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Step 4 install cache memory, Important – LSI MegaRAID Express 500 User Manual

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Step 4 Install Cache Memory

Use 72-bit 3.3V unbuffered SDRAM only. The maximum memory bandwidth is 528
MB/s with an SDRAM DIMM.

Important

A minimum of 16 MB of cache memory is required. The cache memory

must be installed before MegaRAID Express 500 is operational.

SDRAM

SDRAM specifications are specified below.

Memory

Type

Volt

Speed

Parity

Type

BBU

Support

Bank I

Total Memory

SDRAM

3.3 V PC-100

Yes

Single-sided

Yes

2M x 72

16 MB

SDRAM

3.3 V PC-100

Yes

Single-sided

Yes

4M x 72

32 MB

SDRAM

3.3 V PC-100

Yes

Double-sided

Yes

4M x 72

32 MB

SDRAM

3.3 V PC-100

Yes

Single-sided

Yes

8M x 72

64 MB

SDRAM

3.3 V PC-100

Yes

Double-sided

Yes

8M x 72

64 MB

SDRAM

3.3 V PC-100

Yes

Double-sided

Yes

16M x 72

128 MB

Important

If the DIMM SDRAM is not installed when you receive your MegaRAID Express

500 RAID controller, you must call the manufacturer for a list of approved DIMM

vendors. You must use an approved DIMM only. Call LSI Logic Technical Support

at 678-728-1250 for the latest list of approved memory vendors.

Install cache memory on the MegaRAID Express 500 card in the DIMM socket. This
socket accepts a 168-pin DIMM.

Lay the controller card component-side up on a clean static-free surface to install the
DIMM. The memory socket is a right-angle connector and is mounted flush with the
MegaRAID card. The DIMM card, when properly installed, will be parallel to the
MegaRAID card.

The DIMM clicks into place, indicating proper seating in the socket, as shown below. The
MegaRAID card is shown laying on a flat surface in the illustration below.