7. Touch the static-protective package that contains the host port adapter to any
unpainted metal surface on the storage subsystem; then, remove the adapter
from the package.
8. Align the host port adapter as shown in the following illustration.
9. Press the card in the connector and tighten the four captive fasteners.
10. Use the alignment tab to align the cover plate that comes with the optional
host port adapter.
11. Secure the cover plate with two screws.
12. Install the cover (see “Removing and installing a cover” on page 94).
13. Insert the controller into the chassis.
a. Make sure that the release levers on the controller are in the open position.
b. Slide the controller into the bay until it stops.
c. Push the release levers to the closed position.
Host port adapter
filler panel
Screws
Alignment tab
Figure 82. Removing the host port adapter filler panel
Host port
adapter
Captive
fasteners
Cover
plate
Connector
Figure 83. Installing a host port adapter
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