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Black flat cable with SFF8088 and SFF8643 SAS connectors

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK Mini SAS HD SFF8088 to SFF8643 Cable 28AWG 3M

SKU CH-DSQN-35M39

Connects external SFF8088 to internal SFF8643 SAS ports for 6Gbps storage links using 28AWG copper over three metres

  • Connect external SFF8088 to internal SFF8643 for flexible server deployment
  • Stable 6Gbps bandwidth supports SAS HDDs, SSDs and RAID controllers
  • 28AWG pure copper wire delivers low-loss signal and long-term durability
  • Black flat connector design saves space and improves rack cable management
  • Three-meter length meets long-distance internal and external wiring needs

Server-to-enclosure link

This Mini SAS HD cable bridges an external SFF8088 port to an internal SFF8643 port, letting administrators connect JBOD enclosures or external RAID shelves directly to a server backplane. It suits data-centre technicians who need a single cable for rack-to-rack or rack-to-internal wiring without intermediary adapters. The 3-meter reach covers typical cabinet depths while the flat connector profile keeps cable trays tidy.

6 Gbps SAS bandwidth

The assembly is rated for 6 Gbps SAS signalling, the decisive figure that determines whether the link can sustain full drive throughput across the 28 AWG copper conductors. If the host controller or attached drives operate at a higher signalling rate, this cable will become the bottleneck, so verify the endpoint speeds before deployment. No other speed rating applies to this part.

Steady throughput over distance

With 28 AWG pure copper conductors the cable maintains the rated 6 Gbps signal integrity across the full 3-meter run, avoiding the error-rate climb that thinner wires exhibit on long hauls. The flat connector housing reduces bend stress at the port, helping sustained reliability in vibration-prone rack environments. Expect consistent bandwidth during prolonged array rebuilds or continuous streaming workloads.

Highlights

  • Connect external SFF8088 to internal SFF8643 for flexible server deployment
  • Stable 6Gbps bandwidth supports SAS HDDs, SSDs and RAID controllers
  • 28AWG pure copper wire delivers low-loss signal and long-term durability
  • Black flat connector design saves space and improves rack cable management
  • Three-meter length meets long-distance internal and external wiring needs

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What does the 6Gbps rating mean for my storage array?

It provides a stable 6Gbps bandwidth ceiling for SAS HDDs, SSDs and RAID controllers connected through this cable.

Which SAS interface standards do the SFF8088 and SFF8643 connectors follow?

The SFF8088 is an external Mini SAS HD port and the SFF8643 is an internal Mini SAS HD port; together they bridge external and internal SAS channels.

How much clearance does the flat black connector need inside a rackmount server?

The low-profile flat design saves space and improves cable management, fitting tight internal routing paths in rackmount chassis.

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