Dell PowerEdge 2550 Activating the Dell PERC 3/Di - Page 3

Activating the Integrated RAID Controller This document explains how to activate your Dell™ system's PowerEdge™ expandable RAID controller 3/Di (PERC 3/Di). Your upgrade kit includes a RAID controller memory module, RAID hardware key, RAID battery, and RAID software. WARNING: Before you perform this procedure, you must turn off the system and disconnect it from its electrical outlet. For more information, see "Safety First-For You and Your Computer" in your system's Installation and Troubleshooting Guide. NOTICE: To avoid possible data loss, back up all data on the hard-disk drives before changing the mode of operation of the integrated SCSI controller from SCSI to RAID. CAUTION: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information document. 1 Open the system doors. See "Opening the System Doors" in your system Installation and Troubleshooting Guide. 2 Open the ejectors on the RAID controller memory module socket by pressing down and outward, which allows you to insert the memory module into the socket. See Figure 1-1 for the location of the socket on the system board. Activating the Dell PERC 3/Di 1-1