Chapter 1. Installing an AMCC 3ware 9550SX RAID Controller
10 3ware 9550SX Serial ATA RAID Controller Quick Install Guide
3 Align the cable connector with the connector on the controller,
matching the slotted key and carefully mate the connectors.
Note: The connectors on the end of the serial
controller and the drive are susceptible to damage
from excessive bending. Be careful not to insert or
remove the SATA cable connector at an angle.
Figure 6. SATA Cables Being Inserted Into Port
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5 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each additional SATA cable. (You will
connect one cable for each hard drive you will attach.)
To install the controller in the computer
1 If the computer is running, shut it down. Turn off power to the
computer and disconnect the power cord from the outlet.
2 Make sure you are properly grounded. (For details about safety
precautions, see
page 4.)
3 Open the computer case according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
4 Find the PCI or PCI-X slot you want to use for the serial 3ware
RAID controller.
For a discussion of which slot to use, see “Selecting the Slot in
Which to Install the Controller” on page 2.
5 Remove the metal filler bracket for the slot.