New Intel RAID software Version 6.1.2.6i

Precautions and Alerts - SRCU31, SRCU31L and SRCU31L-A
WARNING – PLEASE READ THE COMPLETE V6.X RAID SOFTWARE UPGRADE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING!

1.  For any NEW installations with only one Intel RAID card installed, it is recommended that the new v6.1.2.6i (or newer) RAID software stack be utilized.
	
2.	For any NEW installations with more than one Intel RAID controller installed, both cards must use the same versions of firmware, drivers and utilities.  This will ensure full RAID compatibility, physical drive portability and functionality of all volume date.  

3.	For any EXISTING field installations with the current software stack (v5.x or earlier), customers have the choice to:

a) Keep the existing field installations on the current software. 

b) Upgrade the existing field installation to the new software stack v6.1.2.6i (or later). This option is more complicated because the RAID meta data format is not the same and the data attached to the RAID array must be backed up and restored.  This involves backing up the data array, destroying the current RAID array, installation of the new RAID array(s) with the new software, and then restoring the data onto the new RAID array. There is a risk of data loss on the RAID array if the data is not correctly backed up before starting the upgrade.  Customers should only proceed with this major upgrade if they are comfortable with this backup/restore process.  
RAID Firmware Update Utility with Firmware Diskette
FRU6_1_2_6i.EXE
12/21/2001
This software is copyrighted, and may only be installed and used in accordance with the license that accompanies it.
These files support the following Intel product:
*Intel Server RAID Controller SRCU31, SRCU31L Low Profile and SRCU31L-A (shipped with new software stack), to be used with software version 6.1.2.6i
Contents
This package contains the RAID firmware code. The following files are included:
FW32_20F.016 (extracted from the vbin.exe file)		version 2.32.02-ROOF
FRU Welcome Dialog .rtf	this file
Web License.rtf		for your records
Installation
The RAID firmware must be used with the Flash Update/Recovery Utilities. These utilities require the RAID adapter firmware on a separate diskette. These utilities must be downloaded separately.
1.  	Save the file FRU6_1_2_6i.EXE in an empty directory. Double-clicking on this file will extract the neccessary files to a:\. Be sure to have a blank, formatted floppy disk in the a:\ drive.   
2.  	Firmware Recovery Procedure via Flash Recovery Utility
a)	Set the Intel RAID Controller’s IOP to Reset (Flash Recovery) mode:

Warning:	Shock hazards may be present inside the computer in which this card is installed.  Disconnect all power cords to the computer before the removal of any covers. Follow the warnings noted in your computer’s user or service manual before installing this board. ONLY after all the covers are reinstalled should you reconnect the power cords and power up the computer for the software installation and use.

Take all precautions to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage before handling the RAID controller.

b)	Power off all system components and disconnect their power cords.
c)	Remove the cover from the system to gain access to the PCI slots.
d)	If necessary, disconnect the SCSI cable from the adapter card. Remove the RAID controller from your system. 
e)	On jumper block J7D1 for SRCU31, or jumper block J7A1 for SRCU31L, move the jumper from position 2-3 to position 1-2.
f)	Re-install the adapter in the PCI slot in which it was previously installed. If necessary, reconnect the SCSI cable to the adapter card.
g)	Replace the cover and reconnect all power cords.

3.  	Use the Intel RAID software v6.1.2.6i to flash the firmware.
a)	Boot the server to the Intel® System Resource CD that shipped with your Intel server board (server BIOS must be configured to boot from CDROM).
b)	When the server boots to the System Resource CD, select QUIT from the menu and exit to DOS.  
c)	Insert the floppy (created in step 1.2) containing the Intel RAID firmware v6.1.2.6i (or newer).
d)	Type a: and press ENTER
e)	Type autoexec.bat and press ENTER
f)	   The FRU utility will start up and pause at the copyright information. Press <Enter> to continue.
g)	The FRU utility will pause to ensure that the flash programming jumper is set correctly for Reset mode (see step 1). If the adapter is in Reset mode, press <Y> to continue, otherwise press <N>, shut down the system, and perform step 1.  
h)	The FRU utility will automatically update to a set version of the RAID firmware. The firmware download may take up to 3 minutes.

4.  	Reset the jumper to run mode.
a)	Power off all system components and disconnect power cords.
b)	Remove the system cover.
c)	If necessary, disconnect the SCSI cable from the adapter card. Remove the RAID  controller from your system.
d)	On Jumper block J7D1 for SRCU31, or jumper block J7A1 for SRCU31L, move the jumper from position 1-2 to position 2-3.
e)	Reinstall the RAID controller in the PCI slot in which it was previously installed. If necessary, reconnect the SCSI cable to the adapter card.
f)	Replace the cover, reconnect all power cords and power up the system.
g)	Reboot the system when the update or recovery process is completed.

5.  	Enter the Intel RAID Storage Console program by pressing <Çtrl><G> during RAID card POST, to build new RAID array.

6.  	Install OS from the validated list on support.intel.com, be sure to download the appropriate 1.2.6i driver or extract from the New Intel RAID Software Stack  CD.

Initial Release 12/21/01

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For Detailed instructions please refer to the Users Guide.pdf located on the RAID distribution CD and on http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/