IBM PCI Dual Channel Ultra3 SCSI Adapter, Installation And Using Manual

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Chapter 5. Installing Adapter Hardware
This chapter provides instructions for installing a PCI adapter and connecting your SCSI
devices. Before you begin, be sure you have read “Handling Static-Sensitive Devices”
on page vii. Also refer to the PCI Adapter Placement Reference, order number
SA38-0538.
Attention: Do not remove the PCI Dual Channel Ultra3 SCSI Adapter from its
antistatic package at this time.
Installing the Adapter
To install the adapter, do the following:
1. Read Chapter 2, “Preparing for Installation” on page 3 to determine:
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If you should install your PCI Adapter hardware first, go to step 2 and continue
with this section.
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If you should install your device driver software first, go back to Chapter 3,
“Installing Device Driver Software” on page 5. Return here to install your
hardware.
2. Determine if you are installing your adapter for external or internal connection:
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For external connections, refer to your system unit installation guide for PCI
adapter installation instructions. Reinstall the covers after the installation is
complete. Return here and go to “Connecting External Devices”.
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For internal connections, refer to your system unit installation guide for PCI
adapter installation instructions. Do not reinstall the covers after the installation is
complete. Return here and go to “Connecting Internal Devices” on page 14.
Connecting External or Internal Devices
To connect external or internal devices, use the following procedures.
Note: Attachment cables are usually shipped with the attaching subsystem or device.
Connecting External Devices
Note: Depending on your system unit, you may not need to shut down the system
before connecting external devices. For more information, refer to the
documentation provided with your system unit.
To connect external devices, do the following:
1. If the cable from your subsystem or device has a VHDCI connector on the end
going to the adapter, connect the cable directly to the external port Channel A
(connector J2) or Channel B (connector J3). Use the fastening screws on the cable
connector to securely attach the connector to the adapter.
If the cable from your subsystem or device has a high-density D-shell connector on
the end going to the adapter, attach it to a VHDCI to D-shell converter cable
before
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