Intel quick start Intel Server RAID Controller U2-1 Hardware Setup

Intel Server RAID Controller U2-1 Hardware Setup

Hardware Requirements

•Server with CD-ROM Drive not attached to Intel Server RAID Controller U2-1

•One available PCI slot (33MHz recommended)

•Monitor display resolution of 800 x 600 or higher

•Intel Server RAID Controller U2-1 Adapter Card

•PCI 2.2 Compliant BIOS

Installing Intel Server RAID Controller U2-1 into a System

The Intel Server RAID Controller U2-1 comes with the Intel Integrated RAID firmware already programed into the flach memory. All that is necessary before installing the SRCU21 adapter into the Intel server board is to install an approved SDRAM ECC DIMM into the memory socket. Install an appropreate DIMM into the memory socket as indicated in the diagram on the previous page. Please refer to the approved memory list at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/srcu21.

WARNING

SHOCK HAZARDS may be present inside the unit in which this card is being installed. Disconnect all power cords to the unit before removal of any covers.

Follow the warnings noted in your computers user or service manual before installing this board. ONLY after all the covers are reinstalled should you reattach the power cords and power up the unit for the software installation and use.

1Power down the system, disconnect power cord(s) and remove the system cover.

2Install the SRCU21 into an available PCI slot. Connect one end of the SCSI cable to the internal (68 pin) or external (VHDCI) SCSI connector on the SRCU21. Connect the other end of the SCSI cable to the SCSI drives or drive enclosure.

3Replace the system cover, reconnect power cord(s).

✏NOTE

SRCU21 will work in a 66MHz slot, however, a 33MHz PCI slot is recommended. Consult the system guide for the target server board to determine an appropriate 33MHz PCI slot.

6 Intel Server RAID Controller U2-1 (SRCU21) Quick Start Guide