LSI SYM8953U - Manual (Page 17)

Symbios SYM8953U PCI to Ultra2 SCSI Host Adapter 2-1
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Chapter 2
Installing the SYM8953U
Host Adapter
This chapter provides instructions on how to install the SYM8953U Host
Adapter and includes these topics:
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Section 2.1, “Quick Installation Procedure,” page 2-1
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Section 2.2, “Detailed Installation Procedure,” page 2-3
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Section 2.3, “Completing the Installation,” page 2-24
2.1 Quick Installation Procedure
This section provides an overview of the installation procedure. If you are
an experienced computer user with prior host adapter installation and
SCSI bus setup experience, this section may sufficiently describe the
procedure for you. If you prefer a more detailed guidance for installing
the SYM8953U host adapter, proceed to
Section 2.2, “Detailed
Installation Procedure.”
For safe and proper installation, check the user’s manual supplied with
your computer and perform the following steps.
Step 1. Ground yourself before removing this host adapter board.
Step 2. Remove the SYM8953U PCI to Ultra2 SCSI Host Adapter
board from the packing and check that it is not damaged.
An example of this host adapter board is shown in Figure 2.1 .
A more detailed drawing is located in Figure A.1.
Step 3. Switch off and unplug the system.
Step 4. Remove the cabinet cover on your computer to access the PCI
slots.
Caution: Ground yourself by touching a metal surface before
handling boards. Static charges on your body can damage