HP StoreEver DAT Tape Drives - Manual (Page 22)

4. Unused second branch on supplied cable 1. Mini-SAS connector to server
5. Tie wrap 2. SAS connector to tape drive
6. Cover on unused SAS connector 3. Power connector to server's power supply
Figure 3 Supplied cable
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The cable supplied with the tape drive is suitable for connecting to a dedicated HBA.
An alternative option for HP ProLiant servers is to connect to the server's SAS controller.
• If the host SAS controller has a mini-SAS connector, the supplied cable may be used to connect
the tape drive.
• If it has an Infiniband-style connector, you must purchase a different cable.
NOTE:
All non-HP servers require a dedicated HBA.
Table 5 Cables for the SAS internal tape drive
Cable required Connector type
HP SAS cable (Part number AP747A) To a dedicated HBA (recommended installation)
HP SAS Infiniband split cable (Part number
406594–002)
To an internal Infiniband-style SAS connector
HP Mini-SAS split cable (Part number AP747A) To an internal Mini-SAS connector
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