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1 Installing an HBA

This chapter describes the prerequisites and procedure for installing HBAs.

HBA models

Emulex manufactures several models of HBAs for HP. For an up-to-date list of supported models

and interoperability information, see the SPOCK website at http://www.hp.com/storage/spock.

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Prerequisites

Before you begin:

• Obtain a copy of the latest release notes for your HP Emulex HBA at:

http://h18006.www1.hp.com/storage/saninfrastructure/hba.html

• Be familiar with the operating system under which the HBA is to operate, and have access to

standard system documentation.

• Review any restrictions or mandatory hot fixes that apply to your configuration and operating

system.

• Obtain an optical multimode cable with an LC-style duplex connector.

• Back up your system data.

• Ensure that your server has an empty PCI bus slot that is based on and compatible with the

PCI bus type of the HBA being installed.

NOTE: The HBAs do not allow data transmission on an optical link unless they are connected

to another similar or compatible laser product (that is, multimode to multimode).

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: WWPN and WWNN, each of which is derived

from the HBA IEEE address. Combined, the WWPN and WWNN create the WWN, which is an

8-byte identifier that uniquely identifies an HBA on an FC circuit.

In addition, each HBA has a unique serial number. The WWN address and serial number are

clearly marked on the HBA. Record these numbers below for reference in the unlikely event that

the NVRAM is corrupted.

NOTE: The WWN is a permanent identifier that cannot be changed.

WWN address: __________________________________________________

HBA serial number: _____________________________________________

Installing an HBA

CAUTION: The HBA can be damaged by static electricity. Before handling, observe the ESD

precautions as described in “Electrostatic discharge and grounding information” (page 25).

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