Contents
About This Guide
What You Need to Know Before You Begin ...................................................11
Terminology Used in this Guide...................................................................... 11
How to Find More Information.......................................................................11
About Your HostRAID Controller
HostRAID Controller Features ........................................................................13
Array Level Features ...................................................................................13
Upgrading the HostRAID Controller Firmware............................................. 13
About the Adaptec 1430SA Controller............................................................ 14
About the Adaptec 1420SA Controller............................................................ 15
About the Adaptec 1220SA Controller............................................................ 16
Kit Contents and
System Requirements
Kit Contents ......................................................................................................18
System Requirements........................................................................................18
Getting Started
Choosing a RAID Level.....................................................................................20
Selecting Disk Drives ........................................................................................20
Disk Drives for Your Controller................................................................ 20
Selecting Cables................................................................................................. 20
SATA Cables................................................................................................20
Installation Options.......................................................................................... 21
Basic Installation Steps............................................................................... 21
Installing with an Operating System..........................................................21
Installing on an Existing Operating System.............................................. 21