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QSFP 40G SFF8436 to MiniSAS HD SFF8088 cable, 28AWG, 3 meter length

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SMUGDESK QSFP 40G SFF8436 to MiniSAS HD SFF8088 Cable 28AWG 3M

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Connects QSFP 40G SFF8436 to MiniSAS HD SFF8088 for NetApp DS4243 and DS4246 storage shelves using 28AWG copper over three metres

  • Converts QSFP 40G SFF8436 to MiniSAS HD SFF8088 for enterprise storage links
  • Precisely compatible with NetApp DS4243 and DS4246 disk shelves
  • 28AWG pure copper conductors deliver low-loss high-bandwidth data transmission
  • 3-metre length enables long-distance rackmount wiring in data centres
  • Rugged industrial-grade build ensures reliable long-term operation in server environments

NetApp DS4243 and DS4246 Connectivity

This cable converts a QSFP 40G SFF8436 port to a MiniSAS HD SFF8088 interface for direct attachment of NetApp DS4243 and DS4246 disk shelves. It targets administrators expanding enterprise storage arrays or building backup infrastructure that relies on SAS links between controllers and shelves.

Verify Controller and Shelf Port Types

Confirm the storage controller exposes a QSFP 40G SFF8436 receptacle and the target shelf presents a MiniSAS HD SFF8088 connector before ordering. The 3 metre reach suits typical rack-to-rack runs, but measure the actual cable path to avoid tension or sharp bends that could degrade signal integrity.

Sustained Enterprise Workload Stability

28AWG pure copper conductors maintain low-loss transmission during continuous high-bandwidth operations such as volume replication or large sequential backups. The rugged industrial-grade construction resists temperature cycling and vibration in densely populated racks, preserving link reliability over extended duty cycles rather than brief test bursts.

Highlights

  • Converts QSFP 40G SFF8436 to MiniSAS HD SFF8088 for enterprise storage links
  • Precisely compatible with NetApp DS4243 and DS4246 disk shelves
  • 28AWG pure copper conductors deliver low-loss high-bandwidth data transmission
  • 3-metre length enables long-distance rackmount wiring in data centres
  • Rugged industrial-grade build ensures reliable long-term operation in server environments

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the cable ship with any adapters or mounting hardware, or must those be purchased separately?

The cable is a single QSFP 40G SFF8436 to MiniSAS HD SFF8088 assembly; no additional adapters or mounting hardware are included.

Which NetApp disk shelves is this 3 metre cable validated for?

It is precisely compatible with NetApp DS4243 and DS4246 disk shelves and matching storage controller systems.

What throughput can I expect when the cable connects a server to a DS4246 shelf?

The 28AWG copper construction supports 40G SAS links for stable highspeed data transfer between the server and the shelf.

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