1.3Detailed Installation Procedure

This section provides step-by-step instructions for installing the host adapter. If you are experienced in these tasks, you may prefer to use Section 1.2, “Quick Installation Procedure.”

1.3.1Before You Start

Before starting, look through the following task list to get an overall idea of the steps you will perform. If you are not confident you can perform the tasks as described here, LSI Logic recommends getting assistance.

Each FC host adapter channel that you install can act as a host for up to 126 Arbitrated Loop FC devices, not including the adapter itself. Follow the detailed instructions in Section 1.3.2, “Installing the Host Adapter,” to install your host adapter board successfully.

1.3.2Installing the Host Adapter

For safe and proper installation, refer to the user’s manual supplied with your computer and perform the following steps to install the host adapter.

Step 1. Ground yourself before removing this host adapter board.

Step 2. Remove the host adapter from the packaging and check that it is not damaged.

Figure 1.1 illustrates an example of this host adapter board. Also refer to Chapter 2, “2 Gbit/s FC Host Adapter Characteristics,” to see more detailed drawings of the 2 Gbit/s host adapter boards.

Step 3. Switch off the computer and unplug the power cords for all components in your system.

Step 4. Remove the cover from your computer according to the instructions in the user’s manual for your system, to access the PCI slots.

Caution: Ground yourself by touching a metal surface before removing the cabinet top. Static charges on your body can damage electronic components. Handle plug-in boards by the edge; do not touch board components or gold

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