Specifications

You can view and modify the SAS controller whether it is enabled or disabled. You can use the
Boot Support setting in the Adapter Properties menu to change the status of this setting. You must
reconnect the EFI Driver for a new Boot Support setting to take effect.
The following are descriptions for the Adapter List screen.
Adapter Indicates the SAS Controller type
PCI Bus Indicates the PCI Bus number assigned by the system BIOS to an adapter (0x00
- 0xFF, 0 - 255 decimal)
PCI Dev Indicates the PCI Device assigned by the system BIOS to an adapter (range
0x00 - 0x1F, 0 - 31 decimal)
PCI Fnc Indicates the PCI Function assigned by the system BIOS to an adapter (range
0x00 - 0x7, 0 - 7 decimal)
FW Revision Displays the Fusion MPT firmware version and type (IR or IT)
Status Indicates whether the adapter is eligible for software control (Enabled, Disabled,
or Error).
Enabled Indicates the EFI Driver is controlling the adapter or will attempt
to control the adapter upon reload.
Disabled Indicates the EFI Driver is not controlling the adapter or will
discontinue control of the adapter upon reload.
Error Indicates the EFI Driver encountered a problem with the adapter.
Viewing and modifying settings for the adapter is allowed but
the information and functionality available may be limited.
Adapter Properties Screen
The Adapter Properties screen enables you to view and modify adapter settings. To scan the SAS
controller’s devices, select a SAS controller and press Enter. The Adapter Properties screen displays.
Figure 29 Adapter Properties Screen
Use the arrow keys to select RAID Properties, and press Enter to view the Select New Array Type
screen.
To access the following screens, use the arrow keys to select the screen, and press Enter for the
appropriate field:
• RAID Properties
• SAS Topology
• Advanced Adapter Properties
The following are descriptions for the Adapter Properties screen.
Adapter Indicates the specific SAS Controller type.
Configuring the HP 2 Internal Port SAS Host Bus Adapter 55