Intel SASWT4I Hardware User Guide - Page 3

Preface This is the primary reference and user's guide for the Intel® RAID Controller SASWT4I, which can be used to manage SAS and SATA II disk drives. It contains installation instructions and specifications. For details on how to configure the storage adapters, and for an overview of the software drivers, see the Intel® IT/IR RAID Software User's Guide on the Resource CD. Audience This document assumes that you have some familiarity with storage disk controllers, RAID technology, and related support devices. The people who benefit from this book are: • Engineers who are designing an Intel® RAID Controller SASWT4I for a system. • Anyone installing an Intel® RAID Controller SASWT4I in a RAID system. Organization This document includes the following chapters and appendixes: • Chapter 1 provides a general overview of the Intel® RAID Controller SASWT4I. • Chapter 2 describes the procedures for installing the Intel® RAID Controller SASWT4I. • Chapter 3 provides the characteristics and technical specifications for the Intel® RAID Controller. • Appendix A lists and explains the terms and abbreviations used in this manual. Related Publication The Intel® IT/IR RAID Software User's Guide on the Resource CD that is included with the RAID controller. Intel® RAID Controller SASWT4I Hardware User's Guide iii