Installing the Hardware
7Press down gently on the edge of the 3ware RAID controller directly above the slot until it is fully seated.
8Check that the 3ware RAID controller’s metal bracket covers the hole in the case and secure the bracket with the screw that was used to secure the filler bracket in step 5.
To connect the interface cables to the drives
1If your drives are not already installed in the computer chassis or hot swap carriers, install them now. Be sure that the drives are connected to the power supply, either by cable or through the drive cage.
2For each drive, select the end of an interface cable not connected to the 3ware RAID Controller and plug it into the drive or drive carrier.
One edge of each interface cable connector is keyed to ensure proper installation.
3(Optional) Connect the drive activity LED connectors. See the connection details on Figure 1.
For a discussion of whether to make these connections, see “Whether to Use the LED Status Connector” on page 9 and “To connect serial cables to the controller” on page 16.
4(Optional) If staggered spinup is desired (and supported by your hard drives), set the appropriate jumpers on your hard drives to enable staggered spinup.
Later, you will need to enable staggered spinup and specify the staggered method
5Turn to “Check your Installation and Close the Case” on page 22.
183ware 9000 Series Serial ATA RAID Controller Installation Guide
