Smartstart ml570 g1

[Mike_761]

Have an ML570 g1 server with smart array 4200. what verison of smartstart is compataible with this server. As i have windows 2000 server installed, and I am trying to surpass the 502gb limit on a logical drive. Thanks for any help

[Johann Villalba_1]

you can use Compaq Smartstart up to 5.50, this have Assisted Installation of W2K.

regards,

jv

[Prashant (I am Back)]

Hi,

Please check by yourself
http://h18000.www1.hp.com/support/files/server/us/cd_supportinfo/ServerSupportMatrix.pdf
where 5.5 nd 7.10 is supported on same.
If u dont have latest Smart start cd you can download from web also.

REgards.
Prashant S.

[JohnWRuffo · Accepted solution]

Mike:

To get beyond the 502GB Logical Volume Limit, you need to change Smart Array controllers.

http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?objectID=PSD_EX030203_CW01
Only Smart Array controllers of the fifth generation architecture (and later) support logical drives larger than 502 GB. The following Smart Array controllers have fifth generation architecture:

Smart Array 5302 Controller
Smart Array 5304 Controller
Smart Array 5312 Controller
Smart Array 532 Controller
Smart Array 5i Plus Controller

I recommend the 5304 controller for your ML570 G1 server. Be sure to install this controller in PCI Slot 4 or 5.

I hope this helps you! -john