IBM Redbooks ServeRAID-MR10i, User Manual

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2-4 ServeRAID-MR10i SAS/SATA Controller Hardware Installation
Figure 2.1 Installing the ServeRAID-MR10i Controller in a
PCI Express Slot
Step 7. Configure and Install the SAS Devices, the SATA II Devices, or
Both, in the Host Computer Case
Refer to the documentation for the devices for any
preinstallation configuration requirements.
Step 8. Connect the SAS Devices, the SATA II Devices, or Both, to the
Controller
Use SAS cables to connect SAS devices, SATA II devices, or
both to the ServeRAID-MR10i controller. Refer to
Section 2.4,
“SAS Device Cables” for SAS cable information. Refer to
Section 2.4.1, “Connecting the ServeRAID-MR10i RAID
Controller to Physical Disks,” page 2-8
for details on connecting
the controller to physical disks and expanders.
The maximum cable length is six meters. You can connect one
device per SAS PHY unless you use an expander.
Edge of Motherboard
85022-01
Bracket Screw
Edge of
Motherboard
Press Here
Press Here