Description
Operating System Management and Monitoring
The management and monitoring of a Dell 16GBPS Dual-ports PCI-Express 3.0 X8 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter in a 403-BBMU environment will depend on the operating system you are using.
For Windows, you can use the Dell Storage Manager software to manage and monitor the adapter.
For Linux, you can use the Dell Emulex OneCommand Manager software or the native tools provided by the operating system, such as the sysfs file system and lspci command.
It’s also important to note that the operating system should have native support for Fibre Channel HBAs, so make sure you are using a supported version of the OS.
Installation and Configuration of the 403-BBMU
- Before installation, ensure that the computer system meets the requirements for the adapter and that the operating system is compatible.
- Open the computer case and locate an available PCI-Express x8 slot.
- Carefully insert the adapter into the slot, making sure to align the connector properly. Secure the adapter to the computer case using the screw provided.
- Connect the fiber optic cables to the adapter’s dual ports. Ensure that the fiber optic cable connectors are properly aligned and locked in place.
- Close the computer case and power on the computer.
- Log in to the operating system and go to the device manager.
- Locate the adapter in the list of devices and right-click on it. Select “Properties”.
- Go to the “Driver” tab and click “Update Driver”. Select “Search automatically for updated driver software.”
- The operating system will search for the latest driver for the adapter. If the driver is not found, go to the Dell website and download the latest driver for the adapter.
- Install the driver according to the instructions provided.
- Go to the device manager and verify that the adapter is listed and has no error symbols or messages.
- To configure the adapter, go to the network settings in the operating system and select the adapter as the active network connection.
- Configure the adapter’s settings as needed, such as setting up the IP address and other network parameters.
- Test the adapter by pinging a network device or transferring files to ensure that it is working correctly.
- Repeat the installation and configuration process for the second port of the adapter, if needed.
Compatibility and System Requirements
Compatibility:
The 403-BBMU Dell 16GBPS Dual-ports PCI-Express 3.0 X8 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter is compatible with the following operating systems:
- Windows Server 2012 R2 and Windows Server 2012
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.0, 6.0, and 5.9
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12 and 11
- VMware vSphere 6.0, 5.5, and 5.1
System Requirements:
- A PCI Express 3.0 slot with x8 or higher lane width
- A computer system running a compatible operating system
- A Fibre Channel infrastructure or storage device to connect to
- A Fibre Channel cable to connect the HBA to the storage device
- Minimum of 1GB memory for Windows, 512MB for Linux, and 4GB memory for VMware vSphere.
General Information
- Manufacturer Name: Dell
- MPN: 403-BBMU
- Type: Controller
- Capacity Fibre Channel
- SKU: 403-BBMU
Technical Specifications of the 403-BBMU
- Host Interface: PCI-Express 3.0 X8
- Ports: Dual ports
- Data Transfer Rate: 16GBPS
- Protocol Support: Fibre Channel
- Operating System Support: Windows Server 2008 R2 and later, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 and later, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 and later, VMware ESXi 5.5 and later
- RoHS Compliant: Yes
- Power Consumption: 12W max
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 20.32 x 16.51 x 6.35 cm
- Weight: 0.68 kg
