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Step 2. Turn off the Power to the System
Review all safety information provided with the computer; then,
turn off the power to the computer, unplug the power cords from
the power supplies, disconnect the computer from the network,
and remove the computer cover. See the documentation
provided with the computer for instructions. Before you install
the controller, make sure that the computer is disconnected
from the power and from any networks.
Step 3. Review the Controller Connectors
Refer to
Chapter 3, "ServeRAID M5110 SAS/SATA Controller
Characteristics"
controller with its connectors.
Step 4. Review the Controller Limitations
Review
Section 1.2.1, "Controller Limitations"
the controller in the system.
Step 5. Install the Controller
Select a PCI Express slot and align the controller's PCI Express
bus connector to the slot. Press down gently but firmly to
ensure that the card is properly seated in the slot. Secure the
bracket to the computer chassis.
Figure 2.1
controller in a PCI Express slot.
Note:
Some PCI Express slots support PCI Express graphics
cards only. If a RAID controller is installed one of those
slots, the controller does not function.
Attention:
To avoid damage to the computer, always remove the
controller from the PCI Express slot before you relocate or
ship the computer.
Detailed Installation
for a diagram of the ServeRAID M5110
shows the installation of the ServeRAID M5110
before you install
2-3
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