About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the server management board.

How this guide is organized

This guide contains the following parts:

•Chapter 1: Product introduction

This chapter offers the PIKE 1064E/1068E SAS RAID card features and the new technologies it supports.

•Chapter 2: RAID configuration

This chapter provides instructions on setting up, creating, and configuring

RAID sets using the available utilities.

•Chapter 3: Driver installation

This chapter provides instructions for installing the RAID drivers on different operating systems.

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1.ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2.Optional documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

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