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Sun Storage 16 Gb Fibre Channel PCIe Universal Host Bus Adapter, QLogic Installation Guide For HBA Model 7101674

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Updated: October 2021
 
 

To Install the Universal HBA

  1. If the system in which you are installing the universal HBA is running the Oracle Solaris OS, install the two driver patches or SRU for your platform, as described in Driver Software for the Oracle Solaris OS.
  2. Attach an ESD wrist strap to your wrist (see Observing ESD and Handling Precautions).
  3. Refer to your system installation or service manual to determine an appropriate PCI Express slot in which to install the universal host bus adapter.
  4. Refer to your system documentation to shut down, power off, and unplug the system, if required.
  5. Remove the system case and the blank panel from an empty PCI Express slot.
  6. Insert the universal HBA into an empty PCI Express x8 or larger slot.
  7. Press down firmly on the universal HBA until the universal HBA is seated in its slot.
  8. Secure the mounting bracket of the universal HBA to the case with the panel screw or clip.
  9. Replace the system case and tighten the case screws.

    The universal HBA is now installed and ready for the optical or copper cables to be connected (see Connecting the Cables).


    Note - Do not power on the system until after you connect the cables.