Users Guide

5 Remove the screws on the bracket, if any, or use the system’s retention clips to remove the controller on the system.
6 Remove the connector that attaches the 12 Gbps SAS HBA controller to the system board.
7 If applicable, replace the storage controller card and connect the cable. For more information on installing the card, see Installing the 12
Gbps SAS HBA controller.
8 Install the system cover.
9 Reconnect the power cable(s) and network cables.
Figure 7. Removing the 12 Gbps SAS HBA controller
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SAS cables (2) 2 SAS cable connectors (2)
3 12 Gbps SAS HBA PCIe connector 4 PCIe connector on the system board
5 12 Gbps SAS HBA controller
Installing a 12 Gbps SAS HBA controller
CAUTION
: Many repairs may only be done by a certied 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
that are shipped with your product.
CAUTION: To ensure protection for the electronic components inside, follow the ElectroStatic Discharge (ESD) guidelines.
1 Unpack your 12 Gbps SAS HBA controller.
2 Turn o the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
NOTE
: For more information about Power Supply Units (PSUs), see your system’s Hardware Owner’s Manual at Dell.com/
poweredgemanuals.
3 Disconnect the system from the network.
4 Remove the cover of the system.
5 Select an appropriate PCIe slot.
Deploying Dell HBA cards
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