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SlimSAS SFF-8654 74-pin to dual SFF-8087 breakout cable .8 m

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SMUGDESK SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i 74-pin to 2×SFF-8087 SAS cable .8 m 12 Gbps 32 AWG 85 Ω

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Breaks one SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i 74-pin port into two SFF-8087 connections for 12 Gbps SAS and SATA drive expansion with anti-misplug keying and 32 AWG 85 Ω shielding in a .8 m length

  • Single 74-pin SFF-8654 8i port breaks out to dual SFF-8087 ports for multi-drive storage expansion
  • Built-in anti-misplug keying prevents reverse insertion, protecting server hardware from damage
  • 32 AWG low-loss copper wire with strict 85 Ω impedance matching delivers stable 12 Gbps transmission
  • 8 m optimized length enables clean internal routing in rackmount servers and storage backplanes
  • Enterprise-grade shielding minimises crosstalk, compatible with SAS and SATA HDDs, SSDs and RAID controllers

SlimSAS breakout cable for server storage

This cable converts a single SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i 74pin port into two SFF-8087 connections for multi-drive storage expansion. It suits administrators upgrading enterprise servers, NAS units or workstation RAID arrays. Builders who need a different connector type or external cabling should look elsewhere.

12 Gbps bandwidth with 85 Ohm impedance control

The 32AWG copper conductors are manufactured to a strict 85 Ohm impedance specification to maintain signal integrity at 12 Gbps. Heavy-duty shielding reduces crosstalk across both SFF-8087 branches. This electrical profile is the decisive factor for compatibility with 12 Gbps SAS and SATA controllers and backplanes.

Anti-misplug keying prevents reverse insertion

A built-in keying feature physically blocks incorrect orientation, protecting controller and backplane pins during installation. The .8 metre length fits standard rackmount chassis for clean internal routing. Installers should verify the SFF-8654 8i port on the host side before ordering, as this cable does not fit other SlimSAS variants.

Highlights

  • Single 74-pin SFF-8654 8i port breaks out to dual SFF-8087 ports for multi-drive storage expansion
  • Built-in anti-misplug keying prevents reverse insertion, protecting server hardware from damage
  • 32 AWG low-loss copper wire with strict 85 Ω impedance matching delivers stable 12 Gbps transmission
  • 8 m optimized length enables clean internal routing in rackmount servers and storage backplanes
  • Enterprise-grade shielding minimises crosstalk, compatible with SAS and SATA HDDs, SSDs and RAID controllers

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How does the 12 Gbps rating translate when the cable is installed in a server?

Each of the two SFF-8087 branches carries up to 12 Gbps per lane, giving full SAS 3.0 bandwidth to every attached drive or backplane.

What does the SFF-8654 8i 74-pin interface actually limit in practice?

The single 74-pin connector aggregates eight lanes, so total throughput is capped at eight lanes of 12 Gbps shared across the two SFF-8087 outputs.

Will the .8 m length and 32 AWG wire fit a standard 2U rackmount chassis?

The .8 metre length is designed for typical internal routing in rackmount servers and NAS units, and the 32 AWG conductors are flexible enough for tight cable management.

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