Software Support

The background initialization process helps the controller identify and correct problems that may occur with the
redundant data later. In this regard, the background initialization process is similar to a check consistency.
The background initialization should be allowed to run to completion. If canceled, the background initialization
automatically restarts within 0 to 5 minutes. Some processes such as read and write operations are possible while the
background initialization is running. However, other processes such as creating a virtual disk, cannot be run
concurrently with background initialization. These processes cause the background initialization to cancel.
Related Links
Canceling Background Initialization
Setting Background Initialization Rate
Non-RAID Controller Description
The non-RAID SCSI and SAS controllers are non-RAID controllers that support SCSI and SAS devices. Because these
controllers are non-RAID, they do not support virtual disks. You can manage these non-RAID controllers and their
attached SCSI and SAS devices with Storage Management.
NOTE: Supported features may vary from controller to controller.
Non-RAID SCSI Controllers
The LSI PCI-e U320 non-RAID controllers use Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) technology. The IT Assistant (ITA)
for LSI PCI-e U320 SCSI non-RAID controllers is supported in this release.
Non-RAID SAS Controllers
The following non-RAID controllers use Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) technology:
• SAS 5/i Integrated
• SAS 5/E
• SAS 6 Gbps Adapter
Firmware Or Driver Versions
Use the firmware or driver versions window to view information about the controller firmware and drivers. For more
information on firmware and drivers, see Before Installing Storage Management.
Related Links
Firmware/Driver Properties
Firmware/Driver Properties
The firmware and driver properties can vary depending on the model of the controller. The firmware and driver
properties are listed in the table below.
NOTE: The firmware and drivers listed in the Server Administrator Readme refer to the minimum supported version
for these controllers. Later versions of the firmware and drivers are also supported. For most recent driver and
firmware requirements, contact your service provider.
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