Readme.txt
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Qlogic 10 Gb Converged Network Adapter NIC Device Drivers for Windows 2008 - 64bit
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NIC Device Driver Version 1.0.1.3 (for Windows 2008, 64 Bit ONLY)
NOTES: Vendor-supplied readme files from Qlogic is attached to the end of
this file. It is a general release document included for informational
purposes only and may contain references to update procedures not
directly supported by this package.
Installation scripts included with the updates may rely on environment
variables set only during the file extraction process. The user is
cautioned to run the installation immediately after extracting the
package without rebooting.
There are references of support for Windows 2003 and 32 bit, however,
ONLY Windows 2008 with 64 bit is supported in this package.
(C) Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 1999, 2008. All
rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication,
or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.
Before using this information and the product it supports, please 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 This update include Win 2008 drivers for Qlogic CNA NIC Device
Driver version 1.0.1.3 for System x and Blades.
The Converged Network Adapter FCoE driver package consists of two
drivers; The Network (NIC) driver and the Fibre Channel (STOR) driver.
The NIC driver is used for Network connectivity and the FC driver is
used for establishing storage drives with Fibre Channel connectivity.
This driver package contains the Network (NIC) driver. If the STOR driver
is desired, you will have to obtain the Converged Network Adapter FCoE
package that contains the STOR driver. Either or both drivers can be
used depending on desired connections.
1.2 Limitations
- None
1.3 Problems fixed:
- See individual 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 qlgc_dd_nic_qlge-1.0.1.3_windows_64.exe
- Driver update package
o qlgc_dd_nic_qlge-1.0.1.3_windows_64.xml
- XML file used with UpdateXpress or similar
update utility.
o qlgc_dd_nic_qlge-1.0.1.3_windows_64.chg
- Change history
o qlgc_dd_nic_qlge-1.0.1.3_windows_64.txt
- Readme file (this file)
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, follwing the
instructions that came with your specific management tool.
2.1 Standalone usage instructions
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As a standalone package, this executible can be used in the following ways:
- to update the Qlogic DD on the local system.
- to copy all files necessary for the update to the local hard drive or
other media.
Updating the local system:
1) Run the executible by double clicking on the file icon, or by typing
'qlgc_dd_nic_qlge-1.0.1.3_windows_64.exe' at a command prompt.
2) Select "Perform Update" and then click "Next".
3) Click "Update".
3) To perform another function, click "Back", otherwise click "Exit" to
exit the utility.
Extracting files
1) Run the executible by double clicking on the file icon, or by typing
'qlgc_dd_nic_qlge-1.0.1.3_windows_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
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- None
3.0 Configuration information
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N/A
4.0 Unattended Mode
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To run this package in unattended mode, use the following command:
qlgc_dd_nic_qlge-1.0.1.3_windows_64.exe -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/
o For the latest list of supported operating systems, see the IBM Server
Proven - BladeCenter Web site:
http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/eserver.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.
6.0 Trademarks and Notices
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IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation
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.
7.0 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.
(Qlogic NIC -supplied Readme begins here...)
QLogic 10GbE NDIS Miniport Driver for Windows
Readme
QLogic Corporation
All rights reserved
Table of Contents
1. Package Contents
2. OS Support
3. Supported Features
4. Using the Driver
4.1 Creating the Driver Disk
4.2 Installing the Driver
4.3 Removing the Driver
5. Limitations
6. Additional Notes
7. Contacting Support
1. Package Contents
The QLogic 10GbE NDIS Miniport Driver for Windows package contains
the following files:
* qlge.inf - Driver installation file
* qlge.sys - QLogic 10GbE NDIS Miniport Driver
* qlge.cat - Catalog file
* qlnic.exe - QLogic NIC utility
* Release.txt - Release notes
* ReadMe.txt - Installation instructions and other useful
information (this file)
2. OS Support
This release of the QLogic 10GbE NDIS Miniport Driver works with the
following versions of Windows:
* The 32-bit NDIS5 Miniport Driver version works with Windows Server
2003 (x86) version.
* The 64-bit NDIS5 Miniport Driver version works with Windows Server
2003 (x64) version.
* The 32-bit NDIS6 Miniport Driver version works with Windows Server
2008 and Windows Server 2008 R2 (x86) versions.
* The 64-bit NDIS6 Miniport Driver version works with Windows Server
2008 and Windows Server 2008 R2 (x64) versions.
3. Supported Features
This driver supports all NDIS 5.1, 5.2, 6.0, and 6.1 features.
4. Using the Driver
This section provides the following procedures for using the QLogic
10GbE NDIS Miniport Driver:
* 4.1 Creating the Driver Disk
* 4.2 Installing the Driver
* 4.3 Removing the Driver
4.1 Creating the Driver Disk
To create a driver disk:
1. Insert a blank diskette in the floppy disk drive, or use another
drive type available to you.
2. Select the appropriate driver directory on the QLogic CD-ROM (CD)
(or the CD you burned from the .iso image downloaded from
QLogic.com).
3. Click, and then drag the contents of the driver directory from the
CD to the blank diskette or other drive type.
The diskette or drive should have the following file structure:
* qlge.inf - Driver installation file
* qlge.sys - QLogic 10GbE NDIS Miniport Driver
* qlge.cat - Catalog file
* qlnic.exe - QLogic NIC utility
* Release.txt - Release notes
* ReadMe.txt - Installation instructions and other useful
information (this file)
4.2. Installing the Driver
The operating system manages and controls the driver installation
process; the driver follows the process dictated by the operating
system. The driver installation cannot deviate from this process.
This section provides the most common ways of installing and upgrading
the driver, as documented for each operating system. Please consult
the operating system manuals for other installation procedures.
This section is divided as follows:
* 4.2.1 Initial Installation of the Driver
* 4.2.2 Updating the Existing NDIS Miniport Driver
NOTE: The QLogic Converged Network Adapter is a multi-function device.
When installed in a Plug and Play system, the OS detects two functions
for each adapter: Ethernet Controller and Fibre Channel Controller.
The Ethernet Controller refers to the Ethernet (NDIS) function.
4.2.1 Initial Installation of the Driver
Windows 2003
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1. Power down the system.
2. Insert the card into an appropriate PCI slot.
3. Power on the system.
4. When the system boots up, the Plug and Play subsystem opens a
message box informing you that new hardware ("Ethernet
Controller") has been found and prompts you to install the driver.
5. Insert the floppy diskette or other drive, or specify the location
of the downloaded files. (See section 4.1.)
6. If the Hardware Update Wizard displays a prompt giving the option
to connect to Windows Update to search for software, click "No",
and then click "Next".
7. If installing from removable media, click "Install the software
automatically (recommended)", and then click "Next".
The Update Wizard locates the driver and automatically completes
the installation.
8. Otherwise, if not installing from removable media, click "Install
from a list or specific location (Advanced"), and then click
"Next".
9. Click "Search for the best driver in these locations".
10. Click "Include this location in the search", browse to the
location of the driver, and then click "Next".
A warning message may appear regarding the Digital Signature for
Windows Logo certification.
11. To continue the driver installation, click "Yes".
12. To complete the installation, click "Finish".
NOTE: A system reboot is not required after installing the driver.
Windows 2008
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1. Power down the system.
2. Insert the card into a proper PCI slot.
3. Power on the system.
4. When the system boots up, the PNP subsystem displays a message
box informing you that new hardware ("Ethernet Controller") has
been found and prompts you to install the driver.
5. If the driver is in a removable media, insert it.
6. Click "Locate and install driver software (recommended)".
7. If the Hardware Update Wizard displays a prompt giving the option
to search online, select "Don't search online".
8. If installing from removable media, click "Next".
The Update Wizard locates the driver and automatically completes
the installation.
9. Otherwise, if not installing from removable media, click "I
don't have the disc. Show me other options".
10. Click "Browse my computer for driver software (advanced)", browse
to the location of the driver, and then click "Next".
A warning message may appear regarding the Digital Signature for
Windows Logo certification.
11. To continue the driver installation, click "Yes".
NOTE: A system reboot is not required after installing the driver.
4.2.2 Updating the Existing NDIS Miniport Driver
Windows 2003
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1. Launch the Device Manager as follows:
a. Right-click My Computer, and then click "Manage."
b. In the Computer Management dialog box under "System Tools" in
the left pane, click "Device Manager".
2. In the right pane, double-click "Network adapters".
3. Right-click the QLogic 10GbE PCI Ethernet Adapter, and then click
"Update Driver".
4. If the Hardware Update Wizard displays a prompt giving the option
to connect to Windows Update to search for software, click "No",
and then click "Next".
5. If installing from removable media, select "Install the software
automatically (recommended)", and then click "Next".
The Update Wizard locates the driver and automatically completes
the installation.
6. Otherwise, if not installing from removable media, click "Install
from a list or specific location (Advanced"), and then click
"Next".
7. Click "Search for the best driver in these locations".
8. Click "Include this location in the search", browse to the
location of the driver, and then click "Next".
A warning message may appear regarding the Digital Signature for
Windows Logo certification.
9. To continue the driver installation, click "Yes".
NOTE: A system reboot is not required after installing the driver.
Windows 2008
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1. Launch the Device Manager (right-click My Computer, and then
click "Device Manager".
2. Double-click "Network Adapters".
3. Right-click the QLogic 10GbE Ethernet Adapter, and then click
"Update Driver".
4. If installing from removable media, select "Search automatically
for updated driver software".
5. If the Hardware Update Wizard displays a prompt giving the option
to search online, select "Don't search online".
The Update Wizard locates the driver and automatically completes
the installation.
6. Otherwise, if not installing from removable media, click "Browse
my computer driver software".
7. Otherwise, if not installing from removable media, click "I don't
have the disc. Show me other options".
8. Click "Browse my computer for driver software (advanced)", browse
to the location of the driver, and then click "Next".
A warning message may appear regarding the Digital Signature for
Windows Logo certification.
9. To continue driver installation, click "Yes".
NOTE: A system reboot is not required after installing the driver.
Windows 2008 SP2
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1. Launch the Device Manager (right-click My Computer, and then
click "Device Manager".
2. Expand the "Network Adapters" list by double-clicking (if not
expanded already).
3. Right-click the QLogic 10Gb PCI Ethernet Adapter, and then click
"Update Driver Software".
4. Click "Browse my computer for driver software," which allows you
to install the driver from a specific location.
5. Click "Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer".
6. On the Update Driver Software – QLogic 10Gb PCI Ethernet Adapter
dialog box, click the "Network Adapter" appropriate for the
device, and then click "Next".
7. After Windows successfully installs the QLogic 10Gb NDIS driver,
click "Close".
4.3. Removing the Driver
To remove the driver in a Windows environment, uninstall it as a Plug
and Play device:
1. Turn off your computer.
2. Remove the device from your computer according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
NOTE: You do not generally have to use the Device Manager or the
Hardware wizard to uninstall a Plug and Play device. After you remove
the device from your computer and restart your computer, Windows
recognizes that it has been removed.
5. Limitations
No known limitations.
6. Additional Notes
No additional notes.
7. Contacting Support
Please feel free to contact your QLogic approved reseller or QLogic
Technical Support at any phase of integration for assistance. QLogic
Technical Support can be reached by the following methods:
Web: http://support.qlogic.com
E-mail: support@qlogic.com
(c) Copyright 2010. All rights reserved worldwide. QLogic, the QLogic
logo, and the Powered by QLogic logo are registered trademarks of
QLogic Corporation. All other brand and product names are trademarks
or registered trademarks of their respective owners.