User Manual

Hardware Installation 13
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Hardware Installation
This chapter describes how to install the Dell PowerEdge 6 Gbps SAS HBA
and Internal Tape Adapter cards.
The Dell PowerEdge 6 Gbps SAS HBA and Internal Tape Adapter cards are
either available with the system or as a kit.
When the Dell PowerEdge 6 Gbps SAS HBA and Internal Tape Adapter cards
are available:
• With the system, the drivers will be installed and ready to use.
• As a kit, you need to install the drivers. For more information see "Driver
Installation" on page 17.
Installing the 6 Gbps SAS HBA and Internal Tape
Adapter
Cards
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in
your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not
covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions provided
with the product.
1 Unpack the 6 Gbps SAS HBA or Internal Tape Adapter and check for
damage.
NOTE: Contact Dell if the controller is damaged.
2 Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system
from the electrical outlet.
For more information on power supplies, see your system’s
Hardware
Owner’s Manual
or the User’s Guide .
3 Disconnect the system from the network and remove the cover of the
system.
For more information on opening the system, see your system’s
Hardware
Owner’s Manual
or the User’s Guide.
4 Select an appropriate PCI-e slot.