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EMC Host Connectivity with QLogic Fibre Channel HBAs and CNAs in the Windows Environment
Miscellaneous Planning and Procedures
Manually installing the adapter driver – Advanced users
To use EMC storage array disks with a Windows host, you need an
EMC-qualified Fibre Channel adapter driver. The adapter kit
includes an EMC-approved driver, which must be installed and
configured prior to partitioning the storage array disks. You also
should check the QLogic website for the latest EMC-approved
version. Refer to “Downloading latest QLogic
drivers/firmware/BIOS files” on page 16.
These procedures are necessary if not using the SANsurfer HBA
Install Wizard. Refer to “Installing adapter driver and software
utilities” on page 76.
Where to find the driver
You can find the Fibre Channel adapter driver:
◆ On the QLogic CD-ROM that accompanied the adapter. Copy the
driver from the OS-specific directory: \Windows2000 or
\Windows2003
◆ On the QLogic website. Refer to “Downloading latest QLogic
drivers/firmware/BIOS files” on page 16
To ease installation of the driver, unzip the driver file onto a blank
diskette.
Required Windows STORPort updates
Currently, the shipping version of Windows requires post-RTM hot
fixes to resolve some known issues. For all Windows STORPort
installations, you must obtain the current Microsoft QFE hotfix listed
in the EMC Support Matrix with the adapter driver revisions.
IMPORTANT
Install this QFE before installing the adapter driver.
Users planning to upgrade to the latest service pack for Windows
should upgrade their adapter drivers to the latest supported version
prior to installing the service pack. Always consult the EMC Support
Matrix for the most up-to-date information.