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Black 550mm SATA cable with straight connectors

DELL

DELL SATA Cable T30RT 550MM Black Optical Drive

SKU CH-8W1N-FBSN8

Genuine Dell 550 mm SATA cable connects optical drives in OptiPlex 755, 780, Dimension 9150, Precision T3400, T3600, T3610 and XPS 9100 desktops

  • Genuine Dell OEM part ensures reliable compatibility
  • 550 mm length fits OptiPlex 755 780 chassis
  • SATA interface connects optical drive to motherboard
  • Supports Precision T3400 T3600 T3610 workstations
  • Compatible with Dimension 9150 and XPS 9100 desktops

Purpose and compatibility

This genuine Dell SATA cable connects an optical drive to the motherboard in compatible Dell desktop systems. It suits owners of OptiPlex 755 and 780, Dimension 9150, Precision T3400, T3600 and T3610, and XPS Studio XPS 9100 models who need a replacement or spare. Buyers whose chassis uses a different connector layout or length cannot use this part.

Thermals noise and power

The cable is a passive component that draws no power and generates no heat or noise during normal operation. It simply transmits data between the drive and the host controller without active electronics. No cooling or acoustic considerations apply to this accessory.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous read or write activity the cable maintains the same passive performance as in brief transfers. Signal integrity depends on the fixed 550 mm routing inside the case rather than on thermal throttling or active regulation. Builders who need a longer reach or a different connector orientation should select an alternative cable.

Highlights

  • Genuine Dell OEM part ensures reliable compatibility
  • 550 mm length fits OptiPlex 755 780 chassis
  • SATA interface connects optical drive to motherboard
  • Supports Precision T3400 T3600 T3610 workstations
  • Compatible with Dimension 9150 and XPS 9100 desktops

Specifications

BrandDell

Questions about this item

How do I route the 550 mm SATA cable inside an OptiPlex 780 chassis?

Connect the straight end to the motherboard SATA port and the angled end to the optical drive, then tuck the 550 mm length along the drive cage so it clears the front bezel.

Will the T30RT cable need replacement after repeated drive swaps?

The cable is rated for standard SATA insertion cycles; replace it only if the latch tabs break or the connectors show bent pins.

What limits sustained throughput on this SATA link?

The interface caps at SATA 3 Gb/s, so sequential transfers cannot exceed that bandwidth regardless of drive speed.

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