Part
3
Hardware
Installation
and
Verification
Before installing the RocketRAID eSATA 6G series controller
•
Make sure computer is turned off and unplugged from its power source
•
Take appropriate electrostatic discharge precautions:.
Remove the PCIe slot cover.
Gently insert the RocketRAID eSATA 6G series controller into the PCIe slot and
secure the bracket to the computer chassis according to your chassis specifications.
After installing the RocketRAID eSATA 6G series controller, restart your computer.
After your computer has started, insert the Driver & Software Installation Disc to
install the necessary drivers for your computer’s operating system.
Hardware
Verification
Verifying the RocketRAID eSATA 6G series controller is installed into the Mac Pro
system:
Step
1:
Click on About this Mac
Step
2:
Click on More Info
Step
3:
Click on System Report
Step
4:
Click on PCI Cards
Step
5:
The RocketRAID eSATA 6G series controller will be identified as RAID
CONTROLLER.
Step
6:
Verify the RocketRAID eSATA 6G HBA is detected and no drivers are
installed.
In Mac OS X 10.5.x and 10.6.x the Driver Installed will be “No”.
Once you have verified that the RocketRAID eSATA 6G series controller is detected
you can proceed to the Driver and Software Installation.