Accusys ExaSAN SW-08 - Manual (Page 13)

1. Introduction
User Guide Page 1-4
These switch units are designed to work independently and cannot be connected to other SW04/08 for
expansion.
1.1.3.4 ExaSAN PCIe Switch Host Bus Adapter (ACS-63200NT)
This component is ordered separately from the SW04/08 switch.
Make sure that each client system in your workgroup has an available PCIe x4, x8, or x16 slot. Note that
the PCIe slots on some motherboards are for graphics cards only. Check your motherboard documentation
or verify with the motherboard vendor for compatibility with the Accusys-supplied HBA. Also note that
some PCIe x4 or x8 slots only share or run at x1 speed. You are advised to consult your motherboard
documentation to verify the real speed of the available PCIe slot.
1.1.3.5 QSFP (Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable) PCIe Copper or
Optical Cables
This accessory is ordered separately from the SW04/08 switch. It is used to connect the host systems to
the switch. Use the copper cable for distances up to 5 meters. Use one of four different lengths of the
optical cable for distances longer than 5 meters.
1.
2m or 5m QSFP Copper Cable, (black in color, quantities vary)
2. 10m QSFP Optical Cable, (orange in color, quantities vary)
3. 30m QSFP Optical Cable, (orange in color, quantities vary)
4. 50m QSFP Optical Cable, (orange in color, quantities vary)
5. 100m QSFP Optical Cable (orange in color, quantities vary)