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Black Mini SAS cable with SFF-8088 connectors on both ends, 6.6ft long

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK Mini SAS 26Pin SFF-8088 to SFF-8088 Cable 2M 6.6ft

SKU CH-4ETH-D6005

External 26-pin SFF-8088 SAS cable links servers to storage enclosures over 6.6 feet with shielded construction for reliable data transfer

  • External server-to-storage link via dual 26-pin SFF-8088 connectors
  • SAS Attached SCSI compliant for enterprise-grade data transmission
  • Heavy-duty shielded construction minimizes EMI for stable high-speed performance
  • 2-metre (6.6 ft) length enables flexible rackmount and multi-unit wiring
  • Plug-and-play compatible with mainstream SAS controllers and enclosures

External SAS Link Cable

This SMUGDESK cable provides a direct external SAS connection using 26pin SFF8088 connectors at both ends. The two metre length supports flexible routing between servers and external storage enclosures such as JBOD or NAS units. Heavy duty shielding reduces electromagnetic interference to maintain consistent data transfer for SAS HDDs SSDs and RAID arrays.

Enterprise Storage Expansion

Suited for administrators extending server storage across racks or linking multiple drive enclosures in a data centre environment. Not intended for internal backplane wiring or installations that demand a different connector style or cable reach.

Dual SFF8088 26pin Interface

The defining specification is the matched pair of 26pin SFF8088 connectors which determines compatibility with external SAS controllers and enclosures. Verify that both host and target devices present this exact port before purchasing.

Highlights

  • External server-to-storage link via dual 26-pin SFF-8088 connectors
  • SAS Attached SCSI compliant for enterprise-grade data transmission
  • Heavy-duty shielded construction minimizes EMI for stable high-speed performance
  • 2-metre (6.6 ft) length enables flexible rackmount and multi-unit wiring
  • Plug-and-play compatible with mainstream SAS controllers and enclosures

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How do I install the 26-pin SFF-8088 connectors and what step is often missed?

Align each 26-pin SFF-8088 plug with the SAS controller and enclosure ports, then push straight in until the latch clicks; the step often missed is verifying both latches are fully seated before routing the 2M cable.

What maintenance or replacement will this SAS cable need over time?

Inspect the shielded jacket and connector latches periodically for wear or dust; replace the cable if the shielding is damaged or a latch no longer locks securely.

What limit appears first on this 2M cable during sustained high-speed SAS transfers?

The 2M length is the practical limit for signal integrity; beyond this distance attenuation and EMI can degrade sustained throughput.

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