2.9.3SCSI backplane connections (in PS4 model only)

A SCSI backplane comes pre-installed in the TS300-E3 PS4 model. The SCSI backplane has four 68-pin SCSI connectors to support SCA SCSI hard disks. The backplane design incorporates a hot swap feature to allow easy connection or removal of SCSI hard disks. The LEDs on the backplane connect to the front panel LEDs to indicate HDD access, HDD failure, thermal failure, or fan failure. See section “1.6 LED information.”

Front side

The front side of the SCSI backplane faces the front panel when installed. This side includes four SCSI connectors for the hot swap drive trays.

HDD status LEDs

Disk drive 1

Disk drive 2

HDD activity LEDs

Disk drive 3

Disk drive 4

ASUS TS300-E3/PA4 & PS4

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