Connecting External Storage; Scsi Cable Part Numbers - HP 273914-B21 - Smart Array 6404/256 RAID Controller User Manual

For each SCSI bus, manually set the SCSI ID on each drive to a unique value in the range of 0 to
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15, except 7 (which is reserved for controller use). For detailed instructions, consult the
documentation that is provided with the drive.
Attach a multi-device SCSI cable from the internal connector of the controller to the non-hot-
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pluggable hard drives. (The cable might have been provided with the server.)
Replace the access panel, and secure it with the thumbscrews if any are present.
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CAUTION: Do not operate the server for long periods with the access panel open or removed. Operating
the server in this manner results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to thermal damage.

Connecting external storage

On the rear of the server, connect the external cable to the VHDCI connector on the controller, and
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tighten the lock screws on the cable connector.
Attach the other end of the cable to the storage enclosure, and tighten the lock screws on the cable
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connector.

SCSI cable part numbers

NOTE: If you require additional cables, order them by the option kit number.
SCSI cable type
External VHDCI cable
Internal multi-device cable
Cable length Option kit number
1.8 m (6 ft) 341174-B21
3.7 m (12 ft) 341175-B21
7.3 m (24 ft) 164604-B21
11.9 m (39 ft) 150214-B21
varies 166389-B21
Cable assembly number
313374-001
313374-002
313374-004
313374-005
148785-001
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