About This User's Guide - NEC Express5800 Series User Manual

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ABOUT THIS USER'S GUIDE

This User's Guide is a guide for proper setup and use of the Tape Blade.
This User's Guide also covers useful procedures for dealing with difficulties and problems that may
arise during setup or operation of the Tape Blade.
Keep this manual for future use.
The following describes how to proceed with this User's Guide.
How to Use This User's Guide
To aid you in finding information quickly, this User's Guide contains the following information:
Chapter 1 Notes on Using Your Tape Blade
includes information that needs attention to use the CPU blade and Tape Blade. Make sure to read
this chapter before setting up and using the CPU blade and Tape Blade. It also includes requirements
and advisory information for transfer and disposal of the Tape Blade.
Chapter 2 General Description
includes information necessary to use the Tape Blade, such as names and functions of its
components.
Chapter 3 Setting Up Your Tape Blade
tells you how to check MAC address, and procedure to install the Tape Blade in Blade Enclosure.
Chapter 4 Configuring Your Tape Blade
tells you how to configure the SAS controller installed in the Tape Blade.
Chapter 5 Installing the Operating System
describes how to install the device drivers for the Tape Blade.
Chapter 6 Installing and Using Utilities
Refer to the User's Guide of the CPU Blade contained in the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD
Chapter 7 Maintenance
provides you with all the information necessary to maintain successful operation of the Tape Blade.
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
contains helpful information for solving problems that might occur with your system.
Chapter 9 Upgrading Your Tape Blade
provides you with instructions for upgrading your system with optional devices.
Appendix A Specification
provides specifications for your Tape Blade.