DATOptic ARC-1680 Series - Manual (Page 16)

HARDWARE INSTALLATION
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2. Hardware Installation
This section describes the procedures for installing the SAS RAID con-
trollers.
2.1 Before You Begin Installing
Thanks for purchasing the SAS RAID controller as your RAID data
storage subsystem. This user manual gives simple step-by-step
instructions for installing and configuring the SAS RAID controller.
To ensure personal safety and to protect your equipment and data,
reading the following information package list carefully before you
begin installing.
Package Contents
If your package is missing any of the items listed below, con-
tact your local dealers before you install. (Disk drives and disk
mounting brackets are not included)
• 1 x SAS RAID controller in an ESD-protective bag
• 1 x Installation CD – containing driver, relative software, an
electronic version of this manual and other related manual
• 1 x User Manual
2.2 Board Layout
The controller can support a family included 8 ports models as well
as industry-first 8/12/16/24 internal ports with additional 4 exter-
nal ports. This section provides the board layout and connector/
jumper for the SAS RAID controller.