X4200 server, is it possible to use SATA drives instead of SAS drives

Hello,
We are planning to purchase X4200 servers; According to documentation, they use SAS drive, which are quite expensive. So is it possible to use SATA drives? I read somewhere that their interface is similar and SATA can work with SAS.
Thanks
Steve

Hello,
I don't see any SATA drives listed for the X4200.
To quote rukbat:
"If there is any sort of warranty or service contract coverage on that box,
you will need to use Sun parts if you hope to maintain active coverage
for that warranty or contract. Parts from third-party sellers may invalidate
or suspend the coverage for as long as they are in the chassis."
Michael

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