OCulink SFF-8611 4i to 4 SFF-8482 All-in-one Cable

The OCulink SFF-8611 4i to 4 SFF-8482 All-in-One Cable is a high-density internal breakout cable assembly designed for enterprise storage systems and data center environments. This cable provides a critical interface conversion from the modern OCulink SFF-8611 4-lane host interface to four legacy SFF-8482 SAS drive connectors, while integrating both data and power delivery into a single comprehensive solution. Engineered to support high-speed data transfer protocols, this all-in-one cable enables seamless integration of newer host systems with existing SAS drive infrastructures, ensuring reliable performance in demanding storage applications while simplifying cabinet management through its combined data and power design.

Features

• Hybrid Interface Solution: Combines a modern OCulink SFF-8611 4i connector with four legacy SFF-8482 SAS connectors, providing backward compatibility for existing drive infrastructures while utilizing current host interface technology.
• Integrated Power and Data Delivery: The all-in-one design incorporates both data and power conductors within a single cable assembly, delivering necessary power to connected SAS drives and eliminating the need for separate power cables.
• High-Speed Data Support: Supports SAS protocols with data transfer speeds up to 12Gbps (SAS 2.1 specification), ensuring efficient performance for enterprise storage applications.
• Enhanced Signal Integrity: Utilizes precision-engineered cables with multi-layer shielding to minimize signal degradation, crosstalk, and electromagnetic interference, maintaining stable data transmission across the connection.
• Space-Optimized Design: The OCulink connector's compact form factor allows for high-density configurations on host boards, while the integrated cable assembly simplifies routing and reduces clutter within server chassis.
• Secure Connection System: Features robust connectors with positive latching mechanisms to ensure stable connections in vibration-prone environments and prevent accidental disconnection.

Specifications

• Product Model: OCulink SFF-8611 4i to 4 SFF-8482 All-in-One Cable
• Connector A: OCulink SFF-8611 4i, Male, Straight
• Connector B: 4x SFF-8482 SAS, 29-Position, Male, Straight
• Integrated Power: Power delivery integrated within cable assembly
• Connector Gender: Male to Male
• Cable Type: Breakout with Integrated Power
• Cable Length: Standard options: 0.5m, 1.0m (Custom lengths available)
• Data Rate Support: Up to 12Gbps (SAS 2.1)
• Supported Protocols: SAS 2.0/2.1, SATA 3.0
• Wire Gauge: 30-32 AWG
• Shielding: Individual pair shielding with overall braid and foil shield
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
• Durability: Minimum 250 mating cycles

Applications

• Enterprise Storage Expansion: Connecting host bus adapters (HBAs) or RAID controllers with OCulink interfaces to multiple SAS hard drives in storage arrays and servers, providing both data and power through a single cable solution.
• Data Center Infrastructure: Deploying in data center environments where integration between newer servers and legacy SAS drive backplanes is required, particularly benefiting from the simplified cabling of the all-in-one design.
• Storage System Upgrades: Facilitating storage system upgrades and expansions by enabling modern controllers with OCulink interfaces to connect with existing SAS drive infrastructures without the need for additional power cables.
• High-Density Server Configurations: Ideal for rack servers and storage systems where space optimization is critical, and the integrated power delivery reduces cable clutter and improves airflow management.
• Data Backup and Archival Systems: Supporting backup storage systems and archival solutions that utilize SAS drives for reliable data retention, benefiting from the reduced cable complexity and improved reliability.
• OEM Server Manufacturing: Used by server manufacturers to provide integrated connectivity solutions for storage configurations that require both interface conversion and power delivery in a single cable assembly.