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AMCC 3WARE 9690SA User Manual

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Install the Controller in the Computer

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7

Press down gently on the edge of the 3ware RAID controller
directly above the PCI Express slot until it is fully seated.

Figure 8. Inserting Controller Into PCI Express Slot

8

Check that the 3ware RAID controller’s metal bracket covers
the hole in the case and secure the bracket with the screw that
was used to secure the filler bracket in step 5.

9

When you tighten the screw on the bracket to the enclosure,
make sure the card is not slanted in any direction; otherwise the
card will not work properly.

Do NOT

use a PCI or

PCI-X slot.

Use a PCI

Express slot for

the 3ware

9690SA

controller.

If in doubt about

what slots you

have, check the

documentation

for your

motherboard.