Setup 22
6.
Push the I/O handle up. Be sure the I/O module is fully seated and the I/O module handle is in the
locked position.
CAUTION:
For best cooling practices, do not operate the enclosure for extended periods with
more than one component or blank removed. When removing an active component, replace
it with a blank.
To install the second I/O module, repeat the procedure.
Cabling the MDS600
After installing the MDS600 in a rack, connect the I/O cables and power cords to the rear panel ("
Rear
panel components
" on page
8
).
SAS cabling guidelines
Observe the following guidelines:
•
Only use supported SAS cables.
•
Always be sure that the server blades attached to the MDS600 are powered down and MDS600
power cords are disconnected before connecting SAS cables.
Cabling guidelines for HP rack and tower servers
When directly attaching the MDS600 to HP rack or tower servers, installing a secondary I/O module in
the hard drive drawer is not a valid configuration. See the QuickSpecs on the HP website
(
http://www.hp.com/go/mds600
) for additional special cabling guidelines.
Supported cables
No SAS cable ships standard with the MDS600. HP recommends using the shortest cables possible.
However, the maximum supported cable length that can be used between SAS ports is 2.00 m (6.56 ft).