Internal Connectors - MSI MS7797 Getting Started

Internal Connectors

SATA1~4: SATA Connector
This connector is a high-speed SATA interface port. Each connector can connect to one
SATA device. SATA devices include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD), and
optical drives (CD/ DVD/ Blu-Ray).
SATA1
Important
• Many SATA devices also need a power cable from the power supply. Such devices
include disk drives (HDD), solid state drives (SSD), and optical drives (CD / DVD /
Blu-Ray). Please refer to the device's manual for further information.
Many computer cases also require that large SATA devices, such as HDDs, SSDs,
•
and optical drives, be screwed down into the case. Refer to the manual that came
with your computer case or your SATA device for further installation instructions.
• Please do not fold the SATA cable at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may result during
transmission otherwise.
• SATA cables have identical plugs on either sides of the cable. However, it is rec-
ommended that the flat connector be connected to the mainboard for space saving
purposes.
* The MB layout in this figure is for reference only.
SATA2
SATA3
SATA4
SATA1 (6Gb/s)
SATA2~4 (3Gb/s)
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