Hardware installation, Introduction, Performing an installation – Avago Technologies AcceleRAID 160 User Manual

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Manual No. DB11-000021-00

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Hardware Installation

Introduction

The AcceleRAID 160 is a versatile single channel PCI to Ultra 160 SCSI,
Low Voltage Differential (LVD) RAID controller with many possible
hardware configurations. This quick installation guide assumes that the user
is familiar with controller, disk drive, and RAID terminology.

Performing an Installation

Note

A PCI 2.2 compliant slot is required to operate the
AcceleRAID 160 controller. However, a PCI 2.1
compliant slot that supplies 5V power is acceptable.

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to
perform this hardware installation with the power
on. Disconnect the system from the electrical wall
outlet.

PCI Hot Plug

Please refer to Appendix C in the AcceleRAID 160 PCI to Ultra 160 SCSI
RAID Controller Installation Guide
for instructions on how to use the PCI
Hot Plug feature.

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