HARDWARE INSTALLATION
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Tools Required
An ESD grounding strap or mat is required. Also required are
standard hand tools to open your system’s case.
System Requirement
The ARC-1330 series host adapters can be installed in a universal
PCIe slot and requires a motherboard that:
•
Comply with the PCIe x 3.0 x8 lanes
It can work on the PCIe 1.0/2.0 expansion slot x1, x4, x8, and
x16 signals with x8 or x16 slot M/B.
Installation Tools
The following items may be needed to assist with installing the
ARC-1330 series host adapters into an available PCIe expansion
slot.
• Small screwdriver
• Host system hardware manuals and manuals for the disk or
enclosure being installed.
Personal Safety Instructions
Use the following safety instructions to help you protect your
computer system from potential damage and to ensure your own
personal safety.
• Always wear a grounding strap or work on an ESD-protective
mat.
• Before opening the system cover, turn off power switches and
unplug the power cords. Do not reconnect the power cords until
you have replaced the covers.
Electrostatic Discharge
Static electricity can cause serious damage to the electronic com-
ponents on this SAS host adapter. To avoid damage caused by
electrostatic discharge, observe the following precautions:
•
Do not remove the host adapters from its anti-static packaging
until you are ready to install it into a computer case.
Summary of Contents for ARC-1330 Series
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