C H A P T E R 2
Hardware Installation and Removal
This chapter describes the tasks required to install and remove the HBA. Refer to your system installation or service manual for detailed instructions.
This chapter contains the following topics:
■“Observing ESD and Handling Precautions” on page 7
■“Installing the Hardware” on page 8
■“To Verify the Installation (Solaris OS)” on page 13
■“Removing the Hardware” on page 15
Observing ESD and Handling
Precautions
Caution – Damage to the HBA can occur as the result of careless handling or electrostatic discharge (ESD). Always handle the HBA with care to avoid damage to electrostatic sensitive components.
To minimize the possibility of
■Leave the HBA in its antistatic bag until you are ready to install it in the system.
■Always use a properly fitted and grounded wrist strap or other suitable ESD protection when handling the HBA and observe proper ESD grounding techniques.
■Hold the HBA by the edge of the PCB, not the connectors.
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