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3ware Escalade ATA RAID Controller Installation Guide

Installing a Serial ATA RAID Controller

Hardware Installation

2 One edge of each interface cable connector is keyed to ensure

proper orientation and installation. Carefully mate the connec-

tors without bending any pins.

JP2 LED drive status connector

Note: Pin 1 and 4 are 3.3V and pin 2 and 3 are ground Plug cable to either pins 1 and 2 or pins 3 and 4.

Ports 8 and 9

Ports 10 and 11

Serial Number (on plate)

Ports not shown:

1, 3, 5, and 7, located on the under side of ports 0 through 6

9 and 11, located on the under side of ports 8 and 10

Ports: 6 and 7

4 and 5

2 and 3

0 and 1

Serial ATA

Cable Connector

Jumper Settings

3 Install the other connectors in the same manner.

Note: The connectors on the end of the controller are susceptible to damage from excessive bending.

1If the computer is running, shut it down. Turn off power to the computer and disconnect the power cord from the outlet.

2Open the computer case according to the manufacturer’s instru- tions.

3Find the PCI slot you want to use for the serial ATA RAID Con- troller.

Hint: Cable routing may be easier if you install the ATA RAID Controller next to an open slot.

4 Remove the metal filler bracket for the slot. Save this screw; it

will be used to secure the serial ATA RAID Controller after you

have seated it in the slot.

Power Converter Adapter Connector

Figure 2. 12-Port Escalade 8500-12 Serial ATA RAID Controller with CBL-P-SATA (Parallel to Serial ATA Converter)

Connect the interface cables to the Escalade Serial ATA RAID Controller

1Connect the interface cables supplied with the product to the ATA RAID Controller. See Figure 2.

Hint: While the ATA RAID Controller runs properly in any PCI slot, not all slots give equal performance due to the architecture of the PCI bus. In our laboratories, we have noticed that the slots closest to the Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) or in the 64-bit PCI slot typically give the best performance. Our card should fit in both

32-bit and 64-bit PCI slots with 5V as well as with 3.3V.

5Line up the ATA RAID Controller so that all pins make proper contact with the PCI slot pins when pushed into place. The

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