c. Release the tab.
3.Connect the other end of the cable to the SAS input connector of the external storage enclosure.
• If the enclosure uses a standard SAS 4x connector, insert the cable connector into the enclosure connector, and then tighten the lock screws on the cable connector.
• If the enclosure uses a mini SAS 4x connector, pull back the tab on the cable connector, insert the cable connector into the enclosure connector, and then release the tab.
4.Power up the enclosure.
5.Power up the server.
SAS cable part numbers
To order additional cables, use the option kit part number.
Approximate cable | Type of cable | Option kit part | Cable assembly |
length |
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1 m (3 ft) | Mini SAS 4x to standard SAS 4x | ||
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2 m (6 ft) | Mini SAS 4x to mini SAS 4x | ||
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| Mini SAS 4x to standard SAS 4x | ||
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4 m (13 ft) | Mini SAS 4x to mini SAS 4x | ||
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| Mini SAS 4x to standard SAS 4x | ||
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6 m (20 ft) | Mini SAS 4x to mini SAS 4x | ||
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| Mini SAS 4x to standard SAS 4x | ||
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Installing the controller hardware 11