iStarUSA Inc.
iStarUSA Inc. cAGE-AAMM05 server accessory cable 0.5M
A 0.5 metre external multilane cable links a host system to an external device
- TypeCable
- FeaturesExternal Multilane to External Multilane Cable Length: 0.5M
- Connects host systems to external devices via multilane cable
- 5 metre length keeps rack cable runs short and tidy
- External multilane-to-multilane design links compatible enclosures directly
- Server accessory built for reliable data-path extension
- First listed by manufacturer in 2011
External multilane cable for server links
The iStarUSA cAGE-AAMM05 is a new external multilane to external multilane cable built for server accessory installations. It provides the ability of connection from a host system to an external device in rack or tower environments. The 0.5M length suits tight, internal routing between adjacent chassis or enclosures. Installers who need a short, direct multilane link will find it fits the purpose.
Half-metre reach limits rack placement
At 0.5M the cable only spans very short distances between the host and the external unit. It cannot bridge across full rack heights or between separated cabinets without additional length. Builders planning wider equipment spacing must choose a longer multilane assembly instead. The fixed length also prevents slack management in deeper enclosures.
Straight multilane connectors aid dense wiring
Both ends carry external multilane plugs that seat directly into matching ports without adapters. The short run reduces bulk and improves airflow in crowded server bays. Technicians can route the cable cleanly along tray edges or through cable-management arms. The assembly suits new deployments where port density and tidy cabling matter.
Highlights
- Connects host systems to external devices via multilane cable
- 5 metre length keeps rack cable runs short and tidy
- External multilane-to-multilane design links compatible enclosures directly
- Server accessory built for reliable data-path extension
- First listed by manufacturer in 2011
Specifications
| Brand | iStarUSA |
|---|---|
| Model | cAGE-AAMM05 |
| Type | Cable |
| Features | External Multilane to External Multilane Cable Length: 0.5M It provides the ability of connection from host system to external device. |
| Shipping weight | 0.14 kg |
| Package size | 305 × 89 × 13 mm |
Questions about this item
Is the 0.5M length suitable for connecting a server to a nearby external enclosure?
Yes, the 0.5M cable is designed for short runs between a host system and an external device in the same rack or adjacent shelf.
What does the external multilane connection actually carry between the host and the device?
It carries the native multilane signal from the host controller straight to the external target without protocol conversion.
Which multilane standard does the cable use and what bandwidth does that limit me to?
The cable uses the external multilane interface defined by the controller; bandwidth is capped by that controller and the attached device.
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