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LSI SAS 9207-8e PCI Express to 6Gb/s SAS HBA User Guide
August 2012
Technical Support
Figure 2 Installing an LSI SAS 9207-8e HBA in a PCI Express Slot
6. Secure the HBA bracket to the system’s chassis. Install the bracket screw, if applicable, or engage the system
retention mechanism to secure the HBA to the system’s chassis.
7. Connect SAS cables between the HBA and any SAS enclosures that contain the SATA or SAS devices.
Connect SAS cables between the HBA and any SAS enclosures. Figure2 shows the locations of the HBA
connectors.
The LSI SAS 9207-8e HBA has two external x4 mini-SAS connectors. For external connections, use a cable with an
external mini-SAS connector (SFF-8088) on one end (to connect to the HBA) and the appropriate connector to
attach to the SAS or SATA devices on the other end.
8. Replace the cover and any power cords, and power up the system. Replace the chassis’s cover, reconnect any
power cords, and reconnect any network cables. Turn on the power.
The hardware installation of your LSI SAS 9207-8e HBA is complete.
8 Technical Support
For assistance installing, configuring, or running the LSI SAS 9207-8e HBA, contact LSI Technical Support:
E-mail: support@lsi.com
Phone: 1-800-633-4545 (North America)
00-800-5745-6442 (International)
Web Site: www.lsi.com/support/
NOTE The shape, size, and locations of components on your HBA and its bracket might vary from this
illustration. The LSI SAS 9207-8e HBA requires a x8 PCIe slot.
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