You need to use below RAID controller to connect 8 bay or 16bay backplane to T420 3P0R3 - PWA,CTL,SAS,H310,ADPT,FHVM02C - ASSY,CRD,CTL,H710,512,NV,FH7GCGT - ASSY,CRD,CTL,H710P,1GB,NV,FHKYJRD - ASSY,CRD,CTL,H710P,1GB,NV,FH
Hello, Sorry for what is probably a silly question. I am upgrading my T420 from a single PSU to hot swappable. It's been an adventure. I have purchased everything but the 8-drive cage (which eludes me). I might have to even go with a 16 bay since it's easier to get everything for. Questions: I am going with the 8 drive 3.5 LFF or the 16 2.5 SFF hot swappable configuration, do I have to use a Perc card? I appreciate your help, knowledge and taking the time to education me.
Do I have to use a Raid Controller with a T420 and an 8 bay 3.5 drives?