Q158315: Multiprocessor failure with Adaptec 2940

Article: Q158315
Product(s): Microsoft Windows NT
Version(s): 3.5 3.51 4.0
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): kbsetup
Last Modified: 10-AUG-2001

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Windows NT Workstation versions 3.5, 3.51, 4.00 
- Microsoft Windows NT Server versions 3.5, 3.51, 4.00 
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SUMMARY
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If you attempt to use multiple processors with Microsoft Windows NT, the extra
processors may not be recognized if you use an Adaptec AHA-2940 with BIOS
version 1.21.

MORE INFORMATION
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The BIOS version 1.21 for the AHA-2940 contains an incompatibility with some
multiprocessor systems. The problem may be resolved by updating to version
1.23.

If you need further information, you may reach Adaptec Technical Support at (800)
959-7274.

The third-party products discussed here are manufactured by vendors independent
of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding these
products' performance or reliability.

Additional query words: prodnt setup adaptec
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Keywords          : kbsetup 
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Version           : 3.5 3.51 4.0

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