HP 60-Modular-Smart-Array - Manual (Page 21)

Setup 21
Cascading (1+1) configuration
Item Description
1 MSA60
1*
2 MSA60 2*
3 SAS cable
4 SAS cable
5 Server
* Only MSA60 enclosures can be cascaded. Do not configure with other types of storage enclosures.
Additional supported configurations:
• 1+2 configuration for a total of three cascading enclosures
• 1+3 configuration for a total of four cascading enclosures
Cabling the storage enclosure
After installing the storage enclosure in a rack, connect the SAS cables and power cords to the rear
panel.
SAS cabling guidelines
Observe the following guidelines:
• Only use supported SAS cables with 3-Gb connectors.
• Always be sure that the servers attached to the storage enclosure are powered down and power
cords are disconnected before connecting SAS cables.
Supported cables
A 0.5-m (20-in) SAS cable ships standard with the storage enclosure. To acquire different lengths, contact
the nearest authorized HP reseller.
HP recommends using the shortest cables possible. However the maximum supported cable length that
can be used between SAS ports is 6-m (19.68-ft).