MCIO 8x 74P to 2 Internal HD Mini SAS SFF-8643 4x 36P Cable, Straight to Straight

The MCIO 8x 74P to 2 Internal HD Mini SAS SFF-8643 4x 36P Cable is a high-performance internal breakout cable designed for modern data center and enterprise storage environments. This cable serves as a vital bridge, splitting a single high-bandwidth MCIO (Mini Cool Edge IO) 8-lane host port into two widely compatible Internal Mini SAS HD (SFF-8643) 4-lane channels. Engineered to the SFF-TA-1016 standard on the host side, it provides a reliable and high-fidelity connection to the established SFF-8643 interface, supporting both PCIe and SAS protocols for maximum flexibility and performance in demanding storage applications.

Features

• Legacy Interface Integration: Effectively bridges the latest SFF-TA-1016 (MCIO) host interface with two established SFF-8643 (Internal Mini SAS HD) interfaces, enabling next-generation systems to connect with existing SAS/SATA and NVMe backplanes and devices.
• Dual-Protocol Support: Uniquely designed to be protocol-agnostic, supporting both PCIe (for NVMe storage) and SAS (for HDD/SSD arrays) within the same physical cable, offering unparalleled design and deployment flexibility.
• Superior Signal Integrity: Manufactured with precision twin-axial cables and comprehensive multi-layer shielding (individual pair and overall braid + foil) to minimize signal degradation, crosstalk, and EMI, ensuring robust performance at high data rates.
• Optimized for Dense Servers: The flexible and slim cable profile allows for easy routing in space-constrained environments, aiding in improved airflow and thermal management within rack servers and storage enclosures.
• Secure and Durable Design: Features robust zinc alloy connectors with secure latching mechanisms (MCIO dual-push-pull and SFF-8643 click-latch) to prevent dislodgement, along with strain relief for extended operational life.

Specifications

• Product Model: MCIO 8x to 2x SFF-8643 4x Breakout Cable
• Connector A: MCIO (SFF-TA-1016) 8x, 74-Position, Male, Straight
• Connector B: 2x Internal Mini SAS HD (SFF-8643) 4x, 36-Position, Male, Straight
• Connector Gender: Male to Male
• Cable Type: Straight to Straight (Breakout)
• Cable Length: Standard options: 0.5m, 0.8m, 1.0m (Custom lengths available)
• Data Rate Support: Up to 22.5 Gbps (SAS-4) / 32.0 GT/s (PCIe 5.0)
• upported Protocols: SAS 3.0/4.0, SATA 3.0, and PCI Express (PCIe) 4.0/5.0
• Wire Gauge: 30 AWG
• Shielding: Individual pair shielding with overall braid + foil shield
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +85°C

Applications

• Hybrid Storage Arrays: Connecting a modern motherboard or HBA with an MCIO port to a backplane that supports a mix of SAS, SATA HDDs, and NVMe SSDs.
• Server Storage Expansion: Bifurcating a single x8 MCIO port to connect to two separate SAS/SATA or NVMe drive bays or backplanes in rack servers.
• Data Center Upgrades: Integrating new server platforms equipped with MCIO connectors into existing storage infrastructure that utilizes the SFF-8643 standard.
• Versatile System Integration: Ideal for system builders and integrators who require a single cable solution to support both legacy SAS and high-speed NVMe storage devices from a single host port.
• High-Availability Storage Systems: Deploying in environments that require flexible and reliable connectivity for critical data storage and retrieval.