Adaptec PERC3/Di, v.2.8.1.7691, A00

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PERC 3/Di Device Driver for Windows Server 2008 x86
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Initial Release
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Version

2.8.1.7691, A00

Release date

29 Feb 2008

Download Type

Driver

Category

SCSI RAID

Importance

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Dell Technologies recommends applying this update during your next scheduled update cycle. The update contains changes to maintain overall system health. It ensures that the system software remains current and compatible with other system modules (firmware, BIOS, drivers, and software) and may include other new features.
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File Format: Update Package for MS Windows 32-Bit
File Name: RAID_DRVR_WIN_R177916.EXE
File Size: 2.22 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
Dell Update Packages (DUP) in Microsoft Windows 32bit format have been designed to run on Microsoft Windows 64bit Operating Systems. Dell Update Packages (DUP) in Microsoft Windows 64bit format will only run on Microsoft Windows 64bit Operating Systems. When selecting a device driver update be sure to select the one that is appropriate for your operating system.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
FCC5AC8B2E85E9DD1BA4AA4E5549C299
SHA1:
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SHA-256:
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File Format: ZipPack External
File Name: R177916.EXE
File Size: 235.49 KB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This file contains a compressed (or zipped) set of files. Download the file to a folder on your hard drive, and then run (double-click) it to unzip the set of files. Follow the instructions to complete the installation.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
72e789fa2a892eeaa226a81ec5998627
SHA1:
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SHA-256:
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File Format: External release notes
File Name: R177916.txt
File Size: 4.01 KB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This file format contains plain text which can be viewed with a standard text editor.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
b166525529c450d1562cba0c24b7bbf5
SHA1:
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SHA-256:
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Do not use this driver in conjunction with OM5.2 (OpenManage). Installation of OM5.2 on LongHorn (LH installed on the system through PERC-3Di) will push the system into an indefinite reboot condition.
PERC3/Di
Instructions for R177916.EXE

Download

1. Click the Download Now link to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.

Extract Files
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file to unzip the download package
2. Click Continue.
3. Specify the location to unzip the files.
4. Click on the OK button to extract files.
After the files are extracted the message all files were successfully unzipped will appear.
5. Click the OK button to exit from the installer.


Installing the Driver during Operating System Installation
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1. Power up the system and boot to the Microsoft Windows Server 2008 DVD.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions until you reach the "Where do you want to install Windows?" section.
3. Select "Drive options (advanced)"
4. Press on "New" to create a partition to install Windows 2008, select the size in MB and click "Apply" (consult Windows 2008 user manual to select a drive size that meets the OS demands).
5. Select "Load Driver" and browse to the location where you have copied the Windows 2008 driver.
6. Select the RAID controller used for this installation. The system will automatically select one controller. Press "Next".
7. After the driver loads you will return to the "Where do you want to install Windows?" screen (partitions can be configured on this screen).
Click "Next" again to continue with the installation process.
Custom Instructions for R177916.txt:

This file contains the release notes associated with this release. It is identical to the readme.txt file contained in the release package.
Dell Update Package Instructions for RAID_DRVR_WIN_R177916.EXE:

Download

1. Click the "Download Now" link to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.

Installation

1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file.
2. Read over the release information presented in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.

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