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Recommended Drive Cable Connections
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Connect serial ATA hard drives to connectors labeled "SATA0" or
"SATA1" on the system board.
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Connect serial ATA CD or DVD drives to connectors labeled "SATA2" or
"SATA3" on the system board.
Connecting Drive Cables
When you install a drive, you connect two cables—a DC power cable and a
data cable—to the back of the drive.
Drive Interface Connectors
The drive cable connectors are keyed for correct insertion. Properly align the
cable connector key on the cable and the drive before connecting.
1
power cable
2
power input connector
1
interface cable
2
interface connector
1
2
Power Connector
Serial ATA Connector
1
2
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