Chapter 2

Detailed Host Adapter Installation

This chapter provides detailed instructions on how to install the LSI Logic Ultra320 SCSI to PCI-X host adapters and includes these topics:

•Section 2.1, “Installing your Ultra320 SCSI Host Adapter,” page 2-1

•Section 2.2, “SCSI Device Cables,” page 2-4

•Section 2.3, “Connecting SCSI Devices,” page 2-6

•Section 2.4, “Terminating the SCSI Bus,” page 2-11

•Section 2.5, “Setting SCSI IDs,” page 2-12

•Section 2.6, “Completing the Installation,” page 2-13

2.1Installing your Ultra320 SCSI Host Adapter

This section provides detailed instructions for installing your host adapter and connecting your SCSI devices to it. The following illustrations show the LSI22320-R Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI host adapter. However, these illustrations apply to all host adapters. For more information about all the Ultra320 SCSI host adapters, see Chapter 3, “Ultra320 SCSI Host Adapter Characteristics.“

2.1.1 Selecting a PCI Slot

Step 1. Turn off and unplug your computer

Warning: Be sure to disconnect the computer’s power before you remove the cover and install the Ultra320 SCSI host adapter.

Step 2. Open your computer cabinet by removing its cover.

Step 3. Be sure to touch a grounded metal surface to discharge static electricity before removing the host adapter from its package.

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