Intel SRCMR, User Manual

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22 Intel RAID Controller SRCMR User’s Guide
RAID Hardware Installation and Setup
Minimum Hardware Requirements
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Computer with CD-ROM drive (not attached to the Intel RAID Controller SRCMR).
Computer must be on the supported hardware list (for example, Intel
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SCB2 server board).
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One available 64-bit, 66MHz, Zero channel RAID compatible PCI slot .
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PCI 2.2 compliant System BIOS.
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SCSI hard disk drive(s) (the minimum required to meet desired RAID level).
Install the Intel RAID Controller SRCMR in the Intel
Server Board
The Intel RAID Controller SRCMR comes ready to be inserted into the computer system. The
RAID firmware has already been programmed into the flash memory.
WARNING
SHOCK HAZARDS may be present inside the unit in which this card is being installed.
Disconnect all power cords to the unit before removal of any covers. Follow the warnings noted
in your computer’s user or service manual before installing this board. ONLY after all the
covers are reinstalled should you reattach the power cords and power up the unit for the software
installation and use.
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NOTE
Take precautions to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage before handling the Intel RAID
Controller SRCMR.
The Intel RAID Controller SRCMR uses the SCSI controller on the server board so there are no
SCSI cables to connect to the Intel RAID Controller SRCMR.
Install the Intel RAID Controller SRCMR into the zero channel RAID capable PCI slot. Refer to
your board documentation for details. The example below refers to the Intel SCB2 server board.
1. Shut down the system.
2. Turn the power off.
3. Insert the Intel RAID controller in the first PCI slot of either the 1-slot (SR1200 chassis) or
3-slot (SR2200 chassis) PCI riser card used on the P64-B PCI segment.