Installing The Adapter Hardware; Connecting The Adapter - HP SC44Ge Installation Manual

Installing the adapter hardware

CAUTION:
properly grounded before beginning this procedure.
For more information, see "Electrostatic Discharge (on page 22)."
Depending on the server model, remove or open the server access panel.
1.
WARNING:
internal system components to cool before touching them.
Locate the PCIe bus expansion slots, and select the slot that you want to use. (For more information,
2.
see the server documentation.)
Depending on the server model, remove the retaining screw or open the expansion slot latch that
3.
secures the PCIe slot.
Remove the slot cover and save it. You will need to put it back if you decide to remove the adapter
4.
and leave the slot empty.
Insert the adapter into the slot, and press it firmly into place. The contacts on the adapter edge must
5.
be fully seated in the system board connector.
Depending on the server model, secure the adapter by replacing the retaining screw or by closing
6.
the slot latch.

Connecting the adapter

Cables for connecting the adapter to other devices are provided with most HP server products. The
following table lists cables that can be used with this adapter. All HP cables are keyed to ensure correct
installation.
Type of cable
External SAS
External SAS
External SAS
External SAS
Mini SAS 4x to standard SAS 4x
Mini SAS 4x to standard SAS 4x
Mini SAS 4x to standard SAS 4x
Mini SAS 4x to standard SAS 4x
Mini SAS 4x to standard SAS 4x
You can order extra cables from an authorized HP reseller or authorized HP service provider. If the cable
that you need is not listed in the preceding table, or if you need additional ordering information, see the
HP website (http://www.hp.com).
Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Be sure you are
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the
Length
1.0 m (3.3 ft)
2.0 m (6.6 ft)
4.0 m (13 ft)
6.0 m (20 ft)
0.5 m (20 in)
1.0 m (3.3 ft)
2.0 m (6.6 ft)
4.0 m (13 ft)
6.0 m (20 ft)
Cable kit
part number
389665-B21
389668-B21
389671-B21
389674-B21
419569-B21
419570-B21
419571-B21
419572-B21
419573-B21
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