Dell SAS/RAID Controller Installation Guide

About this manual

This document provides safety cautions and step‑by‑step instructions for installing a Dell SAS/RAID controller and its accompanying PCI fan assembly. It emphasizes that any work requiring removal of the system cover must be performed by qualified service technicians and references the Hardware Owner’s Manual for additional details.

The guide also explains the importance of installing the PCI fan assembly together with the controller to ensure proper system cooling, and notes that removal of an existing PCI wall panel may be necessary on some systems. Legal notices and trademark information are included at the end of the document.

What's inside

• Cautions
• Safety Precautions
• Installation Instructions
• PCI Fan Assembly
• System Cooling
• Removal of PCI Wall Panel
• Legal Notices

Frequently asked questions

Can the installation be performed by anyone?

No. Any installation that requires removal of the system cover must be performed solely by trained service technicians.