ServeRAID C100 Series Device Driver for SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 Adapters Supported: ServeRAID C100 (81Y4475) ServeRAID C105 (90Y4386) Kernels Supported: --------- megasr_18.01.2018.0208-1-sles11-sp4-x86.img - 3.0.101-63-default 32-bit - 3.0.101-63-pae 32-bit megasr_18.01.2018.0208-1-sles11-sp3-x86.img - 3.0.76-0.11-default 32-bit - 3.0.76-0.11-pae 32-bit megasr_18.01.2018.0208-1-sles11-sp3-x86_64.img - 3.0.76-0.11-default 64-bit megasr_18.01.2018.0208-1-sles11-sp2-x86.img - 3.0.13_0.27-default 32-bit - 3.0.13_0.27-pae 32-bit megasr_18.01.2018.0208-1-sles11-sp2-x86_64.img - 3.0.13_0.27-default 64-bit megasr_18.01.2018.0208-1-sles11-sp1-x86.img - 2.6.32.12-0.7-default 32-bit - 2.6.32.12-0.7-pae 32-bit megasr_18.01.2018.0208-1-sles11-sp1-x86_64.img - 2.6.32.12-0.7-default 64-bit (C) Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 1999, 2017. All rights reserved. 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CONTENTS ________ 1.0 Overview 2.0 Installation and setup instructions 2.1 Upgrade Current Device Driver 2.2 Working with driver image files to create driver installation media 2.3 Network operating system installation instructions 3.0 Configuration information 4.0 Unattended mode 5.0 Web site and support phone number 6.0 Notices and trademarks 7.0 Disclaimer 1.0 Overview _____________ 1.1 This update includes a new device driver for the ServeRAID C100 Series of controllers supporting SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 (SLES 11). 1.2 Limitations: - None 1.3 Problems fixed: - See change history 1.4 Level of Recommendations and Prerequisites for the update: - For SWR RPM upgrade on SLES-11 (32bit and 64bit) platform, install the older dkms rpm (dkms-2.0.5-1.noarch). The rpm dkms-2.0.5-1.noarch.rpm is located @ https://downloads.dell.com/utility/dkms-2.0.5-1.noarch.rpm 1.5 Dependencies: - None 1.6 Update Contents: o ibm_dd_megasr_18.01.2018.0208_sles11_32-64.tgz - Driver update image o ibm_dd_megasr_18.01.2018.0208_sles11_32-64.chg - Change history 2.0 Installation and setup instructions ________________________________________ Use the following set of instructions to install the supported network operating systems. 2.1 Upgrade Current Device Driver --------------------------------- 1) Install the dkms rpm first using the following command: rpm -ivh dkms-x.x.xx.x-x.noarch.rpm 2) Install the megasr-dkms rpm using the following command: rpm -ivh megasr_18.01.2018.0208-1.noarch.rpm 3) The driver should now be compiled and loaded. Reboot the system to verify that the driver has been updated. 2.2 Working with driver image files to create driver installation media ----------------------------------------------------------------------- These driver images can be used to create a USB key, CD, DVD, or floppy disk containing the driver formatted for use during the installation of the operating system. 1) Copy the .zip file to a temporary directory and extract it. 2) Using the list of supported kernels at the top of this readme, determine which set of .img files you will need for your installation. Use these files wherever 'the .img file' is referenced in this readme. 3) Using the .img file from your set, create a driver update disk on a USB key, CD, DVD, floppy or other media using the instructions below for your media type. USB Key: -------- There are two different partitioning methods for USB keys. One of the methods below will work and the other will not, depending on which way your key is partitioned. The easiest way to discover which is correct for your key is to try the Quick Copy Method first. If this method is not correct you will receive a message stating that no driver could be found on your media when you try to load the driver in step 3 below. If that occurs, you can use the Extraction Method and reinsert the key. Use the Back button on the installation screens to re-detect the key. You should not need to reboot or start the installation over. Quick Copy Method: Copy the .img file to the root directory of the USB key. You do not need to remove other files from the key unless there is less space than necessary for the two files. Extraction Method: Use an img-to-media application (such as dd, rawrite, or emt4win, or ardi4usb) to extract the image to the key. This method will overwrite all data on the key, so you will need to remove all other files before extracting to the key. Follow the instructions that came with your img-to-media application to correctly extract to your key. All other media: ---------------- Use an img-to-media application (such as dd, rawrite, emt4win, or ardi4usb) to extract the image to the media. This method will overwrite all data on the media. If you are using rewritable media, you will need to remove all other files before performing the extraction. Follow the instructions that came with your img-to-media application to correctly extract to your media. 2.3 Network operating system installation instructions ------------------------------------------------------ Follow these instructions to add the ServeRAID C100 Series for System x driver during the installation of SLES 11. Native uEFI (64-bit) installation: Install instructions support the following Network Operating Systems: SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SP1 SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SP2 Server Preparations: - Enable ServeRAID C100 (Software RAID) in F1 Setup and create a RAID volume per the User Guide instructions. - For ServeRAID C105 no user actions are needed to enable SofTWARE RAID - Ensure the "Legacy Only" boot option is removed as a bootable option within F1 setup | Boot Manager. Install Instructions: 1. Create MEGASR driver diskette or USB Key and attach to the server 2. Boot to SLES 11 installation media 3. When the text "ELILO... " appears on the screen counting dots, type the following install parameters interrupting the automatic install. The screen should appear as follows: For ServeRAID C100 ELILO..... linux driverupdate=1 brokenmodules=ahci for ServeRAID c105 ELILO..... linux driverupdate=1 brokenmodules=isci 4. The install will detect the software RAID module and prompt with a "Driver Updates added" notification indicating the "LSI MegaRAID Software RAID Module" was installed. 5. Select "Okay" and either install any additional drivers when prompted or choose "Back" to continue the installation. 6. The graphic portion of the installation will begin. Continue the installation following the screens through to completion. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Legacy installation: Install instructions support the following Network Operating Systems: SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SP1 SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SP2 Server Preparations: - Enable ServeRAID C100 (Software RAID) in F1 Setup and create a RAID volume per the User Guide instructions. - For ServeRAID C105 no user actions are needed to enable SofTWARE RAID - For 64-bit versions, configure the "Legacy Only" boot option within F1 setup | Boot Manager. Install Instructions: 1. Create MEGASR driver diskette or USB Key and attach to the server. 2. Boot to SLES 11 installation media to begin the install. 3. From the main SUSE Linux Enterprise Server install screen, highlight "Installation" 4. In the "Boot Options" field for type For ServeRAID C100: "brokenmodules=ahci" For ServeRAID C105: "brokenmodules=isci" 5. Press "F5" to change the driver to "yes" indicating an optional driver 6. The graphic portion of the installation will begin. Continue the installation following the screens through to completion. 2.4 Troubleshooting tips ------------------------ None 3.0 Configuration information ______________________________ For detailed setup instructions for your controller, refer to the ServeRAID C100/C105 User's Guide. 4.0 Unattended Mode ____________________ Not supported. 5.0 Web Sites and Support Phone Number ______________________________________ o You can find support and downloads for IBM products from the IBM Support Web site: http://www.ibm.com/support/ You can find support and downloads specific to disk controllers by searching for the "Disk Controller and RAID Software Matrix" from the main support page. o For the latest compatibility information, see the IBM ServerProven Web site: http://www-03.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/ o With the original purchase of an IBM hardware product, you have access to extensive support coverage. During the IBM hardware product warranty period, you may call the IBM HelpCenter (1-800-IBM-SERV in the U.S.) for hardware product assistance covered under the terms of the IBM hardware warranty. 6.0 Trademarks and Notices __________________________ IBM and ServeRAID are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States and other countries. LSI and MegaRAID are trademarks or registered trademarks of LSI Logic, Corp in the United States and other countries. Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the United States and other countries. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. 7.0 Disclaimer ______________ THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. 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