IBM ServeRAID 7e (Adaptec HostRAID) SCSI Controller Device Driver for Microsoft
Windows 32-bit
Version: a320raid 3.00.00.63
Supports: IBM eSeries xServer 206
IBM eSeries xServer 226
IBM eSeries xServer 236
IBM eSeries xServer 306
IBM eSeries xServer 346
IBM Intellistation A Pro 6217
IBM Intellistation A Pro 6224
IBM Intellistation Z Pro 6223
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CONTENTS
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1.0 Overview
2.0 Installation and setup instructions
2.1 Updating the device driver
2.2 Troubleshooting tips
3.0 Configuration information
4.0 Unattended mode
5.0 Web Site and Support Phone Numbers
6.0 Trademarks and Notices
7.0 Disclaimer
1.0 Overview
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1.1 This update includes a new device driver for the ServeRAID 7e (Adaptec HostRAID)
SCSI controller supporting Microsoft Windows Server 2003 32-bit.
1.2 Limitations:
- None
1.3 Problem(s) fixed:
- See change history for more details.
1.4 Level of recommendations and prerequisites for the update:
- None
1.5 Dependencies
- None
1.6 Update Contents
- The following binary executables are included in this update:
o ibm_dd_a320raid_3.00.00.63_windows_i386.exe
- The following supporting files are included in this update:
o ibm_dd_a320raid_3.00.00.63_windows_i386.xml
o ibm_dd_a320raid_3.00.00.63_windows_i386.chg
2.0 Installation and setup instructions
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2.1 Updating the device driver
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This package can be used with several of IBM's update management tools, including IBM
UpdateXpress Manager, IBM UpdateXpress System Packs, and IBM Director.
It can also be used as a standalone executable package.
This package can be used to update the device driver on the local system, to copy the
device driver files to the local system, or to create device driver update diskettes.
To use any of these functions, run the executable and follow the prompts that lead
you through the GUI.
2.2 Troubleshooting tips
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None
3.0 Configuration information
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For detailed setup instructions for your controller, refer to the IBM ServeRAID 7e
(Adaptec HostRAID) User Reference (HRAID.PDF) in the /books directory of the "IBM
ServeRAID 7e (Adaptec HostRAID) Support" CD.
4.0 Unattended Mode
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This package can be run in unattended mode by using typing:
ibm_dd_a320raid_3.00.00.63_windows_i386.exe -s -a -s
5.0 Web Sites and Support Phone Number
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o You can download new and updated files for IBM products from the IBM Support Web
site:
http://www.ibm.com/support/us
o For the latest list of supported systems and operating systems, see the IBM Server
Proven Web site:
http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/
For supported information on legacy (non-shipping) systems, see:
http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/oldservers.html
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 Personal Computer 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
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IBM and ServeRAID are trademarks or registered trademark of International
Business Machines Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Adaptec and HostRAID are trademarks or registered trademarks of Adaptec, Inc
in the United States and other countries.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, and Windows Vista are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other
countries.
Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks
of others.
7.0 Disclaimer
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INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS
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IBM Corporation.
Download Driver Pack
After your driver has been downloaded, follow these simple steps to install it.
Expand the archive file (if the download file is in zip or rar format).
If the expanded file has an .exe extension, double click it and follow the installation instructions.
Otherwise, open Device Manager by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Device Manager.
Find the device and model you want to update in the device list.
Double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.
From the Properties dialog box, select the Driver tab.
Click the Update Driver button, then follow the instructions.
Very important: You must reboot your system to ensure that any driver updates have taken effect.
For more help, visit our Driver Support section for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.