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SMUGDESK SFF-8654 4i 38pin Slimline SAS 4.0 Cable 40cm

SKU CH-XW3Y-JY30J

A 40cm SFF-8654 38pin Slimline SAS 4.0 cable connects host adapters to drive backplanes for NVMe SSD and SAS storage with secure locking connectors

  • Direct host-to-target link via SFF-8654 4i 38pin
  • Slimline SAS 4.0 compliance ensures NVMe and SAS signal stability
  • Compact high-density connector reduces internal wiring bulk
  • 40cm length enables tidy routing in rackmount servers
  • Precision locking latches prevent accidental disconnection under load

Purpose & Audience

This SFF-8654 4i 38pin Slimline SAS 4.0 cable links host adapters or RAID controllers to drive backplanes in enterprise servers, workstations and NAS storage systems. It is built for high-throughput NVMe workloads and continuous RAID operations where signal stability matters.

Compatibility Check

Verify that both endpoints use the SFF-8654 38-pin Slim SAS interface and expect a straight-through Host-to-Target pinout. Confirm the 40cm reach suits the internal routing path between your controller and backplane without strain.

Build Integration

The compact high-density connector reduces internal wiring bulk and improves airflow inside dense chassis. Precision locking latches prevent accidental disconnection under vibration. The short length eliminates excess slack, keeping cable management neat and freeing space for other components.

Highlights

  • Direct host-to-target link via SFF-8654 4i 38pin
  • Slimline SAS 4.0 compliance ensures NVMe and SAS signal stability
  • Compact high-density connector reduces internal wiring bulk
  • 40cm length enables tidy routing in rackmount servers
  • Precision locking latches prevent accidental disconnection under load

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the 40 cm SFF-8654 4i 38pin cable ship with any adapters or brackets, or do I need to buy them separately?

The cable is supplied as a single Host-to-Target assembly with locking SFF-8654 connectors on both ends; no adapters, brackets or additional hardware are included.

How do I decide between this 40 cm Slimline SAS 4.0 cable and a longer or shorter version for my server build?

Choose the 40 cm length when the host adapter and backplane are in the same chassis and you want minimal slack for tidy routing and maximum airflow in a dense rackmount or workstation.

What does the Slimline SAS 4.0 rating mean for real-world NVMe SSD throughput in a RAID array?

The 4.0 specification supports multi-lane high-speed signalling with controlled impedance, delivering consistent bandwidth and low latency during sustained NVMe RAID workloads and continuous backup operations.

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