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Drobo 5C User Guide 36
1.2.3 Connecting Cables on Your Drobo 5C
After inserting the drives into your Drobo 5C, you are ready to connect the power and
data cables on your Drobo 5C.
You can connect the Drobo 5C directly to your computer using the USB 3.0 port. For
information on the different connectivity interfaces available and their requirements,
see Connectivity Interfaces Supported for the Drobo 5C.
As you follow the steps below, refer to the following image.
1. Plug one end of the USB cable into the back of your Drobo 5C.
2. Plug the other end of the cable into your host computer.
3. Connect the power adaptor to the power connection at the back of your Drobo 5C.
4. Connect the other end of the power adaptor to a power source.
Note:
We recommend plugging into an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) or surge
protector. For more information, see Using Power Protection.
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