Contents
1
About This Guide
What You Need to Know Before You Begin
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Terminology Used in this Guide
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Conventions Used in This Guide
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How to Find More Information
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2
About Your HostRAID Controller
HostRAID Controller Features
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Array Level Features
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About the Adaptec 58300 Controller
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About the Adaptec 48300 Controller
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About the Adaptec 44300 Controller
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About the Adaptec 1430SA Controller
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About the Adaptec 1420SA Controller
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About the Adaptec 1220SA Controller
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About the Adaptec 1225SA Controller
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3
Kit Contents and System Requirements
Kit Contents
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System Requirements
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4
Installing the HostRAID Controller and Disk Drives
Before You Begin
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Installing the HostRAID Controller
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Selecting Disk Drives
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Selecting SAS Cables
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