Protecting Equipment And Data; Esd Precautions; Mechanical Concerns - 3Ware 3W-6800 User Manual

3ware Escalade Storage Switch User Guide

Protecting equipment and data

Back up your data!
destroys existing files on the member drives. If your
drives contain valuable data, back them up and save data
elsewhere before changing your array configuration.

ESD precautions

Standard electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions must be fol-
lowed to avoid damaging computer components and accessories
when installing or removing the Escalade Storage Switch.
• When the case of your computer is open and its internal parts are
exposed, don't touch any internal part unnecessarily.
• Always wear a grounded strap or work on an ESD-protective
mat.
• Don't remove the storage switch from its protective bag until
you are properly grounded.
• Handle the storage switch by its edges or by the black rail and
metal bracket at its two ends.
• Don't touch any pin, contact, lead or component on the storage
switch.

Mechanical concerns

Be careful when installing the Escalade Storage Switch into your
system. Excessive force can damage the board, the cables, your
drives or your system.
• Be sure the board is aligned with its slot on the motherboard
before installing. Do not flex the board excessively.
• Interface cable connectors must be mated carefully without
bending any pins. The connectors provided are keyed to prevent
you from inserting them upside-down.
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