HP Workstations - eSATA PCI cable kit installation

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HP eSATA PCI cable kit installation

Introduction

This kit provides components and installation instructions for adding an external SATA (eSATA) adapter

to the HP

Workstation series and HP xw6600 and HP xw8600 Workstations. The eSATA adapter

supports up to two point-to-point eSATA connections, but does not support eSATA multipliers.

Kit contents

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eSATA adapter

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Warranty

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Installation instructions

Before you begin

To view QuickSpecs and determine the compatibility of this product with your HP workstation, see

http://www.hp.com/go/productbulletin.

ENWW Introduction 1

Summary of content (6 pages)

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HP eSATA PCI cable kit installation Introduction This kit provides components and installation instructions for adding an external SATA (eSATA) adapter Workstation series and HP xw6600 and HP xw8600 Workstations. The eSATA adapter to the HP supports up to two point-to-point eSATA connections, but does not support eSATA multipliers.
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Warnings and cautions WARNING! Any surface or area of the equipment marked with this symbol indicates the presence of an electrical shock hazard. To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock, do not open any enclosed area marked with this symbol. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment: — Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.
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Step 1—Preparing for component installation NOTE: Workstation models vary. All illustrations are examples only. Accessing the internal components of the workstation 1. If you need help preparing the workstation for this installation, consult the removal and replacement procedures in the service guide for your workstation at http://www.hp.com/support/ workstation_manuals.
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Step 2—Installing and connecting the eSATA adapter NOTE: To locate the appropriate connectors on the system board, see the service label on the workstation access panel. 1. Insert the eSATA adapter into the selected slot with the two SATA connector cables protruding inside the workstation chassis . 2. Close the expansion slot retention clamp 2. Figure 2 Installing the eSATA adapter (HP xw8600 Workstation) 3.
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Step 5—Setting the system BIOS for eSATA operation HP Workstations To access the Computer Setup (F10) Utility menu: 1. Power on or restart the workstation. 2. As soon as your display is active and F10=Setup appears in the lower right corner of the screen, press F10. NOTE: If you do not press F10 at the appropriate time, turn the workstation off, turn it on, and then press F10 again to access the utility.
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HP xw Workstations To access the Computer Setup (F10) Utility menu: 1. Power up the workstation. 2. Press F10 as soon as your display is active and you see F10=Setup appear in the lower-right corner of the screen. NOTE: If you do not press F10 at the appropriate time, turn the workstation off, turn it on, and then press F10 again to access the utility. You can also press the Ctrl + Alt + Delete keys before boot if you miss the opportunity to press F10. 3.