cables
DECLARATION D'INSTALLATION ET DE MISE EN EXPLOITATION d'un matériel de traitement de l'information (ATI), classé A en fonction des niveaux de perturbations radioélectriques émis, définis dans la norme européenne EN 55022 concernant la Compatibilité Electromagnétique. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Regulatory Compliance Notices... -
Page 54: Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien)
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. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide... -
Page 55: European Union Notice
IEC61000-4-5, IEC61000-4-6, IEC61000-4-8, IEC61000-4-11)-Electromagnetic Immunity EN60950 (IEC60950)-Product Safety Power Quality: (IEC610000-3-2)-Harmonics and (IEC61000-3-3)-Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker Also approved under UL 1950, 3rd Edition/CSA C22.2 No. 950-95, Safety of Information Technology Equipment AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Regulatory Compliance Notices... -
Page 56: Japanese Notice
Regulatory Compliance Notices Japanese Notice AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide... -
Page 57: Harmonics Conformance (Japan)
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) AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide Regulatory Compliance Notices... -
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
Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers. Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry. Always make sure you are properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide... -
Page 60: Grounding Methods
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. AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide... -
Page 61: Index
European Union notice AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide HBAs class A compliance notice compliance statement, cables Federal Communications Commission (FCC) notice flash ROM, updating parameters in getting help... - Page 62 POST LED results Windows Event Viewer udating drivers utilities, LightPulse 27, viewing HBA parameters websites, HP storage Windows Event log Event Viewer installing or updating drivers loading LightPulse utility SCSI Miniport drivers system requirements AB232A PCI-X Host Bus Adapter Installation Guide...