2.2. HyperWire Interface
The HyperWire bus is the high-speed communications connection from the controller. It operates at 2
gigabits per second. The controller sends all command and configuration information through the
HyperWire bus.
HyperWire cables can be safely connected to or disconnected from a HyperWire port while the PC and/or
drive is powered on. However, any changes to the HyperWire network topology will disrupt
communication and you must reset the controller to re-establish communication.
WARNING
: Do not connect or disconnect HyperWire cables while you are loading
firmware or damage to the drives may occur.
Table 2-5:
HyperWire Card Part Number
Part Number
Description
HYPERWIRE-PCIE
HyperWire adapter, PCIe x4 interface
Table 2-6:
HyperWire Cable Part Numbers
Part Number
Description
HYPERWIRE-AO10-5
HyperWire cable, active optical, 0.5 m
HYPERWIRE-AO10-10
HyperWire cable, active optical, 1.0 m
HYPERWIRE-AO10-30
HyperWire cable, active optical, 3.0 m
HYPERWIRE-AO10-50
HyperWire cable, active optical, 5.0 m
HYPERWIRE-AO10-200
HyperWire cable, active optical, 20.0 m
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