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A-2 SAS Cables
Some compatible motherboards have varying types of SAS connectors. This section
lists optional compatible cables. Note: For SAS2 or SAS3, see Appendix C.
Alternate SAS Cables
If your motherboard has only one SAS connector that the SAS cables must share,
use one of the following cables. These cables must be purchased separately.
Cable Name: SAS Cable
Part #: CBL-0175L
Alt. Name: "Big Four"
Description: This cable has one SFF-8484 (32-pin) connector on one end and
four SAS connectors (7 pins each) at the other. This cable connects from the host
(motherboard or other controller) to the backplane SAS hard drive port.
Cable Name: SAS Cable
Part #: CBL-0116
Alt. Name: iPass or "Small Four"
Description: This cable has one iPass (SFF-8087/Mini-SAS) connector (36-pin) at
one end and four SAS connectors on the opposite end. This cable connects from
the host (motherboard or other controller) to the backplane SAS hard drive port.
Cascading/JBOD SAS Cables
Use the following cables when setting up a cascading or JBOD system.
Cable Name: SAS Cable
Part #: CBL-0167L
Ports: Single
Description: Internal cable. Connects the backplane to the host bus adapter or
external port. Used in single port environments.
Appendix A: Chassis Cables
Quantity: 1
Placement: Internal cable
Quantity: 1
Placement: Internal cable
Quantity: varies by setup
Placement: Internal cable
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