Before You Begin

Before You Begin

Installing the AcceleRAID 352 Dual Channel RAID controller is no more difficult than installing any 32-bit or 64-bit PCI adapter. The AcceleRAID 352 dual channel controller connects into any PCI slot (PCI 2.1 or 2.2 compliant) on the motherboard. Follow these steps and the installation procedures in this chapter.

￿WARNING

Working with the system covers off and power applied to the system can result in shock and serious injury.

This controller is furnished with a nonvolatile RAM (NVRAM) chip that uses a sealed lithium battery/crystal module. Replace the module only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

Dispose of the used battery/crystal module according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Never incinerate a battery as it could explode and cause 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) safe 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 2-5.

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AcceleRAID 352 Installation Guide