3ware Escalade ATA RAID Controller
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Installing a Serial ATA RAID Controller
Figure 2. 12-Port Escalade 8500-12 Serial ATA
RAID Controller with CBL-P-SATA (Parallel to
Serial ATA Converter)
Connect the interface cables to the Escalade Serial ATA
RAID Controller
1 Connect the interface cables supplied with the product to the
ATA RAID Controller. See Figure 2.
Serial Number
Power Converter Adapter Connector
(on plate)
Jumper Settings
Serial ATA
Cable Connector
0 and 1
2 and 3
4 and 5
Ports: 6 and 7
Ports 10 and 11
Ports not shown:
JP2 LED drive status connector
1, 3, 5, and 7, located on the
9 and 11, located on the
Note: Pin 1 and 4 are 3.3V
and pin 2 and 3 are ground
Plug cable to either pins 1 and 2
or pins 3 and 4.
under side of ports 0 through 6
under side of ports 8 and 10
Ports 8 and 9
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2 One edge of each interface cable connector is keyed to ensure
proper orientation and installation. Carefully mate the connec-
tors without bending any pins.
3 Install the other connectors in the same manner.
Note:
The connectors on the end of the controller are
susceptible to damage from excessive bending.
1 If the computer is running, shut it down. Turn off power to the
computer and disconnect the power cord from the outlet.
2 Open the computer case according to the manufacturer’s instru-
tions.
3 Find the PCI slot you want to use for the serial ATA RAID Con-
troller.
Hint:
Cable routing may be easier if you install the
ATA RAID Controller next to an open slot.
4 Remove the metal filler bracket for the slot. Save this screw; it
will be used to secure the serial ATA RAID Controller after you
have seated it in the slot.
Hint:
While the ATA RAID Controller runs properly
in any PCI slot, not all slots give equal performance due
to the architecture of the PCI bus. In our laboratories, we
have noticed that the slots closest to the Accelerated
Graphics Port (AGP) or in the 64-bit PCI slot typically
give the best performance. Our card should fit in both
32-bit and 64-bit PCI slots with 5V as well as with 3.3V.
5 Line up the ATA RAID Controller so that all pins make proper
contact with the PCI slot pins when pushed into place. The
