Installation Instructions; Step 1. Verify The Package Contents; Step 2. Install The Adapter Hardware - Qlogic 2300 Series Quick Start Manual

Installation Instructions

This Quick Start Guide describes how to install and configure your new QLogic host bus adapter in four simple steps:
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Step 1. Verify the Package
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Step 2. Install the Adapter
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Step 3. Install the Adapter Driver
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Step 4. Install QConvergeConsole™.
Keep the adapter in the antistatic bag until installation. The host bus adapter contains parts that can be damaged
by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Before handling the host bus adapter, use standard methods to discharge static
electricity. Place the host bus adapter on the bag when examining it. Retain the bag for future use.
CAUTION!

Step 1. Verify the Package Contents

The QLogic host bus adapter is shipped with the following items:
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QLogic adapter
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Low-profile bracket (not available in all models)
For QLE25xx adapter low-profile bracket installation
instructions, go to
the plus sign (+) next to QLogic Products. In the table that
appears, select Fibre Channel Adapters. In the second
column, select the appropriate adapter. In the third column,
select your operating system. Click the Go button.
Installation instructions are in the Documentation section.

Step 2. Install the Adapter Hardware

To install the adapter hardware, you need to open the computer and locate the appropriate bus slot. If necessary, consult
your computer system manual for instructions to remove the computer cover.
Follow these steps to install the adapter hardware:
1. Power off the computer and all attached devices such as monitors, printers, and external components.
2. Disconnect the power cable.
3. Remove the computer cover and find an appropriate empty bus slot.
4. Pull out the slot cover (if any) by removing the screw or releasing the lever.
5. Install the low-profile bracket (if required).
6. Grasp the adapter by the top edge and seat it firmly into the appropriate slot (see
7. Refasten the adapter's retaining bracket using the existing screw or lever.
8. Close the computer cover.
Quick Start Guide
Contents.
Hardware.
http://driverdownloads.qlogic.com. Click
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