OCulink SFF-8611 4i to 4 SFF-8482 with 4-Pin Power Cable

The OCulink SFF-8611 4i to 4 SFF-8482 with 4-Pin Power 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 essential 4-pin power delivery for connected drives. Engineered to support high-speed data transfer and power requirements simultaneously, this solution enables seamless integration of newer host systems with existing SAS drive infrastructures, ensuring reliable performance in demanding storage applications.

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 Delivery: Incorporates a 4-pin power connector that delivers necessary power to connected SAS drives, eliminating the need for separate power cables and simplifying cabinet management.
• 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.
• Space-Optimized Design: The OCulink connector's compact form factor allows for high-density configurations on host boards, while the breakout design enables connectivity to multiple drives.
• Secure Connection System: Features robust connectors with positive latching mechanisms to ensure stable connections in vibration-prone environments.

Specifications

• Product Model: OCulink SFF-8611 4i to 4 SFF-8482 with 4-Pin Power Cable
• Connector A: OCulink SFF-8611 4i, Male, Straight
• Connector B: 4x SFF-8482 SAS, 29-Position, Male, Straight
• Power Connector: 4-pin Power
• 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.
• Data Center Infrastructure: Deploying in data center environments where integration between newer servers and legacy SAS drive backplanes is required.
• Storage System Upgrades: Facilitating storage system upgrades and expansions by enabling modern controllers to connect with existing SAS drive infrastructures.
• High-Density Server Configurations: Ideal for rack servers and storage systems where space optimization and integrated power delivery are essential.
• Data Backup Solutions: Supporting backup storage systems and archival solutions that utilize SAS drives for reliable data retention.