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SMUGDESK Mini SAS HD SFF-8643 Cable A1 B1 8T05V Dell R730XD H730P
Mini SAS HD SFF-8643 cable connects Dell H730P RAID controller to R730XD backplane at 12Gbps with locking latches
- Direct replacement for Dell R730XD with OEM part numbers 8T05V and CN-08T05V
- Connects H730P RAID controller to backplane using dual SFF-8643 A1 B1 links
- SAS 3.0 specification enables 12Gbps high-speed transmission for enterprise storage
- Locking latches on each connector prevent accidental disconnection from rack vibration
- Precisely routed wiring matches original design for collision-free internal routing
Direct Replacement for Dell R730XD
This Mini SAS HD SFF-8643 cable matches OEM part number 8T05V for Dell PowerEdge R730XD servers. It connects the H730P RAID controller to the internal hard drive backplane using the A1 B1 link. The product is built new and intended for enterprise storage maintenance and upgrade tasks.
Locking Latches and Shielded Routing
Each SFF-8643 connector includes a built-in locking latch that prevents accidental disconnection caused by rack vibration. The wiring follows the original OEM layout for collision-free routing inside the R730XD chassis. Internal shielding reduces electromagnetic interference to maintain stable signal integrity during continuous 24/7 operation.
Upgrades Faulty or Missing A1 B1 Links
The cable replaces a damaged or missing A1 B1 connection between the H730P controller and backplane, restoring 12Gbps SAS 3.0 throughput. It is suited for server hardware repair, storage expansion and system reconstruction in data centres. It does not serve configurations that require a different port mapping or external controller connectivity.
Highlights
- Direct replacement for Dell R730XD with OEM part numbers 8T05V and CN-08T05V
- Connects H730P RAID controller to backplane using dual SFF-8643 A1 B1 links
- SAS 3.0 specification enables 12Gbps high-speed transmission for enterprise storage
- Locking latches on each connector prevent accidental disconnection from rack vibration
- Precisely routed wiring matches original design for collision-free internal routing
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
What SAS standard does the SFF-8643 cable support and what speed does it cap at?
The cable complies with SAS 3.0 and supports up to 12Gbps signal transmission.
What physical connectors and locking features does this cable use to fit the R730XD?
Dual Mini SAS HD SFF-8643 connectors with built-in locking latches secure the link to the H730P controller and backplane.
How is the cable installed and which routing step is often missed?
Connect the A1 and B1 ends to the H730P RAID controller and backplane, then follow the OEM wiring layout to avoid hardware collision inside the chassis.
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