1. ibm_dd_aacraid_5.2.0.12913_windows_32-64.exe Driver
2. readme.txt File Contents

readme.txt Driver File Contents (ibm_dd_aacraid_5.2.0.12913_windows_32-64.exe)

IBM ServeRAID 8i, 8k, 8k-l, 8s Controller Driver for Windows Server 2000, and Windows Server 2003

NOTE TO SERVICE - Reference RETAIN  N/A

(C) Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 1999, 2007. All rights reserved.
US Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication, or disclosure restricted by GSA 
ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.

Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general 
information in "Notices and trademarks" in this document.


CONTENTS
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1.0  Overview
2.0  Installation and setup instructions
     2.1 Standalone usage instructions
     2.2 Troubleshooting tips
3.0  Configuration information 
4.0  Unattended mode
5.0  Web information and support phone Number
6.0  Notices and trademarks
7.0  Disclaimer


1.0  Overview
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  1.1    The following update will upgrade the device driver for your ServeRAID 8i, 
         8k, 8k-l, or 8s controller under Windows Server 2000, or Windows Server 2003.
  
  1.2    Limitations
         - None

  1.3    Problems 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
   	      o  ibm_dd_aacraid_5.2.0.12913_windows_32-64.exe
             - Driver update package
   	      o  ibm_dd_aacraid_5.2.0.12913_windows_32-64.chg
             - Change history

     		     
2.0  Installation and setup instructions
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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.  

  To use the package with one of IBM's update management tools, follow the instructions 
  that came with your specific management tool.

  2.1 Standalone usage instructions
  ---------------------------------

  As a standalone package, this executible can be used in the following ways:
    - to update the SAS controller driver on the local system
    - to copy all files necessary for the update to the local hard drive or other media
    - to create a device driver update diskette that can be used during OS installation

  Updating the local system:
    1) Run the executible by double clicking on the file icon, or by typing 
       'ibm_dd_aacraid_5.2.0.12913_windows_32-64.exe' at a command prompt.
    2) Select "Perform Update" and then click "Next".
    3) Click "Update".
    4) To perform another function, click "Back", otherwise click "Exit" to exit the 
       utility.

  Creating a diskette
    NOTE: The direct "Extract to floppy" function is disabled for driver updates.	
	To create a diskette:
    1) Follow the directions for extracting files, below.
    2) From the newly created directories, select the directory which corresponds to the 
	   OS that you want a diskette driver for.
    3) Copy all of the files from the selected directory onto a blank diskette.

  Extracting files
    1) Run the executible by double clicking on the file icon, or by typing 
       'ibm_dd_aacraid_5.2.0.12913_windows_32-64.exe' at a command prompt.
    2) Select "Extract to Hard Drive" and then click "Next".
    3) Select the desired destination directory or media and then click "OK".
    4) To perform another function, click "Back", otherwise click "Exit" to exit the 
       utility.

  2.2 Troubleshooting tips
  ------------------------

    - None


3.0  Configuration information
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   For detailed installation and setup instructions for your controller, refer to the 
   IBM ServeRAID Installation Guide (INSTALL.PDF) in the /BOOKS directory of the "IBM 
   ServeRAID Support" CD. 


4.0  Unattended Mode
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  To run this package in unattended mode, use the following command:

	ibm_dd_aacraid_5.2.0.12913_windows_32-64.exe -s

                    
4.0 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/

  o  For the latest list of supported operating systems, see the IBM Server Proven - SCSI and
     RAID Controllers Web site:

     http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/xseries/controllers/matrix.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
     HelpCenter (1-800-IBM-SERV in the U.S.) for hardware product assistance covered under the
     terms of the IBM hardware warranty.


5.0 Trademarks and Notices
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  IBM and ServeRAID are trademarks or registered trademarks of International 
  Business Machines Corporation in the United States and other countries.

  Adaptec is a registered trademark of Adaptec, Inc in the United States and 
  other countries.

  Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in 
  the United States and other countries.

  Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks
  of others.


6.0 Disclaimer
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  THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND.
  IBM DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
  INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS
  FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY WITH RESPECT TO THE
  INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT.  BY FURNISHING THIS DOCUMENT, IBM
  GRANTS NO LICENSES TO ANY PATENTS OR COPYRIGHTS.

  Note to U.S. Government Users -- Documentation related to
  restricted rights -- Use, duplication or disclosure is subject
  to restrictions set forth in GSA ADP Schedule Contract with
  IBM Corporation.