ContentsAbout This GuideWhat You Need to Know Before You Begin ................................................... 12Terminology Used in this Guide ...................................................................... 12How to Find More Information....................................................................... 12About Your HostRAID ControllerHostRAID Controller Features ........................................................................ 14Array Level Features ................................................................................... 14Upgrading the HostRAID Controller Firmware ............................................. 14About the Adaptec SAS 58300 Controller ....................................................... 15About the Adaptec SAS 48300 Controller ....................................................... 16About the Adaptec SAS 44300 Controller ....................................................... 17Kit Contents andSystem RequirementsKit Contents ...................................................................................................... 19System Requirements........................................................................................ 19Getting StartedChoosing a RAID Level..................................................................................... 21Selecting Disk Drives ........................................................................................ 21Disk Drives for Your Controller ................................................................ 21Selecting Cables ................................................................................................. 21SAS Cables................................................................................................... 21Installation Options .......................................................................................... 22Basic Installation Steps ............................................................................... 22Installing with an Operating System.......................................................... 22Installing on an Existing Operating System .............................................. 23