The host bus adapters (HBAs) for z Systems servers must
be ordered as features. The HBAs are either factory-installed when
you order a new system or installed into an existing system by a service
representative.
To check the installation of the HBA and to configure
the HBA to work with the system, complete the following steps:
- Ensure that an HBA is installed on your z Systems host.
- Configure the HBA to run in Fibre Channel Protocol (FCP)
mode.
Note: The phrases HBA adapter configured in FCP mode or FCP adapter are used interchangeably.
For more information about FCP connectivity, see the following
Web site.
www.ibm.com/systems/z/hardware/connectivity/