Installing the sas controller board – Acer Altos G540 Series User Manual

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Installing the SAS controller board

If you intend to install a SAS hard drive, you need to first install the
LSI 1068 SAS controller board option.

To install the SAS controller board:

1

Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 37.

2

Locate the SODIMM slot. If necessary, remove any cables that
prevent access to it.

3

Remove the SAS controller board from its protective packaging,
handling it by the edges.

4

Install the SAS controller board.

(1) Align then insert the gold-lined edge of the board into the

SODIMM slot.

(2) Firmly press the board down to seat it properly.

(3) Secure the board with the one screw.

5

Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 38.

When you turn on the system, the BIOS setup automatically
detects and assigns resources to the new device.

For information on how to install a SAS HDD, go to page 45.

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