Adaptec 1420SA Quick Installation Manual

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6Adaptec Serial ATA II RAID 1420SA Quick Installation GuideInstalling the Controller and DrivesCaution: Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage yourcontroller. Handle the controller carefully so that you do notexpose it to static charge.Notes:■ You need at least 2 drives for a RAID 0 or 1.■ All connectors are keyed so that you can insert the cablesin only one direction.■ Do not try to force a cable on to the controller or a drive. Ifthe connector does not slide on easily, try reversing it.To install the controller in the system cabinet:1 If you have a low-profile computer cabinet, replace the originalfull-height bracket with the low-profile bracket supplied in thecontroller kit.2 Turn off your computer, unplug the power cord, and open thesystem cabinet.3 Remove the cover from an available PCI or PCI-X slot that is 2.2or higher compliant.Note: You’ll get better performance if you use a 64-bit slot.!