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Slim SAS SFF-8654 4i to 4i cable, 38-pin, 50cm length

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SMUGDESK Slim SAS SFF-8654 4i to 4i Cable 38-Pin 12/24Gbps 50cm

SKU CH-H1PJ-Q9R1J

A 38-pin SFF-8654 Slim SAS cable linking NVMe and RAID devices at 12 or 24 Gbps inside 50 cm server chassis

  • Direct SFF-8654 4i-to-4i link for internal server storage
  • Dual-speed 12Gbps and 24Gbps bandwidth for NVMe and RAID systems
  • Compact 50cm length enables tidy routing in slim chassis
  • High-quality copper conductors minimize signal loss
  • Server-grade anti-interference shielding for array card-to-backplane wiring

Server storage interconnect

This Slim SAS cable provides a direct SFF-8654 4i to 4i link with 38-pin connectors for internal server storage. It supports dual-speed 12 and 24 Gbps bandwidth suited to NVMe SSDs, RAID controllers and storage backplanes. The 50 cm length enables tidy short-range routing inside slim or low-profile chassis. Premium copper conductors and server-grade shielding maintain signal integrity for high-density deployments.

Upgrade from older SAS cables

The cable replaces legacy wide SAS or earlier Slim SAS assemblies that cannot sustain 24 Gbps throughput. The jump is worthwhile when moving to newer NVMe or RAID hardware that demands the higher signalling rate and denser 38-pin connector footprint. It also supersedes longer cables where excess slack impedes airflow in compact servers. Builders staying with 12 Gbps-only equipment or requiring extended reach beyond 50 cm will not benefit from this specific link.

Sustained-load behaviour

Under continuous heavy I/O the copper conductors and anti-interference shielding keep crosstalk low and signal integrity stable across the full 50 cm run. The dual-speed rating means the link negotiates 24 Gbps where both ends support it, avoiding throttling during prolonged NVMe or RAID array workloads. Short length and tight shielding reduce latency variance compared with longer or lesser-shielded alternatives in dense backplane wiring.

Highlights

  • Direct SFF-8654 4i-to-4i link for internal server storage
  • Dual-speed 12Gbps and 24Gbps bandwidth for NVMe and RAID systems
  • Compact 50cm length enables tidy routing in slim chassis
  • High-quality copper conductors minimize signal loss
  • Server-grade anti-interference shielding for array card-to-backplane wiring

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What connector and pin count does this Slim SAS cable use for internal server links?

The cable has 38-pin SFF-8654 4i male connectors on both ends for direct internal storage connections.

How do you install the cable, and which step is commonly missed?

Align the keyed SFF-8654 4i plugs with the controller and backplane ports, then press firmly until the latch clicks; the step often missed is verifying the latch is fully engaged.

What upkeep or replacement should be planned for this interconnect?

Inspect the shielding and connectors during server maintenance cycles; replace the cable if the shielding shows wear or if 12/24Gbps signal errors appear.

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