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PC Server 704 Non RAID - Installing OS/2 Warp Server
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Installation Instructions for Installing OS/2 Warp Server on the PC Server 704 Non RAID Servers
Note: This document Assumes that ServeRAID is the controller used for the installation. If you have a Mylex adapter, refer to your user manual for defining the array (pack). Raid logical drive (system drive) sizes still apply.
Follow the Network Operating System (NOS) instructions provided in this document sequentially unless you are instructed
differently. Windows and messages might differ from those in this document.
This document contains the following
1.0 What you will need
2.0 Where to download device drivers/files
3.0 Quick installation instructions for experienced users
4.0 Detailed installation instructions
4.1 Setting up the BIOS
4.2 Setting up the hardware
4.3 Configuring the Adaptec SCSI subsystem
4.4 Installing the NOS
1.0 What you will need
Note: Some machine hardware may require different disks from this list based on your CD-ROM type.
4227068.exe (281944 bytes, 10-09-97) or later version PC Server 704 7800 Family Manager drivers diskette 1 of 2
4306979.exe (386309 bytes, 01-23-97) PC Server 704 configuration utility diskette version 3.61 or later
10L8862.exe (761929 bytes, 12-19-97) PC Server 704 BIOS flash update diskette version 1.00.14 or later
2.0 Where to download device drivers/files
IBM BBS (U.S.): 1-919-517-0001
IBM FTP site: ftp://ftp.infania.net/pccbbs/pc_servers/
IBM U.S. web site: http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/searchfiles.html
For IBM PC sites in other countries, begin at http://www.pc.ibm.com
Microsoft web site: http://www.microsoft.com/support/
Microsoft FTP site: ftp://ftp.microsoft.com/bussys/winnt/winnt-public/fixes/
If you are very familiar with SCSI, hardware, and the installation process, continue with section 3.0. If not, continue with 4.0 Detailed installation instructions.
3.0 Quick installation instructions for experienced users
1. Run the System Configuration Utility (SCU) diskette to set up the server and ensure that the MP Spec is set to 1.1.
2. Your version of OS/2 may have the Adaptec driver already on the diskette, however, to obtain the correct current version it is suggested that you modify a copy of diskette 1 with the downloaded 7800 Family Manager driver by copying it to the diskette and ensuring the following is in CONFIG.SYS:
BASEDEV=AIC7870.ADD
WARNING: Any ultra capable or Non IBM BIOS version of an Adaptec controller chipset requires the 7800 Family manager driver intended for it, even if its name is AIC7870.ADD and its date is backlevel from the one supplied on your OS/2 install diskette set.
3. Complete the OS/2 installation normally, using the Network Interface Card (NIC) card drivers supplied with the NIC hardware or downloaded from the manufacturer.
Note: OS/2 Fix Pack 32 is required for proper functioning of OS/2 components. (The fixpack is provided with your ServerGuide CD set, or available as a download from IBM Pesonal Software Products.)
4.0 Detailed installation instructions
Follow the instructions below in sequence
4.1 Setting up the BIOS
Note: Follow the on screen directions on the following disk operations
Boot to the BIOS upgrade diskette (listed in section 2.0) and flash the system to revision 14 or later.
4.2 Setting up the hardware
Running the System Configuration Utility (SCU) diskette on the PC Server 704:
1. Boot from the SCU diskette.
2. Select #1, Execute AMI SCU, then press Enter at the logo screen.
3. Select Step #3, Change Configuration Settings.
4. Select System Board. Under MP Spec Version set the version to MP Spec v1.1.
5. Press Esc to return to the Main Menu. Select Step #4, Save Configuration.
6. When the save is complete, Select Step #6, Exit. Press Enter at the next screen.
4.3 Setting up the Adaptec SCSI subsystem
Note: For open bay models or any SCSI chain setup issues, download Faxback document # 33050 from 800-426-3395.
1. Boot the server and press Ctrl A when prompted on the screen in order to enter SCSI Select.
2. Controller A and B are displayed. These represent separate controllers for the upper and lower backplanes. Choose the one which has installed hot swap drives or other attached devices (the instructions need to be repeated for the other controller if it is populated).
3. Select Configure/View Host Adapter Settings.
4. Press F6 to restore defaults.
5. Press Esc.
6. Select SCSI Disk Utilities (A SCSI bus scan should occur).
7. For each hard drive that appears in the list perform the following:
a. Highlight the drive.
b. Select Format Disk. (Note: A status bar does not appear. Allow to run until complete.)
4.4 Installing the NOS
1. It is recommended that copies be made of the OS/2 boot diskettes. These can be created from a DOS, Windows NT, Windows 95, or OS/2 machine. Run CDINST from the root of the OS/2 CD-ROM to do this.
2. Your version of OS/2 may have the ServeRAID driver already on the disk, however, to obtain the correct current version, it is suggested that you modify a copy of diskette 1 with the downloaded Adaptec driver by copying it to the diskette and ensuring the following is in CONFIG.SYS:
BASEDEV=AIC7870.ADD
3. Boot from the diskettes (The installation CD-ROM must be in the drive also to prevent an error message in the install). Follow on screen instructions until the program prompts for easy or advanced installation.
4. Select advanced. Choose to accept the predefined partition. OS/2 now creates an active primary partition and asks to reboot. Repeat step 3.
5. Choose Advanced again. Accept drive C as the target. OS/2 now prompts to format the partition. HPFS is the recommended file system (note that a FAT volume can only be formatted if it is less than 2GB and HPFS may be required). File transfer should now begin. Follow on screen directions to transfer files from the CD-ROM. The system will prompt to reboot when this completes.
6. The system will now reboot to the hard drive. Checkdisk is run; then the graphical interface is started. Choose the appropriate options for your desired configuration. Hardware such as video should be successfully autodetected. It is recommended to use NIC drivers supplied with the hardware or downloaded from the manufacturer.
7. For proper operation of OS/2, Fixpack 32 or higher is required. Refer to Appendix A.
WARNING: The fixpack may replace AIC7870.ADD. This may be desirable for some chipsets as an updated driver. However, be aware that the downloaded version may need to be put in its place. It is recommended to keep a copy of the downloaded version somewhere on the hard drive renamed AIC7870.OEM. The fixpack version may be backed up to a file called AIC7870.FXP. Information on fixpack driver revisions is available from IBM Personal Software Products.
Appendix A
Installing OS/2 Fixpack 32
Note: If your ServerGuide does not have a Fixpack CD or you have no ServerGuide, call 1-800-426-7282 for an upgrade (proof of IBM server purchase required). Otherwise, refer to IBM Personal Software Product's web site at http://ps.software.ibm.com to download the latest fixpacks (follow instructions for installing these packages).
1. Insert the ServerGuide CD labeled Fixpack in the CD-ROM. Open an OS/2 command prompt and change into the \OS/2 directory. Run fixpinst.
2. Choose the appropriate language by number and press Enter.
3. A graphical window appears. Click OK. The system is now inspected.
4. Ensure all serviceable components are highlighted. An Archive path needs to be entered to backup existing files for each component. Each component line requires its own entered archive directory.
Note: The graphical upgrade program does not create these directories. It is looking for them to already be on the hard drive. Open a command prompt and create them using the MKDIR command. Example: MKDIR C:\Archive\Multimedia for the multimedia component; when the directory is created, enter C:\Archive\Multimedia in the archive path in the graphical program. Now it will accept the directory and continue when Service is clicked.
5. Follow the on screen directions. Instruct the program to overwrite (continue) for any filename or driver it questions. After file copy is complete, shut down OS/2 and reboot. After boot, the system unlocks locked files. The fixpack installation is now complete.
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