LSI LSI21002, User Manual

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LSI21002 PCI to Dual Channel SCSI Host Adapter 2-1
Chapter 2
Installing the LSI21002
This chapter describes installing the LSI21002 into PCI computer
systems and includes these topics:
•
Section 2.1, “Quick Installation Procedure,” page 2-1
•
Section 2.2, “Detailed Installation Procedure,” page 2-3
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Section 2.3, “Setting Interrupts (Exceptional Cases),” page 2-24
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Section 2.4, “Completing the Installation,” page 2-25
2.1 Quick Installation Procedure
This section provides quick setup instructions for the experienced
computer user with prior host adapter installation and SCSI bus setup
experience. If you prefer more detailed guidance for installing the
LSI21002, please follow the instructions in
Section 2.2, “Detailed
Installation Procedure.”
For safe and proper installation, check the user’s manual that was
supplied with your computer and perform the following steps.
Step 1. Before proceeding, ground yourself so that a static discharge
does not damage the board. Remove the LSI21002 from the
packing and check that it is not damaged. An example of this
host adapter board is shown in
Figure 2.1 .
Step 2. Switch off and unplug the system.
Step 3. Remove the cabinet cover on your computer to access the PCI
slots.
Caution. Ground yourself by touching a metal surface before
handling boards. Static charges on your body can damage
electronic components. Handle plug-in boards by the edge;