9690_Install Install Guide_9690 Guide 9690

• Table of Contents
• About this Guide
• Chapter 1. Getting Started
  • Contents of this Package
  • 9690SA RAID Controller Card Models
  • Cables
    • SFF-8087-to-SFF-8087 Multi-lane cables
    • SFF-8088 to SFF-8088 Multi-lane cables
    • Other Available Cables
  • System Requirements
    • Motherboard and Slot Requirements
    • Enclosure Requirements
    • Drive Requirements
    • Operating System Requirements
    • Other Requirements
  • Safety Information
    • Site Selection
    • Personal Safety When Installing the 9690SA RAID Controller in Your Computer
    • Protecting Equipment and Data
      • ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) Precautions
    • Installation Considerations
      • Air Flow, Cable Length, and Routing Space
      • Selecting the Slot in Which to Install the Controller
      • Things to Watch Out For During Installation of the RAID Controller
• Chapter 2. Installing Your 3ware RAID Controller
  • Tools You Need
  • Before You Start
  • Install the Controller in the Computer
  • Attach the Cables to Your Controller
    • Internal Connectors
    • External Connectors
  • Connect the Cables to Backplanes
  • Finishing Up the RAID Controller Installation
    • Connect Battery (if appropriate)
    • Check Installation and Close the Case
  • Configure Your RAID Arrays
• Chapter 3. Installing a Battery Backup Unit
  • Before You Start
  • Installing the Control Module
  • Installing the Remote Battery
  • Replacing the Battery
• Appendix: Technical Support
  • Sales and ordering information
  • Feedback on this manual