2 – QLE2360/2362
Installation in the Computer
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Perform the following steps to install the QLE2360/2362 HBA in your PC:
1. Check the motherboard and make any configuration changes necessary to
accommodate the QLE2360/2362 HBA.
2. Power down the peripherals, then the computer.
3. Remove the computer cover and save the screws.
4. Choose any PCI Express bus slot (x4 or higher).
NOTE:
If you select a slot higher than x4 lane width, make sure that the slot
supports x4 or x1 lane widths. The PC may contain PCI and PCI-X
slots as well as PCI Express slots. Refer to the PC manufacturer’s
instructions to determine the correct slot type.
5. Remove the slot cover for the slot in which you will install the QLE2360/2362
HBA.
6. Place the QLE2360/2362
HBA into the slot. Carefully press the HBA into the
slot until it seats firmly.
7. Secure the QLE2360/2362 HBA to the chassis. Follow the PC manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Connect the appropriate cable from the devices to the corresponding connector.
9. Carefully reinstall the computer cover. Insert and tighten the computer cover
screws.
10. Power up all external FC devices, then power up the PC and observe the
monitor. The BIOS is disabled by default. Consequently, the devices attached
to the QLE2360/2362 HBA are not identified. For example:
QLogic Corporation
QLE23
xx
PCI Fibre Channel ROM BIOS Version
x.xx
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BIOS for Adapter 0 is disabled
ROM BIOS not installed
NOTE:
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Enable the BIOS only if the boot device is attached to the
QLE2360/2362 HBA. This allows the system to boot faster.
If the information displayed on your monitor is correct, congratulations! You have
successfully installed the QLE2360/2362 HBA in your computer.
See the appropriate section for detailed instructions on how to install the software
drivers.
