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Dulce Systems PRO DQ User Manual

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4.3.

Making the Connections

4.3.1. RAID Controller Port Assignment

The PRO DQ is supplied with a two port Quad Channel SATA II RAID Controller.
Each port supports 4 drives.

For proper drive assignment, it is important to properly match up the
ports used. Please follow the cabling instructions in the following section
carefully.

Drive 1 to 4

(Ch01 – 04)

Drive 5 to 8

(Ch05 – 08)

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4.3.2. Mac Connection

Connect the PRO DQ to the RAID Controller with the supplied Quad
Channel SATA II cable(s).

For proper drive numbering assignments, it is important to match up the
ports on the RAID Controller to the ports on the PRO DQ. Carefully
follow the cabling instruction in the diagram below.

Mac Pro or Power Mac

Left side port to

Top of PRO DQ

Right side port to

Bottom of PRO DQ

Top Port

Left Port

Right Port

Bottom Port

Mac

Mac