HARDWARE INSTALLATION
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2. Hardware Installation
This section describes the procedures for installing the 6Gb/s SAS RAID
controllers.
2.1 Before You First Installing
Thanks for purchasing the 6Gb/s SAS RAID controller as your RAID
data storage subsystem. This user manual gives simple step-by-
step instructions for installing and configuring the 6Gb/s SAS RAID
controller. To ensure personal safety and to protect your equipment
and data, reading the following information package list carefully
before you begin installing.
Package Contents
If your package is missing any of the items listed below, con-
tact your local dealers before you install. (
Disk drives and disk
mounting brackets are not included)
• 1 x 6Gb/s SAS RAID controller in an ESD-protective bag
• 1 x Installation CD – containing driver, relative software, an
electronic version of this manual and other related manual
• 1 x Quick start guide
• 1 x Low-profile bracket
2.2 Board Layout
The controller can support a family included 8 ports models as well
as 4/8 internal/external ports. This section provides the board lay-
out and connector/jumper for the 6Gb/s SAS RAID controller.
