Installing A7173A Adapter Hardware; Offline Installation - HP A7173A Installation Manual

Installing A7173A Adapter Hardware

Before installation, and without removing the adapter from its antistatic bag, inspect the adapter for any
signs of obvious damage, such as chipped or loose components. Contact HP if the adapter is damaged.
WARNING The installation procedures in this section require opening the computer cabinet,
which might expose you to high-energy (high-amperage) circuits and sharp edges on
the equipment chassis. Be sure to remove all rings, watches, and other jewelry
before opening the cabinet.
CAUTION The A7173A adapter contains electronic components that can easily be damaged by small
amounts of static electricity. To avoid damage, follow these guidelines:
• Store the adapter in its antistatic plastic bag until you are ready to install it.
• Work in a static-free area, if possible.
• Handle the adapter by the edges only. Do not touch electronic components or electrical
traces.
• If you must lay the adapter down, place it on a non-conductive mat or surface.
• Use the Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) kit that is provided with the adapter. Follow the
instructions included with the kit.
• Use a suitable ground.....exposed metal surface on the system chassis can serve as a
ground.
Offline Installation
Install the A7173A adapter in any supported HP-UX system according to the offline host bus adapter
installation procedure for that system. HP system documentation can be accessed at: http://www.docs.hp.com
NOTE HP recommends installing the A7173A adapter in a PCI-X, 133 MHz, 64 bit, 4x ("Twin Turbo"
or "Dual Rope") slot. The A7173A adapter can be installed in any PCI or PCI-X slot, but
performance will be maximized when it is installed in a 133 MHz, 64 bit, 4x ("Twin Turbo" or
"Dual Rope") PCI-X slot.
Chapter 2
HP-UX Installation: HP A7173A PCI-X Dual Channel Ultra320 SCSI Host Bus Adapter
Installing A7173A Adapter Hardware
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