Intel AXXROMBSASMR Hardware User Guide - Page 3

Preface This is the primary hardware guide for the Intel® Integrated RAID Module SROMBSASMR (also known as Intel® Integrated RAID Controller SROMBSASMR), which can be used to manage SAS and SATA disk drives. It contains installation instructions and specifications. For details on configuring the storage adapters, and for an overview of the software drivers, see the Intel® RAID Software User's Guide on the Resource CD. Audience This document assumes that you have some familiarity with RAID controllers/modules and related support devices. The people who benefit from this book are: • Engineers who are designing an Intel® Integrated RAID Module SROMBSASMR for their RAID system. • Anyone installing an Intel® Integrated RAID Module SROMBSASMR in their RAID system. Organization This document includes the following chapters and appendices: • Chapter 1 provides a general overview of the Intel® Integrated RAID Module SROMBSASMR. • Chapter 2 describes the procedures for installing and configuring the RAID module. • Chapter 3 provides the characteristics and technical specifications for the Intel® Integrated RAID Module SROMBSASMR. • Appendix A explains drive roaming and drive migration. • Appendix B provides safety instructions to be observed during installation and assembly. • Appendix C provides regulatory and certification information. Related Publication The Intel® RAID Software User's Guide is included on the Resource CD that shipped with the RAID module. Intel® Integrated RAID Module SROMBSASMR Hardware User's Guide iii