This HBA supports connectivity using SATA II drives, SAS drives, or both. The following are some basic rules about the types of drives you can use:
Within a logical volume:
You cannot mix SAS and SATA drives.
You cannot mix HDDs and SSDs of any type.
Within an enclosure (SAS expander or direct-connect SAS cable), you can mix any drive types, subject to any restrictions imposed by the enclosure.