Smart Array 221 could be used in win2000/XP 1

[icsboi]

Dear All,

I am trying to re-install a quite old Proliant400 with smart array221 RAID controller.

Until now I didn't manage to install the RAID drivers, therefore I can't even see the RAID logic disk during installation process.

Please help!!

Thank you in advance.

Robert

 

[itsp1965]

If you are using desktop versions of the OS, the cpqarray driver may not be loading. During install press the F6 key when prompted for other storage types, and use the driver provided by compaq. Win2K server should be able to pick up the SmartArray 221 without issue

 

[terry712]

i'm assuming that it's not a server you want this as you mention xp

i have 2000 on one of these but i used the smart start
this obviously doesnt support 2000 pro or xp

as said above press the f6 the drivers can be downloaded from hp or get them from a smartstart

 

[icsboi]

Hi!
First of all thanks Terry and Itsp for your support.

I tried to install the Compaq drivers during installation; unfortunately doesn't work. I can't even see the logical disk.

I tried all drivers, built for the installation during the OS setup (i.e. the drivers with the oemsetup.txt)

I called HP to double check the issue: they reply that I've to update the array BIOS and then use the "standard" Win2000 drives (no use any F6 drivers..)

It does not work. I tried both win2000srv and win2003srv.
Using the standard drivers, I am able to see the RAID logical drive, make partitions and install part of the OS. After te first rebioot the server stacks (unaccessible boot device - I the BIOS setup is "start from array first))

I called again HP yesterday night (timezone Italy) and they reply:
Compaq Proliant 400 (with Smart Array221) does not work with
Win2000 srv and Win2003 server.

I don't trust this technician because two technicians said two different things: furthermore win2000 drivers are available on their official web site.

Did someone install Win2000 o win2003 server within this Proliant ?

Thank you very much in advance for your help.

Robert

 

[terry712]

i have 2000 server on a 400
installed no probs with a smartstart 5.3