I have just acquired a ProLiant DL380 G5 server and I need to use the pcie slots so I want to remove the raid controller. Problem is I can't find any connector on the motherboard that I can connect the drive to. I only need 1 drive and in fact I would be happy to use an external hdd if it will boot. I have not tried it. My question is is there a connector on this server that does not include using a pcie slot? If not, can I use the DVD drive to house the 2.5" drive and will it run or I am stuck with losing a pcie slot for a facility I don't need? For the DVD drive option, I have both a 2.5" SAS SSD and SATA SSD drive lying about. I have searched here and online but most questions are about removing the raid facility etc. I want to remove the raid controller so I can use the pcie slot.
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