Installing A Raid Controller With Zero Maintenance Cache Protection - Adaptec 51645 Installation And User Manual

Optional—Connect your RAID controller's I2C connector (not available on all models) to
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an I2C connector on an internal backplane or enclosure, using an I2C cable. For more
connection details, see
Prepare and install your internal disk drives, following the instructions in
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Drives to Your Controllers on page
If you are not installing internal disk drives, close your computer cabinet, reattach the
power cord, then continue with

Installing a RAID Controller with Zero Maintenance Cache Protection

Warning:
Do not attempt to connect a Battery Backup Module (see
Adaptec RAID controller with Zero Maintenance Cache Protection. The battery module can
overheat and may even explode!
Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cord. Open
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the cabinet, following the manufacturer's instructions.
Select an available PCIe expansion slot that's compatible with
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your RAID controller and remove the slot cover, as shown at
right. (PCIe bus compatibility is marked to the controller figures
in About Your RAID Controller on page
Caution:
Touch a grounded metal object before handling
!
the RAID controller.
As shown at right, insert the RAID controller into the
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expansion slot and press down gently but firmly until it clicks
into place. When installed properly, the RAID controller
should appear level with the expansion slot.
Secure the bracket in the expansion slot, using the retention
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device (for instance, a screw or lever) supplied with your
computer.
Attach the zero maintenance cap card (ZMM-100CC)
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to the RAID controller by inserting the connector into
the socket on the ZMM-100DB daughterboard, as
shown at right. The connector attaches to the socket in
only one direction.
Choose a location on the chassis or in the system to fix
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the tethered cap card using the included tie-backs such
that (i) the cable (18.5") reaches the mating location on
the RAID controller when the controller is installed in
the expansion slot; (ii) wiring is routed and secured so
that it does not contact any moving parts (fans, for
instance); and (iii) the cap card is protected from excessive heat.
Chapter 5: Installing the Controller and Disk Drives
About Your RAID Controller on page
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Connecting External Devices on page
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Connecting Disk
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