QLogic 7104-1M-CABLE User Manual

4–Hardware Installation
Hardware Installation

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Installing the QLogic QHT7140 without an HTX riser card requires a 3U or larger 
chassis. The card slot connectors on the QHT7140 fit into the HTX slot in a 
vertical installation.

To install the QLogic adapter without the HTX riser card: 

1.

The BIOS should already be configured properly by the motherboard 
manufacturer. However, if any additional BIOS configuration is required, it 
usually needs to be done before installing the QLogic adapter. See 

.

2.

Shut down the power supply to the system into which you will install the 
QLogic adapter.

3.

Take precautions to avoid electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to the 
cards by properly grounding yourself or touching the metal chassis to 
discharge static electricity before handling the cards.

4.

If you are installing the QLogic adapter into a covered system, remove the 
cover screws and cover plate to expose the system’s motherboard. For 
specific instructions on how to do this, follow the hardware documentation 
that came with your system. 

5.

Locate the HTX slot on your motherboard (see 

).

6.

Remove the QLogic adapter from the anti-static bag. Hold the card by the 
top horizontal section of the bracket, and the top rear corner of the card. Be 
careful not to touch any of the components on the printed circuit card.

7.

Without fully inserting, gently align and rest the HTX card’s gold fingers on 
top of the motherboard’s HTX slot.