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Preface
Purpose of This Manual
The Express5800/320Ma: PCI Adapter Guide describes the PCI adapters used in
Express5800/320Ma systems. The guide contains information specific to each
adapter, including hardware and software requirements, cabling specifications, and
configuration and troubleshooting guidelines.
Audience
This manual is intended for anyone who installs, configures, replaces, or troubleshoots
PCI adapters on Express5800/320Ma systems.
Notation Conventions
This document uses the notation conventions described in this section.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Warnings, cautions, and notes provide special information and have the following
meanings:
W A R N I N G
!
A warning indicates a situation where failure to take
or avoid a specified action could cause bodily harm or
loss of life.
C A U T I O N !
A caution indicates a situation where failure to take or
avoid a specified action could damage a hardware device,
program, system, or data.
N O T E
A note provides important information about the operation
of a system.