Chapter 2: Hardware Installation; Installation Pre-Requisites - Rorke Data Galaxy 16i User Manual

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The modular design of the Galaxy 16i RAID subsystem simplifies

the installation process. This chapter describes the installation

procedures for the Galaxy 16i RAID Controller subsystem.

CAUTION

Please note that the installation instructions described in this

manual should be carefully followed. If they are not carefully

followed, your system may be damaged.

1. Static Free Installation Environment – The Galaxy 16i

subsystem must be installed in a static free environment to

minimize the possibility of electrostatic discharge (ESD)

damage. (See Section 2.2).

2. Component Check – Before the Galaxy 16i subsystem is

installed, users should, during the unpacking process, check to

see that they have received all the required components. (See

Section 2.3 )

3. Memory Modules – If the users wish to change the pre-

installed memory modules, the separately purchased modules

must be installed by the end user. (See Section 2.5.1)

4. Dongle Kits- For the redundant models, either SATA-to-SATA

or SATA-to-PATA MUX kits must be installed for the

redundant controller subsystem. If you wish to use PATA

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