Avago Technologies 3ware 9650SE-12ML (Channel) User Manual
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Driver Installation Under Linux
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Installing the 3ware Kernel Driver Module while
Installing Red Hat Linux on a New Unit
To install the 3ware kernel driver module while installing Red Hat
or Fedora Core Linux on a new unit
1
Boot with the Red Hat or Fedora Core DVD or CD:
a
Insert the Red Hat DVD or CD-ROM disk into your computer.
b
Make sure the boot order in your motherboard’s BIOS is correct; then
start or reboot your computer.
c
When the Welcome to Red Hat display appears, type:
linux dd
A number of files will load and then a message will prompt you to
insert your driver install disk.
4
Install the 3ware kernel driver module, using the driver install diskette:
Insert the driver install diskette containing the 3ware driver for Red Hat
and press Enter.
The system automatically reports:
Loading 3w-9xxx
5
When prompted, select the proper language and keyboard types for your
locality.
6
If asked for what type of media, select Local CD-ROM since you are
installing from the Red Hat CD-ROM.
7
After installation completes, remove media (CD and floppy disks).
Note:
If Red Hat Linux is already installed and bootable on another drive, turn to
Note:
We have tested some older systems where a drive connected to the
motherboard interfered with using a drive or unit managed by the 3ware RAID
controller as a boot device. Disconnecting the drive while installing Linux will
eliminate this problem. After Linux is installed, the drive can be reconnected.