User`s guide

Chapter 1: About This Guide l10
What You Need to Know Before You Begin
You should be familiar with computer hardware, data storage, and the characteristics of input/
output (I/O) technology used by your controller. Because SAS is a newer I/O technology, an
introduction is provided in the Appendix A.
Terminology Used in this Guide
Many of the terms and concepts referred to in this Guide have multiple names. To maintain
consistency, they are represented as:
● Controller (also known as host bus adapter, board)
● Disk drive (also known as hard disk, hard drive, or hard disk drive)
● Tape (also known as tape drive)
How to Find More Information
You can find more information about your controller, and the software and utilities also
included along with these documents:
● Readme.txt- describes details about updated product information and known issues;
located on the Controller Installation CD.
● Adaptec SATA/SAS 1405, 1045 Controller QuickStart Guide- describes how to use the
controller in an existing operating system.