Step 1: Setting Up The Hardware - HighPoint RocketRAID 4520 Series User Manual

Step 1: Setting Up the Hardware

Ensure all items listed under Kit Contents are included in your package. For any
discrepancy contact your reseller or submit a support ticket online at
tech.com/websupport.
Preparing the RocketRAID HBA (Host Bus Adapter)
The following instructions describe how to prepare your RocketRAID4522 HBA for use.
To install your RocketRAID4522:
Important: Before installing the RocketRAID4522 Controller, ensure that your system
is powered OFF.
1. Locate a PCI Express 2.0 x8 slot (or compatible slot) on your PC or Mac Pro (old
version) motherboard.
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Note 1: Refer to your PC or Mac Pro manual for instructions on how to
access your motherboard.
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Note 2: Refer to your motherboard manual for instructions on how to locate
your PCI Express slot.
2. Align the RocketRAID4522 with the PCI Express slot and push straight down until
the card is fully seated.
3. Tighten the connection by fastening the RocketRAID bracket and enclosure
together with a screw.
4. Power on system and continue to Step 2: Install/Update Drivers
A PCI Express 2.0 x8 card is compatible with PCI Express 2.0 x16 and PCI Express 3.0
x16 slots. The following diagram shows how to install HBA to a PCIe slow on
motherboards.
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