Hardware User Guide

10 Intel® RAID Controller RS3FC044 User Guide
Figure 2. Install an Intel 12Gb/s x8 Controller in a PCIe Slot
6. Secure the controller bracket to the system’s chassis. Install the bracket screw, if
applicable, or engage the system retention mechanism to secure the controller to the
system’s chassis.
7. Connect internal SAS cables between the controller and the SAS backplane,
any other SATA or SAS devices in the system chassis, or both. The Intel 12Gb/s
SAS Controller has one, SFF-8643, internal x4, mini-SAS HD connector. Use a
cable with an internal mini-SAS HD connector on one end (to connect to the
controller) and the appropriate connector to attach to the SAS or SATA devices or
backplane on the other end.
8. Replace the cover of the chassis.
9. Connect SAS cables between the controller and the SAS enclosure that
contains SATA or SAS devices. The Intel 12Gb/s SAS Controller has one SFF-
8644, external x4 mini-SAS HD connector. Use a cable with an external mini-SAS
HD connector (SFF-8644) on one end (to connect to the controller) and the
appropriate connector to attach to the enclosure that contains SAS or SATA devices
on the other end.
10. Replace the cover and any power cords, and power up the system. Reconnect
any power cords, and reconnect any network cables. Turn on the power.
The hardware installation of your Intel 12Gb/s SAS Controller is complete.