Granite Digital SATA 8 Bay Rack Expandable - Manual (Page 10)

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Drive & Host Adapter Install
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Installing the Host Adapter
Only use shielded cables for
external use. These cables
protect the data from static
and noise.
Non-shielded cables are
designed for internal use
only.
Using the proper cable guarantees good
data transfers and optimum performance. For
external use “shielded cables” are designed to
protect the data from static and noise. These
cables are much heavier than the internal types
and should be used with all of our external
systems.
When purchasing external shielded cables
know which type of connector ends you need
and what length you need. Granite manufactur-
ers external cables in both 36 and 72 inch
lengths. Connectors are either SATA “L” or
eSATA “I” types. Different connectors are used
on different host adapters and systems so know
what type you need before purchasing the
cable.
Since most 8 or 16 channels PCI Host
Adapters have only internal connectors, Granite
manufactures a PCI Bracket that allows up to 8
shielded cables to be routed through an
adjacent PCI slot. This bracket also acts as a
strain relief, holding the cables in place even if
they are accidently pulled on.
We also offer a custom solution for G5
Macintosh computers which will not take up an
additional PCI slot. If interested, call Granite
Digital Sales Department for details on this
product and instruction on how to modify the
G5 case.
PCI Bracket allows shielded
cables to be routed into an
adjacent PCI opening.