User manual

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

Warning:

High voltages may be found inside computer equipment. Be-

fore installing any of the hardware in this package or remov-

ing the protective covers of any computer equipment, turn

off power switches and disconnect power cords. Do not re-

connect the power cords until you have replaced the covers.

Electrostatic Discharge

Static electricity can cause serious damage to the electronic com-

ponents on this SATA RAID controller. To avoid damage caused by

electrostatic discharge, observe the following precautions:

• Do not remove the SATA RAID controller from its anti-static

packaging until you are ready to install it into a computer case.

• Handle the SATA RAID Controller by its edges or by the metal

mounting brackets at its each end.

• Before you handle the SATA RAID controller in any way, touch a

grounded, anti-static surface, such as an unpainted portion of the

system chassis, for a few seconds to discharge any built-up static

electricity.

Installation Tools

The following items may be needed to assist with installing the

SATA RAID controller into an available PCI expansion slot.

• Small screwdriver

• Host system hardware manuals and manuals for the disk or

enclosure being installed.

Personal Safety Information

To ensure personal safety as well as the safety of the equipment:

• Always wear a grounding strap or work on an ESD-protective

mat.

• Before opening the system cabinet, turn off power switches and

unplug the power cords. Do not reconnect the power cords until

you have replaced the covers.