External Mini SAS SFF-8088 8X I/O 68P to Internal HD Mini SAS SFF-8643 8i Cable

The External Mini SAS SFF-8088 8X I/O 68P to Internal HD Mini SAS SFF-8643 8i Cable is a high-performance interface conversion cable designed for enterprise storage systems requiring seamless connectivity between external and internal SAS interfaces. This specialized cable converts a single high-density external SFF-8088 8X (68-position) host interface into a single internal HD Mini SAS SFF-8643 8i interface, providing efficient protocol conversion and signal transmission between external storage controllers and internal storage devices. Engineered with precision signal integrity features, this solution supports superior data transmission rates while maintaining reliable performance in mixed storage environments. The robust construction ensures optimal performance in demanding data center applications, making it ideal for connecting external storage systems to internal backplanes with full bandwidth capability.

Features

• Advanced Interface Conversion: Converts external 68-position 8X Mini SAS to internal HD Mini SAS 8i interface
• High-Speed Data Transfer: Supports data rates up to 24 Gbps (SAS 4.0)
• Enhanced Signal Integrity: Precision engineering with optimized impedance matching and reduced crosstalk
• Secure External Connection: Screw-down locking mechanism ensures vibration-resistant mating
• Robust Construction: High-quality materials with comprehensive EMI/RFI protection
• Flexible Protocol Support: Compatible with SAS 4.0/3.0 and SATA protocols
• Space-Efficient Design: Slim internal connector enables high-density server deployments
• Full Bandwidth Utilization: Maintains complete 8-lane data transmission capability

Specifications

• Product Model: External Mini SAS 8X to Internal HD Mini SAS 8i Cable
• Host Connector: External Mini SAS SFF-8088 8X, 68-Position, Male, with Locking Screws
• Device Connector: Internal HD Mini SAS SFF-8643 8i, 68-Position, Male
• Data Rate Support: Up to 24 Gbps (SAS 4.0), 16 GT/s (PCIe 4.0)
• Supported Protocols: SAS 4.0/3.0, SATA 3.0
• Cable Type: Hybrid External/Internal Grade
• Wire Gauge: 30 AWG
• Impedance: 100? ±10%
• Shielding: Individual pair shielding with overall braid protection
• Cable Length: 0.5m, 1.0m, 2.0m
• Operating Temperature: -10°C to +60°C
• Durability Rating: 3,000 mating cycles (external), 5,000 mating cycles (internal)
• Minimum Bend Radius: 40mm

Applications

• Storage System Integration: Ideal for connecting external storage controllers to internal 8i drive backplanes
• Data Center Infrastructure: Suitable for high-performance storage expansions requiring external-to-internal conversion
• Enterprise Storage Arrays: Perfect for large-scale storage systems needing full-bandwidth interface options
• Server Upgrade Projects: Enables integration of external storage systems with internal server configurations
• OEM Storage Solutions: Designed for system integrators needing high-speed hybrid interface connectivity
• High-Performance Computing: Ideal for HPC environments requiring maximum bandwidth between storage systems
• Cloud Infrastructure: Perfect for cloud storage platforms requiring full-bandwidth connectivity solutions
• Data Intensive Applications: Suitable for big data analytics and AI workloads requiring high-speed data transfer