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General| Model | 9650SE-8LPML |
|---|---|
| Category | RAID Controller |
| Number of Ports | 8 |
| Form Factor | Low Profile |
| Data Transfer Rate | 3 Gbps per port |
| Max Devices Supported | 8 |
| Interface | PCIe x8 |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, JBOD |
| Memory | 256MB |
| Operating System Support | Windows, Linux, FreeBSD |
Details on the hardware and software prerequisites for 3ware RAID controllers, including motherboard and drive specifications.
Explanation of RAID concepts like mirroring, striping, and parity, along with available RAID levels.
Overview of 3ware tools like 3BM and 3DM for configuring and managing RAID units.
Description of features for monitoring drive health, performing maintenance, and troubleshooting issues.
Instructions for installing the 3ware RAID controller and connecting the drives.
Steps to configure RAID units using either 3BM or 3DM, defining RAID level and parameters.
Guide for installing the 3ware driver to make the OS recognize the RAID units.
Configuration of features like Auto Rebuild, email notifications, and background task schedules.
Step-by-step guide for creating a RAID unit using the 3ware BIOS Manager (3BM).
Instructions on how to designate an available drive as a hot spare for automatic rebuilds.
Ensuring the correct boot device is selected in the system BIOS for the 3ware controller.
Detailed steps for installing 3ware drivers on Windows systems, including boot and non-boot scenarios.
Instructions for installing 3ware drivers on Red Hat, Fedora Core, and SuSE Linux systems.
Guide for installing 3ware drivers on FreeBSD systems, covering different installation methods.
Information on where to download the correct 3ware drivers for Linux distributions.
Specifies the web browsers and additional requirements needed to use 3DM 2.
Instructions for installing the 3ware Disk Manager 2 software from the CD or website.
How to start the 3DM process and log into the web application as a user or administrator.
Overview of the different pages and sections within the 3DM 2 interface.
Configuration of 3DM preferences including email notifications, passwords, and remote access.
How to view controller details, firmware versions, and status using 3DM and 3BM.
Explanation of controller-level policies affecting units and drives, such as Auto Rebuild and Auto-Carving.
Configuring the policy that determines how the controller firmware attempts to rebuild degraded units.
Enabling auto-carving to divide large units into multiple volumes (LUNs) for OS compatibility.
Configuring settings for staggered drive spin-up to manage in-rush current during power-up.
Step-by-step instructions for creating new RAID units using 3DM and 3BM.
Procedure for designating an available drive as a hot spare for automatic rebuilds.
Details on unit policies like Write Cache, Auto Verify, and StorSave profile settings.
Procedures for migrating RAID levels, expanding capacity, or changing stripe size online.
Steps to delete a unit from the controller, returning drives to the available pool.
Instructions for moving configured units between different 3ware controllers.
How to add a new drive to the system and make it available for RAID configurations.
Procedure for safely removing a drive from the controller, either physically or via software.
Updating the list of units and drives by rescanning the controller in 3DM.
Viewing summary and detailed status information for controllers, units, and drives in 3DM.
Explanation of LED colors and behavior on enclosures for status indication.
Definitions of unit operational statuses like OK, Rebuilding, Degraded, and Inoperable.
Information on what causes a redundant unit to become degraded and how to recover.
Overview of how to view and interpret alarms, errors, and event notifications in 3DM.
Explanation of background maintenance tasks like initialization, verification, and rebuilds.
Setting up schedules for background tasks to minimize impact on system performance.
Instructions on how to identify drives by making their associated LEDs blink.
Methods to check the installed versions of 3ware drivers and firmware.
Comprehensive guide to updating controller firmware and device drivers for various OS.
Instructions on how to download the latest drivers and firmware from the 3ware website.
Steps to update the controller firmware using the 3DM 2 graphical interface.
How to check the status and details of the Battery Backup Unit (BBU) in 3DM and 3BM.
Procedure for testing the battery capacity of the BBU to ensure proper function.
Displays basic information about each 3ware RAID controller in the system.
Provides detailed information about a specific controller, including BIOS and driver versions.
Lists all units on the current controller and provides summary information for each.
Shows specific details about a particular unit, including its status and type.
Lists all drives connected to the controller and provides summary information for each.
Displays SMART data, NCQ, and SATA Link Speed for a specific drive.
Allows viewing and changing settings affecting units and the controller, such as task rates and policies.
Interface for setting up schedules for background tasks like rebuilds, verifies, and self-tests.
Provides tools for performing maintenance tasks on existing units and creating new units.
Displays a log of events, including alarms, errors, and status notifications from the controller.
Shows details and status of the Battery Backup Unit (BBU) and allows battery testing.
Provides basic information about enclosures attached to the system.
Shows detailed status information for a specific enclosure and its drives.
Configuration of 3DM preferences including email, passwords, page refresh, and remote access.
Links to 3ware support pages, knowledgebase, and downloads for troubleshooting assistance.
Information to gather and checks to perform before contacting 3ware customer support.
Essential checks for hardware connections and seating to resolve common errors.
Explanation of the tw_mgmt.log file for tracking RAID configuration changes and troubleshooting.
Common problems encountered during installation and operation, with suggested solutions.
Detailed explanations of various error and notification messages generated by the RAID controller.
Step-by-step guide for installing 3ware management software via a graphical interface.
Instructions for installing 3ware software using a console application on Linux and FreeBSD.
Procedures for removing 3ware software from Microsoft Windows and Linux/FreeBSD systems.
Compliance statement regarding FCC rules for Class B digital devices.
Information on AMCC's commitment to WHQL certification for its software drivers.
Statement of conformity with Common Technical Regulations for controller models.
Details on the 3-year hardware warranty for RAID controllers and 1-year for Sidecar/BBU.
Procedure for obtaining warranty service and returning defective products for replacement.
Information on accessing product support, FAQs, and software upgrades via AMCC website.
Contact information for sales inquiries and product ordering.
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