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ATTO Technology ExpressPCI FC 3321, 3322 and 3342 Installation and Operation Manual
3 Hardware installation and initial configuration
You will need a basic understanding of Fibre Channel before installing the ATTO ExpressPCI host
adapter. Please refer to Chapter 2 for a list of Fibre Channel-related web sites.
WARNING
ATTO Technology recommends that you
back up your system data before changing or installing
any hardware.
System requirements
The ATTO ExpressPCI host adapter package
contains the host adapter, the ATTO Express Pro-
Tools CD and a warranty and registration card. If
any of these items are missing, contact your
ATTO authorized sales representative.
To install and use the ATTO ExpressPCI Fibre
Channel adapter you will need:
❖
A computer with an available PCI or PCI-X
expansion slot.
❖
The complete ATTO ExpressPCI FC host
adapter package.
Fibre Channel address
ATTO ExpressPCI host adapters are configured
with a unique address designated by the Institute
of Electrical and Electronic Engineers. The
WorldWide Port Name (WWN) and Node name
are the two components of the address assigned to
Fibre Channel products. This address, which is
stored in the NVRAM on the ATTO ExpressPCI
host adapter, allows the system to recognize it as
a unique part of your configuration. The address
is clearly marked on the back of the board for easy
identification. Please keep a reference copy of the
number in a safe place or write in the space
provided below.
ExpressPCI FC host adapter WWNs are assigned
for each channel. The WWN listed on your host
adapter is assigned to the first channel (0).
Sequential WWNs apply for additional channels.
WWN 0:_____________________
WWN 1_____________________
WWN 2_____________________(FC 3342 only)
WWN 3:____________________ (FC 3342 only)
Installation
WARNING
ATTO ExpressPCI host adapters contain
components that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge
(ESD). ESD can cause damage to the ExpressPCI host
adapter. Please follow standard methods to avoid ESD.
1
Power down the computer and unplug the
computer from all power sources.
2
Open the case.
3
Ins
tall the ATTO ExpressPCI host adapter in
any open PCI expansion slot. If you have
questions about how to install an expansion
card in your system, consult your
computer’s documentation.
Exhibit 3-1
Inserting the host adapter
Note: If you have difficulty seating the ATTO
ExpressPCI host adapter in 32-bit PCI bus
computers, check to make sure the connector can
accommodate 64-bit host adapters.FC 3342 host
adapters will only fit in 3.3V slots.
4
Connect Fibre Channel devices by inserting
a Fibre Channel cable to the connector on
the ATTO ExpressPCI host adapter until you
hear a click.
5
Close the case on the computer and power
it up.
Bracket Screw
32-bit 5V PCI Slots
64-bit, 3.3V
PCI Slots
