IBM Ultra320 User Manual
PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter
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PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter
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Contents
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v
Handling Static Sensitive Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
About This Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ix
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References to AIX and Linux Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ix
Related Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ix
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Chapter 1. Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Verifying Operating System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Using AIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Using Linux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Chapter 2. Preparing for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Checking Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Using AIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Using Linux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Preparing for a PCI Slot-Length Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Determining Your Cable Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Internal Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
External Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Chapter 3. Installing the Device Driver Software (AIX) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Chapter 4. Installing the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter (AIX) . . . . . . . .7
Installing the Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Connecting Internal SCSI Backplanes and Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Connecting External SCSI Storage Peripheral Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Chapter 5. Setting Up the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter (AIX) . . . . . . .9
Verifying the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Verifying AIX Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Verifying Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Updating Hard Disk Drive and Adapter Microcode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Configuring the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Limit Adapter Speed Using the Maximum SCSI Bus Speed in MB/s . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Wide Bus Enabled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Quick Arbitration and Select (QAS) Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Problem Determination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Chapter 6. Using Disk Arrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Using AIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Using Linux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Chapter 7. Installing and Setting Up Software for the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID
Adapter (Linux ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Installing the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter using the ipr Device Driver . . . . .15
Connecting External or Internal Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Verifying the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Verifying Linux Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
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Installing the Downloaded Device Driver and Utility Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Verifying Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Updating Hard Disk Drive and Adapter Microcode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Configuring the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Limit Adapter Speed Using the Maximum SCSI Bus Speed in MB/s . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Wide Bus Enabled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Quick Arbitration and Select (QAS) Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Setting Bus Speed at Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Problem Determination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Installing the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter using the ibmsis Device Driver . . . .22
Installing the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Verifying the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Updating Hard Disk Drive and Adapter Microcode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Configuring the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Problem Determination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Appendix A. Communications Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
European Union (EU) Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
United Kingdom Telecommunications Safety Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du Canada . . . . . . . . . .30
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
VCCI Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Statement - Taiwan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Radio Protection for Germany . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Appendix B. Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Appendix C. Connecting SCSI Hard Disk Drives to the Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Determining Current SCSI Hard Disk Drive Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Appendix D. Connection Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Internal Hard Disk Drive Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Internal and Single External Storage Peripheral Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
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Safety Information
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electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous voltage on metal parts of
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the system or the devices that attach to the system. It is the responsibility of the customer to
ensure that the outlet is correctly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock.
Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the system unit
and all attached devices are unplugged.
When adding or removing any additional devices to or from the system, ensure that the power
cables for those devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
Use one hand, when possible, to connect or disconnect signal cables to prevent a possible
shock from touching two surfaces with different electrical potentials.
During an electrical storm, do not connect cables for display stations, printers, telephones, or
station protectors for communication lines.
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Handling Static Sensitive Devices
Attention: Static electricity can damage this device and your system unit. To avoid damage, keep this
device in its anti-static protective bag until you are ready to install it. To reduce the possibility of
electrostatic discharge, follow the precautions listed below:
Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around you.
Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.
not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed printed circuitry.
not leave the device where others can handle and possibly damage the device.
While the device is still in its anti-static package, touch it to an unpainted metal part of the system unit
for at least two seconds. (This drains static electricity from the package and from your body.)
Remove the device from its package and install it directly into your system unit without setting it down. If
necessary to set the device down, place it on its static-protective package. (If your device is an
adapter, place it component-side up.) Do not place the device on your system unit cover or on a metal
table.
Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather, as heating reduces indoor humidity
and increases static electricity.
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About This Book
This book provides information about installing the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter and
device driver support software, as well as cabling requirements. Use this book in conjunction with your
specific system unit and operating system documentation.
ISO 9000
ISO 9000 registered quality systems were used in the development and manufacturing of this product.
Highlighting
The following highlighting conventions are used in this book:
Bold
Identifies commands, subroutines, keywords, files, structures, directories, and other items
whose names are predefined by the system. Also identifies graphical objects such as buttons,
labels, and icons that the user selects.
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Monospace
Identifies parameters whose actual names or values are to be supplied by the user.
Identifies examples of specific data values, examples of text similar to what you might see
displayed, examples of portions of program code similar to what you might write as a
programmer, messages from the system, or information you should actually type.
References to AIX and Linux Operating Systems
This document contains references to the AIX and Linux operating system. If you are using another
operating system, consult the appropriate documentation for that operating system.
This document may describe hardware features and functions. While the hardware supports them, the
realization of these features and functions depends upon support from the operating system. AIX and
Linux provide this support. If you are using another operating system, consult the appropriate
documentation for that operating system regarding support for those features and functions.
Related Publications
The following publications contain related information:
System unit documentation for information specific to your hardware configuration
Operating system documentation for information specific to your software configuration and disk arrays.
your operating system is AIX, refer to the PCI-X SCSI RAID Controller Reference Guide for AIX, order
number SA23-1323. If your operating system is Linux, refer to the PCI-X SCSI RAID Controller
Reference Guide for Linux, order number SA23-1327
PCI Adapter Placement Reference, order number SA38-0538 (for the latest version, you may need to
contact your marketing representative)
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other countries, or both:
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Eserver
pSeries
RS/6000
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Chapter 1. Overview
The PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter is a 133 MHz 64-bit PCI-X adapter. It allows you to
connect SCSI hard disk drives in RAID 0, 5 and 10 configurations to system units with a Peripheral
Component Interconnect (PCI) bus. RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) provides a way to
distribute stored data among two or more hard disk drives inside or attached to a host system. This
adapter supports non-RAID disks formatted to 512 bytes/sector, RAID disks formatted to 522 bytes/sector,
and other devices including tape and optical devices.
Note: This guide refers to various hardware and software features and functions. The support for these
features and functions depends upon the limitations of your hardware and software. AIX and Linux
support all functions mentioned. If you are using another operating system, consult the appropriate
documentation for that operating system regarding support for the mentioned features and
functions. This guide also uses the terms channel and bus interchangeably.
The PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter has two channels, 0 and 1. Each channel has both
internal and an external connector. Only one internal or external connector can be used on each
channel.
Figure 1. PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter
Channel 1 external, 68-position, VHDCI (very high density cable interconnect)
Channel 0 external, 68-position, VHDCI (very high density cable interconnect)
Channel 0 internal, 68-position, high-density plastic D-shell SCSI standard connector for 16-bit
attachment
Channel 1 internal, 68-position, high-density plastic D-shell SCSI standard connector for 16-bit
attachment
Adapter Handle
You can create, control, and manage a RAID configuration in combination with supporting host software.
For more RAID information, refer to the PCI-X SCSI RAID Controller Reference Guide for AIX, order
number SA23-1323, or PCI-X SCSI RAID Controller Reference Guide for Linux, order number SA23-1327.
The PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter supports SCSI synchronous data rates from 20
MB/s (16-bit) up to 320 MB/s (16-bit) on two independent SCSI-2 channels.
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boot source.
You may receive this adapter preinstalled in a hot-swap carrier for use in certain system types. This carrier
allows the adapter to be installed and removed without removing the top cover of the system. For handling
instructions, refer to the user’s guide for your system. If the adapter does not fit in your system, the handle
may need to be removed in order for the adapter to fit properly. The handle can be removed by referring
“Preparing for a PCI Slot-Length Installation” on page 3.
The PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter conforms to the American National Standards
Institute (ANSI) SCSI-2 standard and the PCI local specification, revision 2.2.
Verifying Operating System Requirements
ensure that your operating system will support the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter,
use the following procedure to verify that your operating system requirements.
Using AIX
The PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter is supported on the following levels of AIX or
higher:
AIX 5L Version 5.1 with the 5100-04 Recommended Maintenance Package (APAR IY44478)
AIX 5L Version 5.2 with the 5200-01 Recommended Maintenance Package (APAR IY44479)
determine which maintenance level is installed on your system, type
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maintenance level displayed is 5100-04, 5200-01, or higher. If no maintenance level is installed on your
system, the following is an example of the data that displays on your screen:
recommended maintenance level information is available.
updates are needed, the latest maintenance packages and update instructions can be downloaded from
the pSeries and RS/6000 Support Web site. The Web address is:
http://techsupport.services.ibm.com/server/support. Updates can also be ordered by calling IBM Support.
Using Linux
The PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter is supported on the following Linux distributions:
Any distribution based on United Linux 1.0 Service Pack 3, such as SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 8
Service Pack 3 or newer
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3 or newer
SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 9 or newer
determine which release is installed on your system, refer to your Linux distributor’s documentation. If
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updates are needed, obtain them from your Linux distributor or download them from the IBM StorageIO
Web Site. The Web address is: http://www-124.ibm.com/storageio/ipr/.
Note: SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 8 SP3 used the
Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID adapter. This device driver has been replaced by the
driver, which is used on all other supported distributions. Information on using the older
device driver is contained in “Installing the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter using
the ibmsis Device Driver” on page 22. Refer to this section if you are still using this device driver.
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Chapter 2. Preparing for Installation
This chapter helps you prepare to install the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter. Preparing
install the adapter involves the following tasks:
Checking Prerequisites
Preparing for a PCI Slot-Length Installation
Determining Your Cable Requirements
Checking Prerequisites
install the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter, you may need the following items:
Your system unit installation guide
IBM
Eserver
Flat-blade screwdriver
PCI Adapter Placement Reference, order number SA38-0538
Documentation provided with your SCSI devices
pSeries & RS/6000 Standalone Diagnostics CD-ROM (Version 5.2.0.11 or higher)
Note:
This adapter is supported on multiple systems and may require a system firmware update. Contact
your service representative for further details.
connect SCSI hard disk drives to the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter, you need the
following cables:
External cables (for attaching external storage devices or subsystems)
interposer cable, if required for external subsystem connections
Internal cables (for attaching internal hard disk drives or backplanes)
Using AIX
addition to the items listed above, this section includes AIX-specific items needed when preparing for
installation.
AIX 5.1 Update CD-ROM (Recommended Maintenance Package 5100-04 or higher)
AIX 5.2 Update CD-ROM (Recommended Maintenance Package 5200-01 or higher)
PCI-X SCSI RAID Controller Reference Guide for AIX, order number SA23-1323
Using Linux
addition to the items listed above, this section includes Linux-specific items needed when preparing for
installation.
Linux Operating System CD-ROMs
PCI-X SCSI RAID Controller Reference Guide for Linux, order number SA23-1327
Preparing for a PCI Slot-Length Installation
prepare the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter for a PCI slot-length installation, do the
following:
Remove the two screws that hold the handle to the adapter. Refer to Figure 1 on page 1.
Remove the handle from the adapter.
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Determining Your Cable Requirements
You must use the correct SCSI cables to properly attach SCSI hard disk drives and subsystems.
you install an Ultra320 SCSI hard disk drive or subsystem that can transfer data at up to 320 MB/s, the
maximum cable length is limited to 20 meters (approximately 60 feet).
For more information about connecting SCSI hard disk drives to the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI
RAID Adapter, see Appendix C, “Connecting SCSI Hard Disk Drives to the Adapter,” on page 35 and refer
the PCI-X SCSI RAID Controller Reference Guide for AIX, order number SA23-1323 or PCI-X SCSI
RAID Controller Reference Guide for Linux, order number SA23-1327.
Internal Cabling
you plan to install internal SCSI hard disk drives, you must obtain the necessary cables for your system
unit. Refer to your system unit documentation for information about installing internal SCSI backplanes,
hard disk drives, and cables.
SCSI terminator must be located at the end of the internal cable. Terminators are built into the
backplane within the computer.
External Cabling
External SCSI hard disk drives and subsystems have a variety of connectors. Ensure that you have cables
with the correct connectors for each planned external SCSI attachment.
externally attach hard disk drives and subsystems to the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID
Adapter, you may need a 68-pin SCSI Very High Density Connector Interface to standard 68-pin SCSI
standard connector interposer cable. In most cases, the cabling is delivered with the attaching subsystem.
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Chapter 3. Installing the Device Driver Software (AIX)
The instructions in this chapter pertain to the AIX operating system.
Note: If you are using the Linux operating system, see Chapter 7, “Installing and Setting Up Software for
the PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adapter (Linux ),” on page 15 for information
regarding installing the device driver software and configuring your system. If you have another
operating system installed, refer to your operating system documentation.
install the device driver software, do the following:
Turn on the power to your system unit.
the system prompt, log in as root user.
Insert the appropriate AIX 5.1 or 5.2 update CD-ROM into the media device.
start SMIT, type:
smitty install_all
Press Enter.
The Install Additional Device Software window highlights the INPUT device/directory for software
option.
Select or type the input device:
Press F4 to display the input device list. Select the name of the device (example: CD-ROM) that
you are using and press Enter
the Entry Field, type the name of the input device you are using, and press Enter.
The INSTALL AND UPDATE FROM ALL AVAILABLE SOFTWARE window appears. Highlight the
SOFTWARE to install option.
Press F4 to display a list of the device software you can install.
display the Find window, type:
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the Find window, type:
devices.pci.14107802
Press Enter. The system finds and highlights this device software and displays output similar to the
following example:
devices.pci.14107802
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Press F7 to select the device software, and press Enter.
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The INSTALL AND UPDATE FROM ALL AVAILABLE SOFTWARE window displays. Entry data fields
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are automatically updated. Highlight the ACCEPT new license agreements? option. Ensure that this
option is set to yes. Press Enter to accept the data.
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The ARE YOU SURE window displays. Press Enter to accept the data.
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The COMMAND STATUS window displays.
The term
When
RUNNING
RUNNING
highlighted to indicate that the install and configure command is in progress.
changes to OK, scroll down to the bottom of the page and locate the Installation
Summary.
After a successful installation,
SUCCESS
appears in the Result column of the summary at the bottom
the page.
Remove the installation media from the drive.
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