Silicon Image Network Adapter 51143 User Manual

Introduction
The Silicon Image Sil3124 Serial ATA I/II to PCI Host Controller Card is a high performance,
server class storage interface device, which provides a multi-port SATA connectivity to
minimize the host overhead and the host to device latency. It also supports the latest NCQ
hard disks. With this NCQ feature, the hard disks perform more efficient, which means higher
performance and longer lifetime of the hard disks.
Features
Compatible to PCI Specification
Support data transfer rate 3Gb/s (SATA II) for chipset Sil3124-2 and 1.5Gb/s (SATA)
for chipset Sil3124-1
Backward compatible to SATA 1.0a specification
Support hard disks with Native Command Queue (NCQ) feature
Support 4 independent SATA ports
Capability to connect to a Port Multiplier (e.g. Sil3726) on each port with FIS based
switching
Hot plugging supported
Support Raid 0, 1, 5 and 10
Windows NT4.0, 2000, XP, Vista, Server 2003, Linux supported
Before the installation of the controller card, let us make the following assumptions:
1. The end users must have the basic knowledge of installing an internal device and its driver to a
PC. If they are not sure about their abilities or have any queries, please call their local dealers
immediately, or find somebody who are experienced and qualified for assistance.
2. The computer has been properly installed with our supported Windows operating system
Before installing and activating RAID function, please make sure
you have a complete backup of your existing data from your hard
drives. Manufacturer is not responsible for data loss due to abuse,
misuse, or neglect. Should you have any installation problem,
please contact your dealer for assistance.
Installing the controller card into the computer
1. Turn off your computer and all external devices connect to it
2. Disconnect your computer from the power sources.
3. Open the computer case. Refer to your computer user manual for more details.
4. Find an available PCI slot and remove the slot bracket. Save the bracket screw for later use.
5. Align the controller card horizontally with respect to the slot and insert it into the slot firmly and
evenly. Take care not to force it into the slot. Once you have properly positioned the controller
card into the slot, fasten it to the computer case with the screw you have just saved.
6. Mount the hard disk(s) on the computer case
7. Connect the power cable to the hard disk(s)
8. Connect the hard disk(s) to the controller card with the SATA card
9. Secure the computer case and switch on your computer.
U s e r M a n u a l
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