Contents

About This Guide

Audience Assumptions .....................................................................................................

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Important Safety Information ...........................................................................................

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Symbols on Equipment.....................................................................................................

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Symbols in Text...............................................................................................................

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Related Documents............................................................................................................

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Getting Help.......................................................................................................................

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Technical Support .......................................................................................................

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HP Website...................................................................................................................

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Authorized Reseller......................................................................................................

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Reader’s Comments............................................................................................................

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Chapter 1

Installation Overview

Procedure for a New System ...........................................................................................

1-1

Procedure for a Preconfigured System ............................................................................

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Chapter 2

Installing the Hardware

Preparing the Server ........................................................................................................

2-1

Installing the Smart Array Controller ..............................................................................

2-2

Connecting the Cables .....................................................................................................

2-2

Internal Cabling.........................................................................................................

2-2

External Cabling (Model 642 only)...........................................................................

2-3

HP Smart Array 641/642 Controller User Guide

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