Intel SASUC8I - RAID Controller, Hardware User'S Manual

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Intel® RAID Controller SASUC8I Hardware User’s Guide 9
Configuring the Storage Adapter
After performing the Intel
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RAID Controller SASUC8I installation, you must configure
the storage adapter and install the operating system driver. The Intel
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IT/IR RAID
Software User’s Guide provides configuration options and instructions for the Intel
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RAID Controller SASUC8I, as well as detailed installation instructions for operating
system drivers.
Replacing a Controller
To replace a failed controller, follow these steps .
1. Power off the computer and all drives, enclosures, and system components.
Remove the power cord.
2. Remove the chassis cover and access the PCI Express* add-in card slots. See your
server documentation for instructions.
3. Disconnect the cable(s) from the RAID controller.
4. Remove the failed controller from the system.
5. Insert the replacement controller into the system. Follow the instructions under
“Installing the RAID Controller” .