Installing the Hardware10 3ware 9000 Series Serial ATA RAID Controller Installation GuideWhat You Need: Tools and EquipmentTools RequiredYou will need the following tools during installation: An ESD grounding strap or mat Standard hand tools to open your system’s case and install the3ware RAID controller into an available PCI expansion slot.Safety FactorsBe sure to follow the guidelines presented on the next few pages toinsure your own safety, and that of your equipment.Personal SafetyWarning! High voltages may be found inside computerequipment.Before installing any of the hardware in this package orremoving the protective covers of any computerequipment, turn off power switches and disconnectpower cords. Do not reconnect the power cords until youhave replaced the covers.Protecting Equipment and DataBacking Up Your DataBack up your data! Creating or deleting disk arraysdestroys existing files on the member drives. If yourdrives contain valuable data, back them up and save thedata elsewhere before attaching the drives to thecontroller.
