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Black flat cable with SFF-8088 and SFF-8643 connectors

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK Mini SAS HD SFF8088 to SFF8643 Cable 28AWG 6Gbps 1m

SKU CH-TQ53-X4BXA

Connects SFF8088 Mini SAS to SFF8643 Mini SAS HD ports for 6Gbps cross-chassis server and storage expansion using 28AWG copper wire

  • Connects SFF8088 to SFF8643 for cross-chassis server links
  • Delivers 6Gbps SAS bandwidth for storage expansion and JBOD arrays
  • 28AWG copper wiring ensures low signal attenuation and reliable performance
  • Flat black connector design saves rack space and eases cable routing
  • One-metre length bridges servers, RAID controllers and external storage

Server storage interconnect cable

The SMUGDESK Mini SAS HD cable links SFF8088 and SFF8643 ports for cross-chassis server connections. It suits administrators expanding JBOD enclosures or stacking storage servers in rack environments. The one-metre reach covers typical distances between RAID controllers and external drive shelves. Buyers needing longer runs or different port types should look elsewhere.

Thermals noise and power draw

Passive copper construction adds no active cooling requirement and generates zero acoustic noise. The 28AWG conductors keep signal attenuation low across the link without drawing extra power from the host. Normal operation stays within standard SAS bus power limits. No fan headers or external power adapters are involved.

Bundled accessories and software impact

The package contains only the cable itself; no brackets, screws or configuration utilities are included. Immediate deployment is possible because the SAS interface requires no driver installation on supported controllers. The flat black connector profile eases cable management in dense racks without extra routing hardware. No firmware updates or licensing steps apply.

Highlights

  • Connects SFF8088 to SFF8643 for cross-chassis server links
  • Delivers 6Gbps SAS bandwidth for storage expansion and JBOD arrays
  • 28AWG copper wiring ensures low signal attenuation and reliable performance
  • Flat black connector design saves rack space and eases cable routing
  • One-metre length bridges servers, RAID controllers and external storage

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How do I connect the SFF8088 end to the SFF8643 port without damaging the latch?

Align the flat black connector with the SFF8088 receptacle and press straight in until the latch clicks; forcing it at an angle bends the internal pins and breaks the latch.

What part of the 28AWG cable wears out first and needs checking?

The copper conductors inside the 28AWG wire degrade from repeated bending near the connector boots, so inspect those strain points for intermittent signal loss.

At what throughput does the 6Gbps link saturate during continuous RAID rebuilds?

Sustained sequential transfers above roughly 6Gbps saturate the channel, causing the controller to throttle and rebuild times to lengthen.

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