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Two-metre cable with SFF-8088 connectors on both ends

Vszerda

Vszerda Mini SAS SFF-8088 Male to Male Cable 2.0M

SKU CH-8ND2-3N7F8

Connects external Mini SAS 26-pin SFF-8088 devices with a 2.0 m cable rated for 3.0 Gbps SAS and SATA compatibility

  • Connect storage arrays with 26-pin SFF-8088 male connectors on both ends
  • Achieve 3.0 Gbps throughput for high-speed data access
  • Extend connections up to 2.0 metres between enclosures
  • Integrate with existing SATA infrastructure through SAS backwards compatibility
  • Secure links using release-ring plugs that prevent accidental disconnection

Connection type and purpose

This cable connects two external Mini SAS SFF-8088 ports with 26-pin male plugs on both ends. It is built for storage arrays and server backplanes that use the SAS interface for high-throughput data access. The 2.0 metre length suits rack-to-rack or enclosure-to-controller links in data-centre environments.

Installation notes and common issues

Each plug includes a release ring that secures the connection; press the ring to remove the cable without damaging the latch. The stiff shielding needed for 3.0 Gigabits per second signal integrity makes tight bends difficult, so plan routing radius before fitting. Misaligned pins or debris in the port are the usual causes of link errors.

Interface practical limits

SAS at 3.0 Gbps per lane sets the maximum throughput for this cable assembly. The interface is backwards compatible with SATA devices, but the link will operate at the lower SATA speed when such drives are attached. Cable length beyond 2.0 metres is not supported by this specific assembly, so longer runs require active extenders or a different cable specification.

Highlights

  • Connect storage arrays with 26-pin SFF-8088 male connectors on both ends
  • Achieve 3.0 Gbps throughput for high-speed data access
  • Extend connections up to 2.0 metres between enclosures
  • Integrate with existing SATA infrastructure through SAS backwards compatibility
  • Secure links using release-ring plugs that prevent accidental disconnection

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How do I verify the 3.0 Gbps link is active after connecting the SFF-8088 plugs?

Check the host controller or RAID card BIOS for a negotiated 3.0 Gbps link speed on each SAS port; the release ring on each 26-pin SFF-8088 connector should click firmly into place when seated correctly.

What comes with the 2.0 m cable and what must I source separately?

The box contains only the Vszerda Mini SAS SFF-8088 male-to-male cable; you must provide compatible SAS or SATA controllers, backplanes or enclosures with SFF-8088 ports.

Which version of this cable should I choose for a 3.0 Gbps SAS link?

This single 2.0 m SFF-8088 male-to-male assembly is rated for 3.0 Gbps Mini SAS; select it when your external ports are 26-pin SFF-8088 and you need a two-metre reach.

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