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C H A P T E R
Universal HBA Installation and Removal
This chapter describes how to install and remove the universal host bus adapter. Refer to your
system installation or service manual for detailed instructions.
This chapter contains the following sections:
"Observing ESD and Handling Precautions" on page 21
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"First Time Setup" on page 22
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"Preparing for Installation" on page 22
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"Installing the Hardware" on page 29
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"Understanding LED Status Indicators" on page 36
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"Removing the Hardware" on page 37
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Observing ESD and Handling Precautions
Caution -
electrostatic discharge (ESD). Always handle the universal HBA with care to avoid damage to
the electrostatically sensitive components.
To minimize the possibility of ESD-related damage, use both a workstation antistatic mat and
an ESD wrist strap. You can get an ESD wrist strap from any reputable electronics store or
from Oracle as part number 250-1007. Observe the following precautions to avoid ESD-related
problems:
Leave the universal HBA in its antistatic bag until you are ready to install it in the system.
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Always use a properly fitted and grounded wrist strap or other suitable ESD protection
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when handling the universal HBA, and observe proper ESD grounding techniques.
Hold the universal HBA by the edge of the printed circuit board (PCB), not the connectors
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or heatsink.
Place the universal HBA on a properly grounded antistatic work surface pad when it is out
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of its protective antistatic bag.
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Damage to the universal HBA can occur as the result of improper handling or
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