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5 ATTO Technology Inc. ATTO ExpressSAS Host Adapter Installation and Operation Manual
3 Install hardware
After installing drivers, install the ATTO ExpressSAS adapter into a PCI Express expansion slot on your
computer.
CAUTIONCAUTION
Back up your system data before
changing or installing any hardware.
System requirements
The ATTO ExpressSAS host adapter package contains
the host adapter, the ATTO Utilities CD and a
warranty and registration card. If any of these items
are missing, contact your ATTO authorized sales
representative.
To install and use the ATTO ExpressSAS host adapter
you need
• A computer with an available PCI Express
expansion slot.
• The complete ATTO ExpressSAS host adapter
package.
SAS address
Each ATTO ExpressSAS adapter has a unique SAS
address designated by the Institute of Electrical and
Electronic Engineers which allows the system to
recognize the ATTO ExpressSAS host adapter as a
unique part of your configuration.
The address is clearly marked on the back of the board
for easy identification. Please keep a reference copy of
the number in a safe place.
Installation
WARNING
ATTO ExpressSAS host adapters contain
components that are sensitive to
electrostatic discharge (ESD). ESD can
cause damage to the ATTO ExpressSAS
host adapter. Please follow standard
methods to avoid ESD.
1 Install system drivers before you begin
hardware installation. Refer to Install drivers
on
page 3.
2 Power down the computer and unplug the
computer from all power sources.
3 Open the case.
4
Insert the ATTO ExpressSAS host adapter into
any open PCI Express expansion slot. If you
have questions about how to install an
expansion card in your system, consult your
computer’s documentation.
5 Close the case on the computer and power it
up.
6 Installed drivers are loaded.
For Windows XP and Server 2003
• Windows detects your ExpressSAS Adapter
and the Found New Hardware wizard
appears. Proceed through the wizard with
the default settings for each adapter
channel. Insert the ExpressSAS installation
disk when prompted.
• Windows XP only: After adapter installation
is complete, the Found New Hardware
wizard shows an ATTO Phantom Device
for each channel. Proceed through the
wizard with default settings to complete the
installation.
For Windows Vista
• Windows Vista detects your adapter and
automatically installs the required drivers.
If drivers do not load, refer to Install drivers
on
page 3 and Troubleshooting
on page 11.
7 Connect SAS devices: insert SAS cable from
each device to a connector on the ATTO
ExpressSAS host adapter until you hear a click.
Use the ATTO Configuration Tool to configure RAID
groups. Refer to the ATTO Utilities Installation and
Operation Manual for complete information.