Installing the host bus adapter on a host that runs the Linux operating system

The first step for attaching a host that runs the Linux operating system is to install the host bus adapter (HBA).

Before you install the HBA, ensure that the adapter is supported by the Lenovo Storage V7000 system. The following website provides current interoperability information about supported HBAs:

http://support.lenovo.com/us/en/products/servers/lenovo-storage

Use the manufacturer's instructions to install the HBA and driver.