ServeRAID M and MR10 Series SAS Controller Driver for Windows Server 2003/2008/2008 R2
(also supports MegaRAID 8480 SAS Controller)

Adapters Supported: ServeRAID M5110 SAS/SATA Controller for IBM System x (81Y4481)
		    ServeRAID M5110e SAS/SATA Controller for IBM System x 
		    ServeRAID M5120 SAS/SATA Controller for IBM System x (81Y4478)
		    ServeRAID M5016 SAS/SATA Controller (90Y4304)
                    ServeRAID M5015 SAS/SATA Controller (46M0829)
                    ServeRAID M5014 SAS/SATA Controller (46M0916)
		    ServeRAID M5025 SAS/SATA Controller (46M0830)
                    ServeRAID M1015 SAS/SATA Controller (46M0831)
                    IBM ServeRAID-MR10ie (CIOv) SAS Controller for BladeCenter (46C7167)
                    IBM ServeRAID MR10is SAS Controller (44E8695)
                    IBM ServeRAID MR10il SAS Controller (44E8767)
                    IBM ServeRAID MR10M SAS Controller (43W4339)
                    IBM ServeRAID MR10i SAS Controller (43W4296)
                    IBM ServeRAID MR10k SAS Controller (43W4280)
                    MegaRAID 8480 SAS Controller (39R8850)

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CONTENTS
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1.0  Overview
2.0  Installation and setup instructions
     2.1 Standalone usage instructions
     2.2 Troubleshooting tips
3.0  Configuration information 
4.0  Unattended mode
5.0  Web site and support phone number
6.0  Notices and trademarks
7.0  Disclaimer


1.0  Overview
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  1.1    This update includes a new device driver for the ServeRAID M series 
         and MR10 series SAS controllers and the MegaRAID 8480 SAS controller 
         supporting Microsoft Windows Server 2003, 2008 and 2008 R2.

  1.2    Limitations:
         - None

  1.3    Problems fixed:
         - See change history

  1.4    Level of Recommendations and Prerequisites for the update:
         - None

  1.5    Dependencies:
         - None

  1.6    Update Contents
          o  ibm_dd_sraidmr_5.2.127_windows_32-64.exe
             - The executable update package
          o  ibm_dd_sraidmr_5.2.127_windows_32-64.chg
             - Change history


2.0  Installation and setup instructions
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  This package can be used with several of IBM's update management tools, 
  including IBM UpdateXpress Manager, IBM UpdateXpress System Packs, and 
  IBM Director.

  It can also be used as a standalone package.  

  To use the package with one of IBM's update management tools, follow the 
  instructions that came with your specific management tool.

  2.1 Standalone usage instructions
  ---------------------------------

  As a standalone package, this executable can be used in the following ways: 
    - to update the SAS controller driver on the local system
    - to copy all files necessary for the update to the local hard drive or 
      other media
    - to create a device driver update diskette that can be used during OS 
      installation

  Updating the local system:
    1) Run the executable by double clicking on the file icon, or by typing 
       'ibm_dd_sraidmr_5.2.127_windows_32-64.exe' at a command prompt.
    2) Select "Perform Update" and then click "Next".
    3) Click "Update".
    4) To perform another function, click "Back", otherwise click "Exit" to 
       exit the utility.

  Creating a diskette
    NOTE: The direct "Extract to floppy" function is disabled for driver 
    updates.	
    To create a diskette:
    1) Follow the directions for extracting files, below.
    2) From the newly created directories, select the directory which 
       corresponds to the OS that you want a diskette driver for.
    3) Copy all of the files from the selected directory onto a blank 
       diskette.

  Extracting files
    1) Run the executable by double clicking on the file icon, or by typing 
       'ibm_dd_sraidmr_5.2.127_windows_32-64.exe' at a command prompt.
    2) Select "Extract to Hard Drive" and then click "Next".
    3) Select the desired destination directory or media and then click "OK". 
    4) To perform another function, click "Back", otherwise click "Exit" to 
       exit the utility.

  2.2 Troubleshooting tips
  ------------------------
    None


3.0  Configuration information
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  For detailed setup instructions for your controller, refer to the 
  documentation on the "ServeRAID M Support" CD.


4.0  Unattended Mode
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  To run this package in unattended mode, use the following command:

	ibm_dd_sraidmr_5.2.127_windows_32-64.exe -s


5.0 Web Sites and Support Phone Number
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  o  You can find support and downloads for IBM products from the IBM Support 
     Web site:

     http://www.ibm.com/support/
     
     You can find support and downloads specific to disk controllers by 
     searching for the "Disk Controller and RAID Software Matrix" from the 
     main support page.

  o  For the latest compatibility information, see the IBM ServerProven Web 
     site:

     http://www-03.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/

  o  With the original purchase of an IBM hardware product, you have access 
     to extensive support coverage.  During the IBM hardware product warranty 
     period, you may call the IBM HelpCenter (1-800-IBM-SERV in the U.S.) 
     for hardware product assistance covered under the terms of the 
     IBM hardware warranty.


6.0 Trademarks and Notices
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  IBM and ServeRAID are trademarks or registered trademarks of International 
  Business Machines Corporation in the United States and other countries.

  LSI and MegaRAID are trademarks or registered trademarks of LSI Logic, Corp 
  in the United States and other countries.

  Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, and Windows Vista are trademarks or
  registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other
  countries.

  Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks 
  of others.


7.0 Disclaimer
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  THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND.
  IBM DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
  INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS
  FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY WITH RESPECT TO THE
  INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT.  BY FURNISHING THIS DOCUMENT, IBM
  GRANTS NO LICENSES TO ANY PATENTS OR COPYRIGHTS.

  Note to U.S. Government Users -- Documentation related to
  restricted rights -- Use, duplication or disclosure is subject
  to restrictions set forth in GSA ADP Schedule Contract with
  IBM Corporation.

