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- Page 1 ® Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X User Manual January 2005 Order Number: C89415-002...
- Page 2 Except as permitted by such license, no part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means without the express written consent of Intel Corporation.
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Page 3: Electromagnetic Compatibility Notices
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Intel is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by Intel. The correction of interferences caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution, or attachment will be the responsibility of the user. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Preface ......................... 7 Organization ..........................7 Related Publications ........................7 1.2.1 Intel RAID Software User’s Guide .................. 7 Safety Instructions ........................7 1.3.1 When Using Your Computer System................8 1.3.2 When Working Inside Your Computer ................8 1.3.3 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge.............. -
Page 5: Revision History
Contents ® Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X Connector Information ............22 Maximum Power Requirements....................23 Glossary of Terms ........................25 Revision History Date Revision Description October 2004 Initial release ® Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X User Manual... - Page 6 Contents ® Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X User Manual...
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Page 7: Preface
® • Appendix B provides forms to send or fax to Intel if you encounter difficulty with your Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X. Related Publications 1.2.1 Intel RAID Software User’s Guide This document is on the resource CD included with the RAID Controller. -
Page 8: When Using Your Computer System
When Working Inside Your Computer Note: Do not attempt to service the computer system yourself, except as explained in this guide and elsewhere in Intel documentation. Always follow installation and service instructions closely. 1. Turn off your computer and any peripherals. -
Page 9: Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge
• When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic container or packaging. Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use antistatic floor pads and workbench pads. ® Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X User Manual... - Page 10 Preface ® Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X User Manual...
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Page 11: Introduction
• Section 2.1, “Overview” on page 11 • Section 2.2, “Features” on page 13 • Section 2.3, “Intel® Raid Controller SRCS28X Specifications” on page 14 Overview ® The Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X provides a high-performance intelligent PCI-X to Serial ATA (Peripheral Component Interconnect-X to High Speed Serialized AT Attachment) interface with RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) control capabilities. -
Page 12: Adapter Description
® accompanies the Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X. In addition, you can download the latest drivers and software on the Intel support web site: http:// www.support.intel.com. Refer to the Software User’s Guide on the Resource CD for instructions for installing the device drivers. -
Page 13: Raid Configuration Utilities
• Support the PCI-X Specification, Version 1.0a: ® — Provide up to 64-bit, 133 MHz data transfers from the host system to the Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X — Are backward compatible with previous implementations of the PCI specification —... -
Page 14: Intel ® Raid Controller Srcs28X Specifications
Introduction ® Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X Specifications ® Table 1 summarizes the specifications of the Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X. ® Table 1. Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X Characteristics ® Feature Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X Number of Ports Serial ATA Bus Speed 1.5 Gbps and 3.0 Gbps... -
Page 15: Hardware Installation
2. Configure the system BIOS. Refer to the system documentation for more information. 3. Run the setup utility to configure the Serial ATA drives into a RAID array. Refer to the Intel Software Guide for RAID Products for more information. -
Page 16: Detailed Installation Instructions
Raid Controller SRCS28X from the anti-static bag and inspect it for damage. Contact Intel or your Intel support representative if the storage adapter appears damaged. 2. (Optional, required to enable Write Back Cache) Attach the Battery Backup Unit (BBU) to the adapter. -
Page 17: Battery Backup Unit (Bbu) Installation
Turn off the computer and physically remove the power cord from the back of the power supply. Remove the cover from the computer chassis. Disconnect the system from any networks. ® 4. Configure the jumpers on the Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X. ® Configure the jumper settings on the Intel... -
Page 18: Inserting The Intel ® Raid Controller Srcs28X In A Pci-X Slot
7. Configure the Serial ATA devices and install them in the host system computer case. See the documentation for the Serial ATA device for any pre-installation configuration requirements. ® 8. Connect the Serial ATA cables between the Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X and the Serial ATA devices. Chapter 4, “Intel® Raid Controller SRCS28X Characteristics,”... -
Page 19: After Installing The Intel ® Raid Controller Srcs28X
After Installing the Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X ® After you install the Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X, you must install the device driver and define the logical drives and physical disk arrays. Refer to the Software User’s Guide for detailed device driver installation steps. - Page 20 Hardware Installation ® Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X User Manual...
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Page 21: Intel ® Raid Controller Srcs28X Characteristics
® The Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X is an intelligent RAID controller that provides eight Serial ® ATA ports and support RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and RAID 50. The Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X does the following: •... - Page 22 Intel® Raid Controller SRCS28X Characteristics — Are backward compatible with previous versions of the PCI specification ® Table 3 defines the connectors on the Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X. ® Table 3. Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X Connector Information Jumper Type Description 2-pin connector.
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Page 23: Physical And Environmental Specifications
Compliance Statement, Korean MIC, Taiwan BSMI, Japan VCCI, and meets the requirements of CISPR Class B. 4.2.1 Electrical Characteristics ® Table 4 lists the maximum power requirements for the Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X under normal operation. Table 4. Maximum Power Requirements Host 5.0 V 3.3 V... -
Page 24: Safety Characteristics
• Airflow must be at least 300 linear feet per minute (LFPM) to keep the heatsink temperature below 80 °C ® The following parameters define the storage and transit environment for the Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X: • Temperature range: 40 °C to 105 °C (dry bulb) •... -
Page 25: A Glossary Of Terms
A piece of hardware (such as a video monitor, disk drive, printer, orCD-ROM) Peripheral Devices used with a computer and under the computer’s control. SCSI peripherals are controlled through a SCSI SRCU42X controller (host adapter). ® Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X User Manual... - Page 26 Glossary of Terms ® Intel Raid Controller SRCS28X User Manual...