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5.
Insert the HBA in an available PCIe slot. Locate an empty x8 PCIe slot. Remove the
expansion-slot cover for the selected PCIe slot. Save the bracket screw, if applicable.
Align the HBA with a PCIe slot. Press down gently, but firmly, to correctly seat the HBA in the
slot. The following figure shows how to insert the HBA in a PCIe slot.
NOTE: The shape, size, and locations of components on your HBA and its bracket
might vary from this illustration. The controllerrequires a x8 PCIe slot.
6.
Secure the HBA bracket to the system chassis. Install the bracket screw, if applicable, or
engage the system retention mechanism to secure the HBA to the system chassis.
7.
Connect SAS cables between the HBA and the SAS backplane or any other SATA or SAS
devices. Connect internal mini-SAS HD cables between the HBA and the SAS backplane or
any other SAS or SATA devices.
connectors. The HBA has
8.
Replace the cover and any power cords, and power on the system. Replace the chassis
cover, reconnect any power cords, and reconnect any network cables. Turn on the power.
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The preceding figure shows the locations of the HBA
two SFF-8643, internal x4, mini-SAS HD connectors.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
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using the HBA, go to http://www.ibm.com/
supportportal/
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