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Adapter features
Connectors on the adapter board
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Summary of specifications
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Installation procedure
Preparing the server
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Installing the adapter hardware
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Connecting the adapter to other devices
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Completing the adapter installation procedure
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SAS BIOS configuration utility
SAS BIOS features
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Boot initialization with the BBS
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Starting the SAS BIOS configuration utility
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Configuration utility screens
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Adapter List screen
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Global Properties screen
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Adapter Properties screen
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RAID Properties screens
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SAS Topology screen
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Device Properties screen
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Exit screen
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Performing configuration tasks
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Creating a RAID 0 array
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Creating a RAID 1 array
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Viewing RAID array properties
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Managing an array
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Locating a disk drive
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Selecting a boot disk
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Moving arrays
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Electrostatic discharge
Preventing electrostatic discharge
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Grounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge
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Regulatory compliance notices
European Union regulatory notice
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BSMI notice
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Korean notice
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