Chapter 2. Installing the Battery Backup Unit
24 3ware 9550SX Serial ATA RAID Controller Quick Install Guide
Tools and equipment required
Slot-head screwdriver
Grounding strap
Battery Backup Unit (BBU) and battery
3ware 9550SX series controller
Installation Overview
The Battery Backup Unit (BBU) is comprised of two pieces: the
battery module and the BBU control module.
These pieces attach to the controller at the points illustrated in
Figures 12 through 13:
a Clips on the battery module match to slots on the half-height
controllers (4-port and 8-port) and holes on the full-height
controllers (12-port and 16-port).
b Connector on the BBU mates to receptacle on the controller.
c Post on the BBU mates to post hole on the controller.
Figure 19. Points of connection on the BBU
a) Clips
b) BBU connector
c) Post