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LSI Nytro WarpDrive Application Acceleration Cards User Guide
June 2013
Chapter 2: Installation
Quick Installation Instructions
Chapter 2: Installation
2.1 Quick Installation Instructions
Use the quick installation instructions to install your LSI Nytro WarpDrive card if you are comfortable with the
installation procedure. See the next section if you need more detailed installation instructions.
To quickly install your LSI Nytro WarpDrive card, follow these instructions.
1. Unpack the LSI Nytro WarpDrive card and inspect it for damage.
2. Turn off the server, and remove the power cord.
3. Remove the cover from the server.
4. Insert the card in an available PCIe slot.
5. Secure the bracket to the system’s chassis.
6. Replace the cover and the power cord, then turn on the server.
The LSI Nytro WarpDrive card hardware installation is complete.
2.2 Detailed Installation Instructions
2.2.1 Hardware Installation for the LSI Nytro WarpDrive 6203 Card
1. Unpack the LSI Nytro WarpDrive card and inspect it for damage. Unpack the card in a static-free environment
and follow good antistatic grounding procedures. Remove the LSI Nytro WarpDrive card from the antistatic bag,
and carefully inspect it for damage. If you notice any damage, contact LSI, or your reseller support representative.
NOTE Back up your data before changing your system configuration.
2. Prepare the computer. Turn off the server, and disconnect the power cords from the power supply. Remove the
cover from the chassis.
WARNING To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the server from the main power
and from any networks before you install the card.
3. Replace the PCI mounting bracket (system dependent). If required for your system, replace the shorter PCI
mounting bracket that ships on the LSI Nytro WarpDrive card with the full-height bracket supplied. Save the two
screws from the short bracket and use the screws to attach the full-height bracket.
4. Insert the LSI Nytro WarpDrive card in an available PCIe slot. Locate an empty PCIe slot. Remove the blank
bracket panel on the server chassis that aligns with the empty PCIe slot. Save the bracket screw, if applicable.
Align the card to the PCIe slot. Press down gently, but firmly, to properly seat the card in the slot. The following
figure shows how to insert the card in a PCIe slot.