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Two Mini SAS cables, SFF-8088 to SFF-8087, male connectors, 1 metre

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK 2-pack SFF8088 to SFF8087 SAS cable 1m 28AWG

SKU CH-K43Y-6HDJN

Two 1 m cables convert external SFF-8088 to internal SFF-8087 for SAS connections

  • 2-pack value set for convenient replacement or multi-system deployment
  • External 26-pin SFF8088 to internal 36-pin SFF8087 interface conversion
  • 28AWG pure copper construction for low-loss, stable high-speed SAS data transmission
  • 1M/3.3ft length ideal for short-range server connections and neat cable management
  • Reliable male-to-male connectors for secure plug-and-play with RAID controllers and storage enclosures

Two-pack SFF8088 to SFF8087 conversion

This SMUGDESK kit contains two Mini SAS cables that convert an external 26pin SFF8088 male connector to an internal 36pin SFF8087 male connector. They are built for IT professionals who need reliable links between external enclosures and internal RAID controllers in servers, workstations, NAS or JBOD systems. The 28AWG pure copper conductors are designed for low-loss, high-speed data transmission across SAS HDDs, SSDs and storage arrays.

Replaces single loose cables for multi-bay setups

Buyers upgrading from a single cable or mixing mismatched lengths gain a matched pair that simplifies multi-bay or dual-controller deployments. The 1metre (3.3ft) reach suits short-range rack connections and keeps cable routing tidy without excess slack. The jump is worth it when deploying redundant paths or populating multiple drive shelves simultaneously.

Sustained throughput with stable copper conductors

Under continuous workloads the 28AWG copper cores maintain consistent signal integrity for RAID arrays and high-capacity storage units. The male-to-male plug design secures each connection against vibration in dense server chassis. Performance remains steady during extended backup, replication or expansion tasks rather than degrading after an initial burst.

Highlights

  • 2-pack value set for convenient replacement or multi-system deployment
  • External 26-pin SFF8088 to internal 36-pin SFF8087 interface conversion
  • 28AWG pure copper construction for low-loss, stable high-speed SAS data transmission
  • 1M/3.3ft length ideal for short-range server connections and neat cable management
  • Reliable male-to-male connectors for secure plug-and-play with RAID controllers and storage enclosures

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How much space do the 26-pin and 36-pin Mini SAS connectors need behind the port?

Each male connector is a standard Mini SAS plug; allow enough rear clearance for the latch to click home without bending the 28AWG cable sharply.

What is the correct orientation when plugging the SFF-8088 and SFF-8087 ends into a RAID controller and enclosure?

Both ends are keyed male Mini SAS plugs; align the notch on each connector with the port key, push straight in until the latch clicks, and do not force the 36-pin side into a 26-pin port.

When should I replace these 1-metre 28AWG Mini SAS cables in a production server?

Replace them if the latch tabs snap, the connector housing cracks, or you see intermittent drive drops and CRC errors that disappear with a known-good cable.

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