Mylex AcceleRAID 352, Installation Manual

Page: 18 / 92

Before You Begin
2-2 AcceleRAID 352 Installation Guide
Before You Begin
Installing the AcceleRAID 352 Dual Channel RAID controller is no more
difficult than installing any 32-bit or 64-bit PCI adapter. The AcceleRAID
352 dual channel controller connects into any PCI slot (PCI 2.1 or 2.2
compliant) on the motherboard. Follow these steps and the installation
procedures in this chapter.

WARNING
Working with the system covers off and power
applied to the system can result in shock and
serious injury.
This controller is furnished with a nonvolatile
RAM (NVRAM) chip that uses a sealed lithium
battery/crystal module. Replace the module only
with the same or equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer.
Dispose of the used battery/crystal module
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Never incinerate a battery as it could explode and
cause serious injury.
1. Power off the system and disconnect the power cables before starting
the installation. Refer to the instructions provided in your system
documentation. Do not disconnect cables or power cords while system
power is on.
2. Read all of the instructions in this chapter completely before proceed-
ing. Follow the Notes, Cautions, and Warnings described in this manual
and marked on the equipment.
3. Follow electrostatic discharge (ESD) safe procedures. Use a grounded
wrist strap or ESD safe footwear, and work in an ESD safe area.
4. Perform a safety check of the installation before powering on the
system.
• Make sure that the cabling Pin 1 location is correct and that all
cables are firmly seated in the connectors.
• Make sure all SCSI conventions (cable type, cable length,
termination, etc.) are correct, see Table 2-5.