Installing the optional ServeRAID M5110 SAS/SATA ControllerJ5B1RAID cachecard connectorReleasetabCachecard bracketServeRAIDM5110 adapterPort 1 Port 0You can purchase an optional ServeRAID M5110 SAS/SATA Controller for Systemx. This adapter can be installed only in the PCIe slots listed in “Supportedadapters” on page 68. For configuration information, see the ServeRAIDdocumentation at http://www.ibm.com/supportportal/.Attention: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated codeupdates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level ofcode is supported for the cluster solution before you update the code.Note:v For additional information and notes about installing adapters see “Installing anadapter” on page 66.v Follow the general rule for connecting the SAS signal cables to the adapter anddrive backplane: port 0 on the adapter to port 0 on the drive backplane and port1 on the adapter to port 1 on the drive backplane (depending on the type ofdrive backplane you install in the server).To install the ServeRAID M5110 SAS/SATA adapter, complete the following steps:1. Read the safety information that begins on page “Safety” on page vii and“Installation guidelines” on page 33.2. Turn off the server (see “Turning off the server” on page 21) and all attachedperipheral devices. Disconnect all power cords; then, disconnect all externalcables from the server.3. Remove the top cover (see “Removing the server top cover” on page 36).4. Remove the fan cage assembly (see “Removing the fan cage assembly” onpage 40).5. Remove the microprocessor and memory expansion tray (see “Removing themicroprocessor and memory expansion tray assembly” on page 278) or DIMMair baffle (see “Removing the DIMM air baffle” on page 210), whichever one isinstalled.6. Carefully grasp the riser-card assembly by the blue touch points and pull ituntil the riser-card assembly disengages from the connector on the systemboard; then, set it aside.7. Touch the static-protective package that contains the adapter to any unpaintedsurface on the outside of the server; then, grasp the adapter by the top edgeor upper corners of the adapter and remove it from the package.76 System x3750 M4 Types 8722 and 8733: Installation and Service Guide
