Avago Technologies Cache Protection for RAID Controller Cards - Manual (Page 16)

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Cache Backup Products for MegaRAID SAS+SATA RAID Controllers User Guide
May 2015 Chapter 2: Installing the Cache Backup Products
Installing the LSIiBBU05 Unit
2.2 Installing the LSIiBBU05 Unit
The two types of LSIiBB05 units are:
 LSI intelligent Battery Backup Unit 05– NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride)
 LSI intelligent Battery Backup Unit 05 – LiON (Lithium Ion)
WARNING The battery used in this device might present a fire or chemical burn
hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above 100 °C, or
incinerate. Dispose of used battery correctly. Keep away from children.
2.2.1 Installing the LSIiBB05 (NiMH) Unit
The LSIiBB05 NiMH intelligent BBU unit has built-in functionality to charge the battery pack automatically and to
communicate battery status information such as voltage, temperature, and current, to the host computer system.
The LSIiBB05 unit, which features NiMH battery cell technology, can be used in two application modes:
 Mode 1: The LSIiBB05 unit mounts directly to the following SAS RAID controllers using a small board-to-board
connector (daughtercard):
— MegaRAID SAS 8704ELP
— MegaRAID SAS 8708ELP
 Mode 2: The LSIiBB05 unit connects remotely to the following SAS RAID controller using a 12-in. cable:
— MegaRAID SAS 8888ELP