LSI LSISAS1064, User Manual

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2-2 Hardware Installation
Version 2.1 Copyright © 2005, 2006 by LSI Logic Corporation. All rights reserved.
2.2 Detailed Installation Instructions
The following steps provide detailed installation instructions:
Step 1. Unpack the host adapter and inspect it for damage.
Unpack the host adapter in a static-free environment. Remove
the host adapter from the anti-static bag and inspect it for
damage. Contact LSI or your OEM support representative if the
host adapter appears damaged.
Step 2. Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord(s).
Turn off the system’s power and physically remove the power
cord(s) from the system.
Step 3. Remove the cover from the system.
Remove the cover from the system’s chassis. Disconnect the
system from any networks.
Step 4. Insert the host adapter in an available PCI/PCI-X slot.
Locate an empty PCI/PCI-X slot. Remove the blank bracket
panel on the back of the computer that is aligned with the
PCI/PCI-X slot you have selected. Save the bracket screw
when present.
Align the host adapter to a PCI/PCI-X slot. Press down gently
but firmly to properly seat the host adapter in the slot.
Figure 2.1 and Figure 2.2 illustrate how to insert the host
adapter in a PCI/PCI-X slot.
Note: The HBA is keyed for a 3.3 V slot. The keying of edge
connector J1 prevents the card from being installed in a 5 V
slot.
Step 5. Secure the bracket to the system’s chassis.
Install the bracket screw, when present, or engage the system’s
retention mechanism to secure the host adapter to the system’s
chassis.
Step 6. Connect the serial cable(s) between the host adapter and the
serial hard disk drive(s) (HDD).
Figure 2.1 and Figure 2.2
illustrate the locations of the connectors on your host adapter.