LSI MegaRAID(R) 6 Gb/s SAS RAID Controllers 25083 User Manual

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MegaRAID SAS Hardware Installation
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Note:
Some PCI-E slots support PCI-E graphics cards only; if a 
RAID controller is installed on those PCI-E slots, it will not 
function.
Figure 2.1
Example of the MegaRAID SAS 9260-8i Board 
Installation in a PCI Express Slot
Step 5.
Configure and Install the SAS Devices, SATA II Devices, or 
Both in the Host Computer Case
Refer to the documentation for the devices for any 
preinstallation configuration requirements.
Step 6.
Connect the RAID Controller to the Devices
Use SAS cables to connect SAS devices, SATA II devices, or 
both to the MegaRAID 6Gb/s SAS RAID controller. 
See 
 for SAS 
cable and connector information. See 
 for information about connecting the controller to drives. 
85039-05
Edge of
Motherboard
32-bit slots
(3.3 V)
PCI-e
slot
Bracket Screw
64-bit slots
(3.3 V)
Press here
Press here