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Internal Mini SAS HD SFF-8643 cable splitting to four right-angle SATA connectors, 0.5 metre length

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SMUGDESK SFF-8643 to 4 Right Angle SATA Cable with Sideband .5m 12Gbps

SKU CH-29EC-96P0E

Connects a SFF-8643 port to four right-angle SATA drives with sideband signals for RAID status and hot-swap support at up to 12Gbps

  • Sideband wiring enables drive status monitoring and hot-swap on RAID controllers
  • Supports 12Gbps SAS and backward compatible with 6Gbps SATA drives
  • Right-angle SATA connectors save space and prevent cable damage in tight chassis
  • 5m length keeps internal wiring tidy inside server enclosures
  • Shielded construction maintains stable high-speed transmission for RAID and NAS systems

Host Interface and Drive Support

This cable connects a Mini SAS HD SFF-8643 port on a RAID controller or motherboard to four SATA or SAS hard drives and SSDs. It handles 12Gbps SAS devices and remains backward compatible with 6Gbps SAS and SATA drives for mixed storage arrays.

Installers Who Need Sideband and Right-Angle Fit

The built-in sideband wiring enables drive status LEDs, fault alarms and hot-swap management on compatible RAID cards, while right-angle SATA plugs prevent sharp bends in tight server chassis. Buyers whose controller lacks sideband support or whose drives use straight connectors only will not benefit from these features.

Deciding Specification: SFF-8643 Host Port

The single detail that determines fit is the host-side connector: it must be an SFF-8643 Mini SAS HD interface. If the controller presents any other port type, this cable cannot be used and a different assembly is required.

Highlights

  • Sideband wiring enables drive status monitoring and hot-swap on RAID controllers
  • Supports 12Gbps SAS and backward compatible with 6Gbps SATA drives
  • Right-angle SATA connectors save space and prevent cable damage in tight chassis
  • 5m length keeps internal wiring tidy inside server enclosures
  • Shielded construction maintains stable high-speed transmission for RAID and NAS systems

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How do I verify the cable is functioning correctly after connecting it to my RAID controller?

The RAID controller should detect each attached drive, report its status and temperature through the sideband lines, and allow hot-swap operations without errors.

What is included in the package and do I need any additional parts?

The package contains the SFF-8643 to four right-angle SATA cable; you must supply the RAID controller with an SFF-8643 port and the SAS or SATA drives.

Which version of this cable should I select for a 12Gbps SAS drive array?

Choose this 0.5 metre cable; it supports 12Gbps SAS and is backward compatible with 6Gbps SAS and SATA devices.

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