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Part 2: System Requirements & Installation
Mac® OS X®:
Mac Hardware:
Windows:
PC Hardware:
Hardware Installation
Before Installing the MAXPower RAID eSATA 6G-4e card:
• Make sure computer is turned off and unplugged from its power source
• Take appropriate electrostatic discharge precautions:
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NewerTech MAXPower RAID eSATA 6G-4e
10.6.8 and later
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Intel® Mac with an available PCIe 2.0 or 1.0 slot
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Macs with a Thunderbolt port and a PCIe expansion chassis may also be compatible with
this card when running 10.6.8 or later (10.9 or later for Thunderbolt 2 devices). Check with
your device manufacturer to verify compatibility.
Windows® Vista® and later
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Any PC with an available PCIe 2.0 or 1.0 slot (PCIe x8 or x16 slot required)
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PCs with a Thunderbolt port and a PCIe expansion chassis may also be compatible with
this card when running Windows 7 SP1 or later. Check with your device manufacturer to
verify compatibility.
Your computer is a static-sensitive device. It is susceptible to invisible damage if
not protected during installation. We recommend proper grounding by using
a grounding strap. Make sure to work in a clean and static-free area, and avoid
wearing clothing that retains static charges.
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Open the computer and locate an unused PCIe 2.0 or 1.0 slot.
Remove the PCI slot cover.
Gently insert the MAXPower card into the PCIe slot and secure the bracket to the
computer chassis.
After installing the MAXPower card attach any eSATA storage devices to the card and
start your computer.
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