Before You Begin

Before You Begin

Installing the AcceleRAID 170 single channel RAID controller is no more difficult than installing any 32-bit PCI adapter controller. The AcceleRAID 170 single channel controller connects into any PCI 2.2 compliant slot on the motherboard. Follow these steps and the installation procedures in this chapter.

☛Note

Recommended: Connect the AcceleRAID 170 into a 32-bit PCI slot to reserve the 64-bit PCI slot for 64-bit controllers (although the AcceleRAID 170 will work in a 64-bit slot).

￿WARNING

Working with the system covers off and power applied to the system can result in shock and 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) safety 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 2-3 on page 2-15.

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AcceleRAID 170 Installation Guide