SMUGDESK
SMUGDESK Mini SAS HD SFF8087 to SFF8088 Converter Cable 28AWG 1M
Converts internal SFF8087 to external SFF8088 for SAS storage expansion at 6Gbps with 28AWG copper over 39.37in
- Converts internal SFF8087 to external SFF8088 for cross-system storage expansion
- 28AWG copper conductors ensure low-loss, stable high-speed signal transmission
- Supports up to 6Gbps bandwidth for server RAID, HDD, SSD and external enclosures
- 1-metre length enables flexible internal-external routing for rackmount servers and NAS
- Rugged harness with anti-interference shielding built for enterprise-level durability
Internal-to-external SAS converter
This SMUGDESK cable converts an internal Mini SAS HD SFF8087 port to an external SFF8088 interface, letting a server or workstation connect to an outside storage enclosure. It is built for administrators who need to extend a RAID array, attach a JBOD shelf or link a NAS appliance without replacing the host controller. The 28AWG copper conductors keep signal loss low across the link.
6 Gbps bandwidth ceiling
The assembly is rated for up to 6 Gbps per lane, so total throughput depends on the controller and the number of active lanes in the SFF8087 source. Longer runs or additional adapters in the chain can reduce the practical ceiling below that figure. Cable length is fixed at 1 metre (39.37 in), which limits placement flexibility in larger racks.
Straightforward rack routing
The harness is stiff enough to hold a routed path yet pliable enough to thread through standard cable-management arms. The main installation risk is exceeding the minimum bend radius when dressing the cable behind a dense backplane, which can degrade the 6 Gbps signal. No drivers or configuration are required; the link trains automatically once both ends are seated.
Highlights
- Converts internal SFF8087 to external SFF8088 for cross-system storage expansion
- 28AWG copper conductors ensure low-loss, stable high-speed signal transmission
- Supports up to 6Gbps bandwidth for server RAID, HDD, SSD and external enclosures
- 1-metre length enables flexible internal-external routing for rackmount servers and NAS
- Rugged harness with anti-interference shielding built for enterprise-level durability
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
Should I pick the 28AWG version or a different gauge for my server rack?
The 28AWG copper conductors provide low-loss signal transmission at 6Gbps, making this gauge suitable for standard server-to-enclosure links up to one metre.
What does the 6Gbps rating deliver when the cable is installed in a live RAID array?
It supports full 6Gbps SAS bandwidth across the link, so each connected drive or enclosure can sustain its rated throughput without cable-induced bottlenecks.
How does the SFF8087 to SFF8088 interface affect what I can connect?
The cable bridges an internal SFF8087 Mini SAS port to an external SFF8088 port, letting you attach external storage enclosures directly to an internal RAID controller or HBA.
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