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Scenario 3 - Dual Virtual I/O Servers sharing a single EXP24S
This scenario assumes a dual Virtual I/O Server with two PCIe SAS adapter #5901 each and
a EXP24S set on mode 2, allowing for up to 12 disks to be attached to the each Virtual I/O
Server. Figure 2-36 shows the connection diagram and components of the solution.
same
port on
the pair
Figure 2-36 Dual Virtual I/O Servers sharing a single EXP24S
For this scenario, the required feature codes are:
One EXP24S drawer #5887 with indicator feature #9366 (mode 2 with quad #5901)
Four PCIe SAS adapter #5901
Two SAS X cables 3 Gbps with proper length.
The ports used on the SAS adapters must be the same for both adapters or the pair. There is
no SSD support on this scenario.
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2 x SAS X Cables
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#5901
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#2
#5901
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GROUP 2
Use
same
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the pair