PCIe 5.0 M.2 NVMe Key-M Male to OCulink SFF-8611 SFF-8612 Extension Cable with Full-height Bracket

The PCIe 5.0 M.2 NVMe Key-M Male to OCuLink SFF-8611/SFF-8612 Extension Cable with Full-height Bracket is a cutting-edge high-performance interconnect solution designed for demanding storage and computational applications. This cable assembly provides a robust external interface for ultra-high-speed NVMe storage, effectively extending the capabilities of a motherboard's internal M.2 slot to an external OCuLink port. Engineered to fully support the PCIe 5.0 standard, it doubles the available bandwidth compared to previous generations, making it ideal for connecting external GPU enclosures, multi-drive storage arrays, or high-speed data acquisition cards. The inclusion of a full-height bracket ensures secure and standardized mounting in a standard computer case, providing a clean and professional external port. This solution is targeted at enthusiasts, workstation users, and professionals who require maximum data throughput for tasks such as 4K/8K video editing, large-scale data analysis, and high-performance computing.

Features

• Next-Generation Speed: Fully supports PCIe 5.0 specifications, delivering data rates up to 32 GT/s per lane for unprecedented transfer speeds.
• External High-Speed Interface: Converts an internal M.2 Key-M (PCIe) slot to an external OCuLink SFF-8611 (4i) or SFF-8612 (8i) port, enabling flexible external device connectivity.
• Full-Height Bracket: Includes a professionally mounted full-height bracket for secure and reliable installation in standard desktop and workstation chassis.
• Optimized Signal Integrity: Utilizes premium, low-loss coaxial cables and precise impedance matching to maintain signal integrity at extreme frequencies, ensuring stable performance.
• Robust Connector System: Features a locking OCuLink connector for a secure, vibration-resistant connection, critical for data integrity in high-performance environments.
• Four-Lane (x4) Configuration: Leverages the full four PCIe lanes from the M.2 slot, providing maximum bidirectional bandwidth to the connected device.

Specifications

• Host Connector: M.2 Key-M (PCIe) Male, Socket 3
• Target Connector: OCuLink SFF-8611 (4i) or SFF-8612 (8i) Female
• Supported Standard: PCI Express 5.0
• Data Rate: Up to 32 GT/s per lane
• Total Bandwidth: Approx. 128 Gbps (16 GB/s) bidirectional for a x4 configuration
• Cable Length: Standard 30cm and 50cm options
• Impedance: 85? ±5% differential
• Shielding: Multi-layer shielding with individual coaxial pairs and an overall braid for maximum EMI suppression
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C
• Included Accessory: Full-height PCI Slot Bracket

Applications

• External GPU Enclosures: Provides a high-bandwidth connection for external graphics card docks, maximizing performance for gaming, rendering, and AI workloads.
• High-Speed Storage Arrays: Connects to external NVMe drive enclosures or JBODs for building ultra-fast, scalable storage solutions.
• Workstation Expansion: Ideal for professional workstations requiring external connections to high-speed peripherals like video capture cards or FPGA boards.
• Data Center and Server Connectivity: Used in server environments for flexible, high-speed interconnects between nodes or to external storage subsystems.
• High-Performance Computing Clusters: Facilitates fast data links in computational clusters for scientific research and simulation.
• Test and Measurement Equipment: Serves as a reliable interface for benchtop testing of PCIe 5.0 devices and components.