DELL
Dell OCULink Cable SFF-8611 x16 PowerEdge C6520 C6400 SATA J1RGW
Connects the motherboard SFF-8611 x16 slot to an M.2 riser for NVMe storage in PowerEdge C6520 and C6400 servers
- TypeOCULink SFF-8611
- ColorBlack
- Connects motherboard to M.2 riser via SFF-8611 x16 lane design
- Delivers PCIe 3.0 x16 bandwidth for NVMe SSD performance
- Purpose-built for PowerEdge C6520 and C6400 server platforms
- Enterprise-grade construction ensures reliable internal server connectivity
- Genuine Dell part guarantees compatibility with supported Dell systems
Purpose-Built Server Cable
This Dell OCULink cable connects the system board of a PowerEdge C6520 or C6400 server to an M.2 riser using an SFF-8611 x16 interface. It is engineered for internal storage connectivity in enterprise server environments requiring high-bandwidth PCIe 3.0 links. The black cable assembly carries part number J1RGW and is built to Dell enterprise-grade specifications.
Replaces Missing or Damaged Riser Links
The cable upgrades a server that lacks the physical connection between the motherboard OCuLink port and an M.2 NVMe riser card. The jump is worth it when deploying or expanding high-performance NVMe storage for data-intensive workloads such as AI, ML or HPC on these specific C-Series platforms. It restores the x16 lane pathway required to saturate drive bandwidth without bottleneck.
Fits Dense Compute Node Builds
Inside the chassis the cable routes from the board SFF-8611 slot to the riser, enabling direct PCI Express 3.0 x16 connectivity for the installed M.2 drive. It frees the builder from sourcing generic alternatives that may not meet lane count or signal integrity requirements for the C6520 and C6400 architecture. The assembly is a mandatory component for the J1RGV riser installation in compatible systems.
Highlights
- Connects motherboard to M.2 riser via SFF-8611 x16 lane design
- Delivers PCIe 3.0 x16 bandwidth for NVMe SSD performance
- Purpose-built for PowerEdge C6520 and C6400 server platforms
- Enterprise-grade construction ensures reliable internal server connectivity
- Genuine Dell part guarantees compatibility with supported Dell systems
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Model | PowerEdge C6520 & C6400 |
| Type | OCULink SFF-8611 |
| Color | Black |
Questions about this item
Does the SFF-8611 x16 connector fit the motherboard slot on a PowerEdge C6520 or C6400?
Yes, the OCULink SFF-8611 x16 end plugs directly into the system board slot on Dell PowerEdge C6520 and C6400 servers.
How is the cable routed between the motherboard and the M.2 riser, and what step is often missed?
Connect the SFF-8611 end to the motherboard first, then attach the opposite end to the M.2 riser card; the step often missed is fully seating the riser into its chassis guide before tightening the cable.
When should this cable be replaced in a PowerEdge C6520 or C6400?
Replace it if the latch clips break, the conductors show kinks, or the server reports PCIe 3.0 x16 link errors on the NVMe drive.
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