HP DL385 - Manual (Page 65)

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NOTE: If storage devices are connected to both the internal (1I) and external (1E) SAS connectors, the SAS
controller recognizes only the devices connected to the internal connector. To attach devices to the external
connector, disconnect the internal connector. Refer to the documentation that documentation that ships with
the controller.
Item Description
1 SAS
connector 1
2 SAS connector 2
USB cabling
The USB cable connects the front panel USB connector to the SAS backplane.