Thank you for purchasing the Host
Bus Adapter (HBA). Please take a few
minutes to read this quick
installation guide before you install
the HBA.
ATTENTION:
Perform all installation work at
an electrostatic discharge (ESD)-
safe workstation that meets the
requirements of EIA-625.
Requirements for Handling
Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive
Devices
. You must perform all
actions in accordance to the
latest revision of the IPC-A-610
ESD-recommended practices.
Quick Installation Guide MegaRAID SAS 9480-8i8e Tri-Mode Controller
Hardware Installation Instructions
To install the MegaRAID Tri-Mode storage adapter, follow these steps:
1.
Unpack the adapter, and inspect it for damage.
Unpack the adapter in a static-free environment.
Remove the adapter from the anti-static bag, and carefully inspect the device for damage. If you notice
any damage, contact Avago or your reseller sales and support representative.
ATTENTION:
To avoid the risk of data loss, back up your data before you change your system
configuration.
2.
Prepare the computer.
Turn off the computer, and disconnect the power cord from the rear of the
power supply.
CAUTION:
Disconnect the computer from the power supply and from any networks to which you
will install the adapter, or you risk damaging the system or experiencing electrical
shock.
3.
Remove the cover from the chassis.
4.
Check the mounting bracket on the adapter (system- dependent)
If required for your system,
replace the full-height mounting bracket that ships on the adapter with the low-profile bracket supplied.
Complete the following steps to attach the short bracket.
a.
Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver that is ESD safe, remove the two Phillips screws that connect the
full-profile bracket to the board. Unscrew the two screws located at the top and bottom edges of
the board. Avoid touching any board components with the screwdriver or bracket.
b.
Remove the full-profile bracket. Do not damage the adapter.
c.
Place the adapter on top of the low-profile bracket. Position the bracket so that the screw holes
in the tabs align with the openings in the board.
d.
Using a #1 Phillips torque screwdriver that is ESD safe, set to a maximum torque of 4.8 ± 0.5
inch-pounds. Replace the two Phillips screws removed in step a.
ATTENTION:
Exceeding this torque specification can damage the board, connectors, or screws, and can
void the warranty on the board.
5.
Insert the adapter into an available PCIe slot.
Locate an empty x8 PCIe slot adequate for your
board. Remove the blank bracket panel on the rear of the computer that aligns with the empty PCIe slot.
Save this bracket screw, if applicable. Align the adapter to a PCIe slot. Press down gently, but firmly, to
seat the adapter correctly in the slot. The following figure shows how to insert the adapter into a PCIe
slot.
NOTE: The shape, size, and locations of the components on your adapter and its bracket might vary
from this illustration. The adapter requires an x8 PCIe slot.
