06-08-2010 05:15 PM - edited 03-01-2019 09:40 AM
All
I am attempting to install Citrix Xen server (tried 5.6 and 5.5) on a UCS-B series blade running the Palo Adapter.
During the install we are asked to install drivers.
I used "kmod-enic-xen-1.1.1j-0.x86_64.rpm" from virtual media and it stated no drivers were found.
I tried extrating this to .gz and further to .cpio with the same results.
Any input or direction would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance
DaveO
06-08-2010 06:19 PM
Citrix XenServer isn't listed on the supported UCS Hardware and Software Interoperability Matrix. I believe XenServer is based on Red Hat like ESX but I am not sure if XenServer is using x86 or x64 kernel. I know that only x64 Red Hat is supported with the VIC.
The matrix can be downloaded from here
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps10477/prod_technical_reference_list.html
This link states that XenServer 5.5 is supported but doesn't mention which adapter.
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/ps10265/at_work_promo.html#~sw
06-08-2010 07:28 PM
Jeremy
Thanks for the response. I have been searching around and found both those documents (as well as your blog - great info). The info is not clear as you pointed out. I was not sure if it was support in the recent 5.6 release or if there was a way to add in the driver for it, but we are not having any luck.
My next step if I cant find a way to get it working, will be to determine which mez card is supported and get one for the client.
Any other idea or thoughts welcome.
thanks
DaveO
06-08-2010 08:08 PM
The Menlo adapters should work because those use standard drivers for either Qlogic or Emulex. I can't find anything definitive though. Those are the M71KR-Q and M71KR-E adapters.
06-15-2010 12:37 PM
Hello Dave ,
Were you able to get Xenserver to correctly see the Palo adapters ?
10-13-2010 10:25 AM
Cisco B-series support on Xenserver 5.6 can be found at -
Palo or CIsco VIC is not currently supported on XenServer 5.6, we are currently engaged with Citrix to add that support, timelines unknown at this point.
Qlogic CNA (M71KR-Q) and EMulex CNA (M71KR-E) both work fine with XS 5.6
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