Adaptec 2256100-R Installation And User Manual

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Chapter 4: Installing the SATA/SAS Controller and Disk Drives l 22Connecting to a DVD-ROMIn a direct-attach connection, DVD-ROM drives are connected directly to a SAS controllerwith SAS cables. The number of direct-attached devices is limited to four per SAS connector.For more information, see Direct-Attach Connections on page 54.You can connect SATA DVD-ROM drives to your SATA/SAS controller. There are no jumpersor switches to set before installation. (See www.adaptec.com/compatibility for a list ofcompatible devices.)1 Install your DVD-ROM. Refer to your system’s documentation for more information.2 Use a SAS cable to connect the SATA/SAS controller to the DVD-ROM.3 When all devices have been installed and connected, close your computer cabinet andreconnect the power cord.Connecting to a SAS ExpanderYou can use a SAS expander to connect a maximum of 128 end devices to your SATA/SAScontroller.To install the SATA/SAS controller to a SAS expander:1 Using the appropriate cable, connect the SATA/SAS controller to the expander’s PHYconnector.2 Connect a cable from the expander’s PHY connector to a disk drive.Connecting to SATA/SAS Tape DrivesYou can connect internal or external SAS or SATA Tape Drives to your SATA/SAS controller.(See www.adaptec.com/compatibility for a list of compatible devices.)1 Connect one or more SAS or SATA tape drives to the controller. Refer to your tape drive’sdocumentation for more information.2 Use the appropriate SAS cable to connect to the tape drive.3 When all devices have been installed and connected, close your computer cabinet,reconnect the power cord.