HP LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-8i User Manual

LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-8i card
installation
Introduction
This document describes how to install the LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-8i 6Gb SAS RAID-on-Chip (ROC)
card in HP Z series Workstations. Procedures are included for connecting SAS hard drives mounted in
hard drive bays and optical drive bays to the Redundant Array of Independent Drives (RAID) controller
card.
Kit contents
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LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-8i controller card
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MiniSAS 4i to 4X SATA internal adapter cable (short)
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4-Port data cable with 90-degree connectors (long)
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4-Port data cable with straight connectors (long)
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CD with software drivers and manufacturer's documentation
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Hard drive activity LED cable
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Installation instructions (this document)
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Warranty information
Before you begin
To view QuickSpecs and determine the compatibility of this product with your HP computer, see
http://www.hp.com/go/productbulletin.
© 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Printed in the U.S.
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Introduction
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HP LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-8i Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-8i
Category	Desktop
Language	English

Summary

Introduction to LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-8i Installation

Kit Contents for Controller Card Installation

Lists items included in the LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-8i controller card package.

Before Beginning Controller Card Installation

Provides instructions to check compatibility and view HP QuickSpecs for the controller card.

Warnings and Cautions for LSI MegaRAID SAS 9260-8i

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Covers hot surfaces, electrical shock, grounding, lifting, and static discharge for safe operation and component handling.

Step 1: Preparing for Component Installation

Download and Install System Updates

Instructions to check for and install system BIOS updates for HP computers.

Accessing Internal Computer Components

Guide to powering down, disconnecting, and opening the computer for access.

Removing Components for Installation

Steps for removing card support and selecting an expansion slot for the controller.

Step 2: Installing the Controller Card

Installing the SAS RAID Controller Card

Procedure for inserting the SAS RAID controller card into the PCIe slot and securing it.

Step 3: Configuring the Cabling

Data Cable Configuration Guide

Details different data cable connections for SAS hard drives based on HP workstation models and drive locations.

RAID Controller Card Features and Connections

Port Connectors on RAID Card

Identifies and describes the connectors (Internal 1, Internal 2, LED) on the SAS RAID controller card.

Blind-mate Data Cable Connections

Explains how to connect SAS drives in internal bays using blind-mate cabling.

Standard Data Cable Connections

Connecting the LED Activity Indicator

Step 4: Reassembling the Computer

Step 5: Loading and Setting Up Driver Software

Step 6: Configuring RAID Devices