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Two black Mini SAS SFF8644 to SFF8088 cables coiled together

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK 2PCS Mini SAS SFF8644 to SFF8088 Cable 1m 3.3FT

SKU CH-1XVM-ZQ8DB

Two-pack of 1 m external cables converting SFF-8644 to SFF-8088 for SAS storage links

  • 2-pack bundle simplifies multi-device or backup deployments
  • SFF-8644 to SFF-8088 conversion connects internal controllers to external enclosures
  • 3 ft length keeps short-range rack cabling tidy
  • Anti-interference shielding protects signal integrity for SAS drives and RAID arrays
  • Broad compatibility spans enterprise servers, workstations, NAS and data-centre storage

Two-Pack SFF8644 to SFF8088 Cables

This two-pack supplies external Mini SAS HD cables that convert an SFF8644 port to an SFF8088 port. Each cable measures one metre or 3.3 feet and is built with rugged external-grade shielding for stable signal transmission. They suit enterprise servers, workstations, NAS appliances and data-centre storage systems running SAS drives or RAID controllers. The bundle gives a spare cable for multi-device deployment or backup.

Upgrades from single cables or longer runs

The twin pack replaces the need to order separate cables when connecting several JBOD enclosures or RAID arrays to a host bus adapter. The short one-metre length is worth choosing when rack-mounted gear sits close together and excess slack would block airflow or cable management trays. If your enclosures sit further apart or you only need one link, a longer single cable would be the practical choice.

Limited to external SAS signalling

These cables carry SAS signals between SFF8644 and SFF8088 connectors only; they do not convert to other interfaces or support internal backplane routing. The one-metre reach restricts use to adjacent rack units or nearby shelves. Shielding resists interference in dense cabinets, but the cables are not rated for outdoor or industrial-temperature environments.

Highlights

  • 2-pack bundle simplifies multi-device or backup deployments
  • SFF-8644 to SFF-8088 conversion connects internal controllers to external enclosures
  • 3 ft length keeps short-range rack cabling tidy
  • Anti-interference shielding protects signal integrity for SAS drives and RAID arrays
  • Broad compatibility spans enterprise servers, workstations, NAS and data-centre storage

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What connectors does the cable use to fit external SAS ports?

Each cable has an SFF8644 Mini SAS HD plug on one end and an SFF8088 Mini SAS plug on the other, matching the external ports on SAS controllers and JBOD enclosures.

How do I install the cable, and what step is often missed?

Push each connector straight in until the latch clicks; the common mistake is stopping before the latch engages, which leaves the link unstable.

What will need checking or replacing over time?

Inspect the latch tabs and cable jacket periodically; if a latch snaps or the shielding frays, replace that cable to keep the SAS link reliable.

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