IBM OPTIONS, User Manual

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Note that if you install more than one SCSI adapter in your computer, each
adapter has a separate SCSI bus, and you can use each SCSI ID once on each
bus.
Step 2. Opening your computer
1.
Turn off all attached devices; then turn off your computer.
2.
Unplug the power cords for your computer and all attached devices; then
open your computer. For specific information on opening your computer,
refer to the documentation that comes with your computer.
Step 3. Unpacking the SCSI adapter
1. Before opening the static-protective bag containing the SCSI adapter, touch
the bag to an unpainted metal surface on your computer for at least two
seconds.
2. Remove the adapter from the static-protective bag. If you must put the
adapter down, place it on top of the static-protective bag.
3. Inspect the adapter before you install it in your computer for any physical
damage. The following illustration identifies the adapter components.
J3
J1
P1
J5
1
68-pin Internal LVD/SE Connector
4
68-pin External VHDCI Connector
2
External LED connector
5
mounting screws
3
PCI bus card-edge connector
6
bracket
Step 4. Inserting the adapter into the PCI slot
1. Locate an available 32-bit or 64-bit PCI expansion slot. These slots are
shorter than ISA or EISA slots as shown in the illustration. The PCI bus
2-4
IBM PCI Ultra160 SCSI Adapter: User’s Guide