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Chapter 1. Installing an
AMCC 3ware 9550SX
RAID Controller
This document describes the physical installation of the AMCC
3ware 9550SX RAID controllers. It contains the following topics:
“Before You Begin” provides important information about
things you should consider before starting installation, and
tools and equipment you will need.
“Safety Factors” describes important precautions for your
personal safety and to protect your equipment and data. Be sure
to read this section.
“Installing a Serial ATA RAID Controller” and “Installing a
9550SX RAID Controller with Multilane
Internal Connectors”
provide step-by-step instructions for
installing a Serial ATA RAID controller.
“Finishing Up” describes the final steps required when
installing a serial controller.
Before You Begin
Contents of Package
3ware 9550SX RAID controller
SATA interface cables, one for each port on the controller
Note: With the exception of the 9550SX-16ML RAID
controller, which ships with a multilane break-out cable (SFF-
8087), multilane controllers (such as the 9550SX-12MI,
9500S-12MI, and 9500S-8MI) do not ship with cables.
Multilane cables are sold separately.
This document, 3ware 9550SX Serial ATA RAID Controller
Quick Install Guide