Installation; Installing The Host Adapter - Adaptec 2910C User Manual

Installation

Installing the Host Adapter

Step 1:
Turn OFF your computer and attached
devices, and then disconnect the power cords.
Step 2:
Touch the metal on the back of your
computer with one hand to discharge any static
electricity. With your other hand, handle the host
adapter by the metal bracket or edges and remove it
from the antistatic bag.
WARNING: Before you go any further, make sure
you have completed Steps 1 and 2.
Step 3:
Remove the cover from the computer case.
(If necessary, refer to your computer documentation.)
Back of
Your Computer
Tip:
If you own a computer tower, lay it on its
side for an easier installation.
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Step 4:
Locate an unused PCI expansion slot
(typically white or ivory). Unscrew the slot cover and
set it aside.
Slot Cover
Note:
The PCI slot must support 5-volt bus
master data transfers. (See your computer docu-
mentation or contact your vendor.)
Step 5:
Position the host adapter over the PCI slot,
and align the bottom edge to the slot's opening.
Firmly push the host adapter into the PCI slot, so that
it stands perpendicular to the PCI slot.
Bottom Edge
PCI Expansion Slots
(typically white or ivory)
PCI Slot
Opening