Serial Attached SCSI technologies and architectures, 4th edition

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Figure 14: c-Class enclosure with a direct-connect, zoned SAS solution using the StorageWorks MDS600
Cabling and connectors technology
Figure 15 shows the Mini SAS 4x external cable plug connector and receptacle. Mini SAS 4x cable
connectors attach to end devices and enclosure universal ports. Note, however, that the connectors
attach either to an enclosure out port or to an enclosure in port. Icons on the connectors identify which
type of enclosure port they support. The receptacles have a reverse key (not illustrated) allowing them
to accept SAS-2 cables longer than the normal 6 m length.