Configuring HP-UX For Peripherals

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Conﬁguring Interface Cards

Planning to Conﬁgure an Interface Card

• Read the instructions to be sure you understand them before

proceeding. Have available the documentation supplied with the

interface card.

• Observe anti-static precautions when handling interface cards.

Interface cards and device adapters are susceptible to damage by

electrostatic discharge, which can result in degraded performance or

loss of operation.

— Keep the card in its anti-static packaging until you install it, or

use a static-free workstation, HP part number 9300-0933.

— Use a grounding wrist strap when handling the interface card.

— Handle the card only by its non-connector edges, faceplate

(bulkhead), or extractor levers.

— If necessary, store interface cards and device adapters in their

original shipping containers or equivalent anti-static packaging.

The storage area should be clean, dry, and free of corrosive

elements.

• Create a detailed record of your conﬁguration.

— Use a worksheet in the back of this document to record the data

provided on the stickers attached to the card. If problems arise,

the codes provide service engineers with manufacturing version.

The following information typically appears on the stickers:

— Part number

— Version and date, encoded in a ﬁve-digit alphanumeric string

— Serial number, encoded in a ten-digit alphanumeric string

— Other production identiﬁcation information.

— Record the ﬁrmware revision of the interface card.

— Record the link level address for the processor. It comes with the

shipping. The /usr/sbin/lanadmin command reports back the

station address.

— Record any dip switches or address settings you make on any

cards or external devices.