Avago Technologies MegaRAID SAS 9361-4i - Manual (Page 4)

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MegaRAID SAS 9361-4i and SAS 9361-8i RAID Controllers Quick Installation Guide
August 2013 CacheVault Flash Module and CacheVault Power Module
For more information, including the technical specifications for your RAID controller, refer to the 12Gb/s MegaRAID SAS
RAID Controllers User Guide on the MegaRAID Universal Software Suite CD.
NOTE Record your RAID controller serial number in a safe location in case you
need to contact LSI.
CacheVault Flash Module and CacheVault Power Module
The MegaRAID SAS 9361 RAID controllers support the CacheVault Module Kit LSICVM02, which includes a CVFM04
module, a CVPM02 module, a clip, and a cable. The CVFM04 module is an Open NAND Flash Interface (ONFI) flash
module that provides cache offload capability to protect cached data in case of host power loss or server failure. The
CVPM02 module is a super-capacitor pack that provides power for the backup of your data in case of host power loss
or server failure.
You can install the CVFM04 module directly on the RAID connector, and then connect the CVFM04 module by cable to
a remote CVPM02 module that is attached to a remote mount board.
For more information about the CVFM04 module and the CVPM02 module, refer to the LSICVM02 Kit Quick Installation
Guide or the Cache Backup Products for MegaRAID SAS+SATA RAID Controllers User Guide on the MegaRAID Universal
Software Suite CD.
Installing the MegaRAID SAS 9361 RAID Controller
CAUTION It is good practice to back up your data before adding hardware, such
as a RAID controller, to your system.
NOTE This section shows the installation of the MegaRAID SAS 9361-8i RAID
controller as an example. You can install the MegaRAID SAS 9361-4i
RAID controller in the same way.
1. Unpack the RAID controller.
Unpack the RAID controller in a static-free environment. Remove it from the antistatic bag, and inspect it for
damage. A low-profile bracket is included with the RAID controller. If the RAID controller appears to be damaged,
or if the MegaRAID Universal Software Suite CD or the low-profile bracket is missing, contact LSI or your MegaRAID
OEM support representative.
The latest versions of the documentation, drivers, and firmware are available on the LSI website at
http://www.lsi.com/support/Pages/download-search.aspx . See Technical Support for more information.
The CD contains utility programs, device drivers for various operating systems, and related documentation.
2. Prepare the host computer.
Turn off the host computer, and unplug the power cords from the rear of the power supply. Remove the cover
from the host computer.
CAUTION Before you install the RAID controller, make sure that the host
computer is disconnected from the power and from any networks.