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Chapter 1. Installing an

AMCC 3ware 9550SX

RAID Controller

This document describes the physical installation of the AMCC

3ware 9550SX RAID controllers. It contains the following topics:

 “Before You Begin” provides important information about

things you should consider before starting installation, and

tools and equipment you will need.

 “Safety Factors” describes important precautions for your

personal safety and to protect your equipment and data. Be sure

to read this section.

 “Installing a Serial ATA RAID Controller” and “Installing a

9550SX RAID Controller with Multilane

Internal Connectors”

provide step-by-step instructions for

installing a Serial ATA RAID controller.

 “Finishing Up” describes the final steps required when

installing a serial controller.

Before You Begin

Contents of Package

 3ware 9550SX RAID controller

 SATA interface cables, one for each port on the controller

Note: With the exception of the 9550SX-16ML RAID

controller, which ships with a multilane break-out cable (SFF-

8087), multilane controllers (such as the 9550SX-12MI,

9500S-12MI, and 9500S-8MI) do not ship with cables.

Multilane cables are sold separately.

 This document, 3ware 9550SX Serial ATA RAID Controller

Quick Install Guide

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