6Introduction Overview of functionsSystem configurationConnect various ports of the unit to a power source and a server according to the functions to be used.In addition, install DA control software to the server to be connected to the unit. For more information on how toinstall, refer to the Install Guide.≥ When adding Extension Modules (with the Writer Unit), they need to be added in increments of two. Connect twoSAS cables (straight) and one SAS cable (branch) to each pair of Extension Modules to be added.Use the specified optional SAS cables.There are two types of drive interface cables (SAS cables), distinguished by the shape of their server-sideconnectors.∫ Required connectionsBase Module and Bottom Module/Control Unit/Writer Unit: Uses a control interface portExternal power supply: Uses the power connectorServer: Uses a drive interface port and a control interface portType SFF-8088 Mini-SAS Type SFF-8644 Mini-SASHD` Straight SAS cable 2.5 m (98.4q) (LB-XA25A0G) ` Straight SAS cable 2.5 m (98.4q) (LB-XA25H0G)` Branch SAS cable 2.5 m (98.4q) (LB-XA25B0G) ` Branch SAS cable 2.5 m (98.4q) (LB-XA25J0G)` Straight SAS cable 2.0 m (78.7q) (LB-XA20A0G) ` Straight SAS cable 2.0 m (78.7q) (LB-XA20H0G)` Branch SAS cable 2.0 m (78.7q) (LB-XA20B0G) ` Branch SAS cable 2.0 m (78.7q) (LB-XA20J0G)The unitExternal powersupply Server(DA controlsoftware)Extension Module(without the WriterUnit)Base ModuleExtension Module(with the Writer Unit)Bottom ModuleSystem configuration exampleExclusive use connection cable AExclusive use connection cable BDC cable (+24 V)DC cable (+24 V/+12 V)SAS cable (Straight)SAS cable (Branch)Client PC Client PC Mail ServerEmailWeb interface/SNMP