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IBM SCSI Cable 68-pin HD-68 to VHDCI 32.81 ft

SKU CH-ADCJ-5VFVZ

Connects a 68-pin HD-68 device to a VHDCI port over 32.81 ft for SCSI data transfer

  • TypeData Transfer Cable
  • Length32.81 ft
  • Connect servers over long runs with 32.81 ft cable
  • Link 68-pin HD-68 devices to VHDCI ports
  • SCSI data transfer for IBM eServer compatibility
  • Male-to-male connectors ensure secure fit
  • IBM branded cable built for enterprise use

IBM SCSI Cable 68-pin HD-68 to VHDCI

This 32.81 ft SCSI data transfer cable connects a 68-pin HD-68 male connector to a 68-pin VHDCI male connector. It is designed for IBM eServer environments and other systems using this specific interface pairing. The cable provides a direct link for compatible storage or peripheral devices.

Passive cable thermals and power

As a passive copper assembly, the cable generates no heat and draws no power during operation. It adds no audible noise to the system and requires no external power source. Signal integrity is maintained through the physical conductors over the full 32.81 ft length.

Sustained data transfer behaviour

The cable maintains consistent electrical continuity for the duration of long data transfers or continuous SCSI bus activity. No active components are present to throttle or degrade performance under sustained load. It functions as a permanent physical link between the two 68-pin endpoints.

Highlights

  • Connect servers over long runs with 32.81 ft cable
  • Link 68-pin HD-68 devices to VHDCI ports
  • SCSI data transfer for IBM eServer compatibility
  • Male-to-male connectors ensure secure fit
  • IBM branded cable built for enterprise use

Specifications

BrandIBM
TypeData Transfer Cable
Length32.81 ft

Questions about this item

How do I connect the 68-pin HD-68 male end to my server's SCSI port?

Align the D-shaped HD-68 male connector with the female port on the IBM eServer, press firmly until the side latches click, and avoid forcing the plug upside-down — the most common mistake.

Will the VHDCI male connector wear out after repeated mating cycles?

The VHDCI male end is rated for standard SCSI mating cycles; inspect the pins for bent contacts and replace the cable if the latch tabs break or signal errors appear.

At 32.81 ft, does signal degradation limit the SCSI bus speed?

At 32.81 ft the cable reaches the maximum single-ended SCSI length, so the bus will negotiate the lowest supported transfer rate to maintain reliability.

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