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About This Guide
What You Need to Know Before You Begin ................................................... 11
Terminology Used in this Guide......................................................................11
How to Find More Information....................................................................... 11
About Your HostRAID Controller
HostRAID Controller Features ........................................................................ 13
Array Level Features ................................................................................... 13
Upgrading the HostRAID Controller Firmware ............................................. 13
About the Adaptec SAS 58300 Controller ....................................................... 14
About the Adaptec SAS 48300 Controller ....................................................... 15
About the Adaptec SAS 44300 Controller ....................................................... 16
Kit Contents and
System Requirements
Kit Contents ...................................................................................................... 18
System Requirements........................................................................................ 18
Getting Started
Choosing a RAID Level..................................................................................... 20
Selecting Disk Drives ........................................................................................ 20
Disk Drives for Your Controller ................................................................20
Selecting Cables.................................................................................................20
SAS Cables................................................................................................... 20
Installation Options .......................................................................................... 21
Basic Installation Steps ............................................................................... 21
Installing with an Operating System.......................................................... 21
Installing on an Existing Operating System ..............................................22