README.TXT for "ataraid.exe"
Version 1.0.1.0

This utility programs the supported EPSD server for either
ATA or ATA RAID enabled operation.


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Instructions
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Instructions for update:
1. Create a dos boot disk.

2. Remove all add-in adapters from system.

3. Make sure that ATA and NIC controllers are enabled in BIOS (F2) setup.

4. Boot system using new dos boot diskette.

5. Execute the ataraid.exe utility with appropriate commands (see below).

6. Remove power cables from system for 10 seconds.

7. Reboot.


Options:
   -help or -?"
      Brings up command line help."
   -ATA"
      Programs server to ATA mode operation only (no RAID)."
   -RAID"
      Programs server to RAID mode operation."

Example:"
   > ataraid -ATA   <-- enable ATA operation
   > ataraid -RAID  <-- enable RAID operation



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Supported Systems
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This version of the utility currently supports the following servers:
- Intel SE7501WV2
- Intel SE7505VB2
- Intel S845WD1-E


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Notes
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- This update may cause your OS the need to be reinstalled.  Because
  sub-system device ID's may change with update, the OS can recognize different
  hardware and not be able to handle the changes.  Recommend running utility
  prior to installing operating system.
- This update may change the settings of the network controller in
  certain operating systems.  Recommend running the utility prior to configuring
  the network controllers in the operating systems.



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Change History
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1.0.1.0 -- Fixed support for S845WD1 with BIOS P06 and greater.
1.0.0.0 -- Initial release