Step 1-Preparing For Component Installation - HP LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-8i Installation Manual

Step 1—Preparing for component installation
NOTE:
Computer models vary. All illustrations are examples only.
Download and install updates
1. Check for available system BIOS updates specified for your HP computer model and operating
system at http://www.hp.com/support.
2.
Install the system BIOS updates, if available.
Accessing the internal components of the computer
1.
If you need help preparing the computer for this installation, consult the removal and replacement
procedures in the service guide for your computer at http://www.hp.com/support/manuals.
2.
Power down the computer, and then disconnect the power cord.
3. Power down all external devices, and then disconnect them from the computer.
4. Remove the side access panel.
Removing components
1. If present, remove the card support to enable access to the expansion slots and system board
connectors.
2.
Select an appropriate PCIe2 x16 or x8 expansion slot on the system board. Any other slot may
result in sub-optimal performance.
NOTE:
panel.
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To identify an available PCIe expansion slot, see the service label on the side access
Removing the expansion slot cover
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