Areca ARC-1231ML/1261ML/1280ML User Manual

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High voltages may be found inside computer equipment. Be-

fore installing any of the hardware in this package or remov-

ing the protective covers of any computer equipment, turn 

off power switches and disconnect power cords. Do not re-

connect the power cords until you have replaced the covers.

electricity.

Follow the instructions below to install a SATA RAID controller into 

your PC / Server.

Unpack and remove the SATA RAID controller from the package. 

Inspect it carefully, if anything is missing or damaged, contact your 

local dealer. 

Turn off computer and remove the AC power cord. Remove the 

system’s cover. See the computer system documentation for in-

struction.

Static electricity can cause serious damage to the electronic com-

ponents on this SATA RAID controller. To avoid damage caused by 

electrostatic discharge, observe the following precautions:

• Don’t remove the SATA RAID controller from its anti-static pack-

aging until you are ready to install it into a computer case.

• Handle the SATA RAID Controller by its edges or by the metal 

mounting brackets at its each end.

• Before you handle the SATA RAID controller in any way, touch a 

grounded, anti-static surface, such as an unpainted portion of the 

system chassis, for a few seconds to discharge any built-up static