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In a direct-attach connection, you connect SSDs directly to the controller with SAS cables
(mini-SAS to SATA). In a backplane connection, use the appropriate cable for your backplane
type (see page 47 for more about backplane connections). You can connect a maximum of
eight MaxIQ-compatible SSDs to a controller. For RAID arrays, Adaptec RAID controllers
support a maximum of 256 drives, including SSDs (for details, see
Note:
The following steps use an Adaptec MaxIQ SSD as an example but the procedure is
suitable for any compatible SSD.
Install your Adaptec MaxIQ SSDs in your server. For servers with a standard 2.5-inch drive
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tray, install the SSD directly into the tray. If your server does not have a standard 2.5-inch
drive tray, use a bracket or adapter which enables it to fit properly.
Typical MaxIQ SSD installation.
Chapter 5: Installing the Controller and Disk Drives
page 17).
Use a 2.5" to 3.5" adapter to
install MaxIQ SSD if server does
not have 2.5" tray.
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