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6.

Make sure the system provides the required airflow for the controller.

 Airflow must be at least 

200 linear feet per minute (LFM) at 55 °C inlet temperature to avoid operating the Avago SAS 3224 
processor above the maximum junction temperature.

7.

Replace the cover and reconnect any cords and cables, and power up the system.

 Replace the 

chassis’s cover, reconnect any power cords, and reconnect any network cables. Turn on the power.

Driver Installation

All driver installation instructions are available at 

http://www.avagotech.com/support/download-search

Select 

12Gb/s SAS Host Bus Adapters > 

SAS 9305-24i Host Bus Adapter

 > Software Downloads

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Replacing the Bracket

To replace the bracket for the Avago 12Gb/s SAS HBA, follow these steps:

1.

At an ESD-safe workstation, remove the board from its ESD protective bag.

ATTENTION:

Never apply pressure to the bracket or the heat sink when inserting the board. Do not 
handle the board by the bracket. Do not handle the heat sink at any time. Do not bend or 
twist the board at any time,

2.

Use an ESD-safe #1 Phillips screwdriver to carefully remove the two Phillips screws that connect the 

bracket to the board. The following figure shows how to unscrew the two screws located at the top edge 
and bottom edge of the board.

CAUTION:

Damaging the screw can void the warranty. To prevent damage to the screw, make 
sure that the screwdriver is centered in the top of the screw.

Figure 2. Unscrewing the Two Phillips Screws

3.

Keep the board on a level surface to make sure you do not lose any retaining clips.

 The heat 

sink is held in place by the same screws that attach the bracket. The black retaining clips shown in the 
following figure can come loose when the screws are removed.

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