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Vszerda SFF-8643 to 4 SATA breakout cable 3.3ft

SKU CH-8Q50-JAVVJ

Connects a single SFF-8643 Mini-SAS HD port to four SATA drives at 6 Gb/s per lane using 30 AWG braided cable with locking latches

  • TypeMini-SAS Cables
  • ColorBlack, Blue
  • Length3.3
  • Speed6 gigabits_per_second
  • ConductorCopper
  • Featuressff-8643 to sata, sff-8643 to sata, mini sas hd to sata
  • Connects one SFF-8643 controller to four SATA drives
  • 6 Gbps per drive for reliable data transfer
  • Locking latches on both ends secure the link
  • Thin 30 AWG braided cable simplifies routing inside the case
  • 3 ft length suits short and long chassis builds

SFF-8643 breakout for four SATA drives

This 3.3ft cable splits a single internal Mini-SAS HD SFF-8643 male connector into four SATA 7-pin female ports. It links a 12Gbps SAS HBA or RAID controller to up to four SATA hard drives or SSDs. Each lane runs at 6Gbps. The 30 AWG conductors are copper and wrapped in a braided sleeve for easier routing.

Replaces bulky multi-cable looms

One SFF-8643 host port replaces four separate SATA cables from the controller, cutting clutter inside dense chassis. The forward breakout design is intended for controller-to-drive connections, not backplane-to-backplane links. Locking latches on both ends prevent accidental unseat during drive swaps or vibration.

Suits storage builders using SAS controllers

Ideal for DIY NAS or server builds that need to fan out a high-density SAS port to discrete SATA targets. Not for setups that require a Mini-SAS HD receptacle on the backplane side. Buyers needing longer runs or different breakout counts should look at other lengths or pin-outs.

Highlights

  • Connects one SFF-8643 controller to four SATA drives
  • 6 Gbps per drive for reliable data transfer
  • Locking latches on both ends secure the link
  • Thin 30 AWG braided cable simplifies routing inside the case
  • 3 ft length suits short and long chassis builds

Specifications

BrandADCAUDX
ModelHD MINISAS-004
TypeMini-SAS Cables
ColorBlack, Blue
Length3.3
Speed6 gigabits_per_second
ConductorCopper
Featuressff-8643 to sata, sff-8643 to sata, mini sas hd to sata

Questions about this item

How much clearance does the SFF-8643 connector with its locking latch need behind the controller?

The SFF-8643 male plug includes a locking latch that adds depth; allow extra space behind the RAID controller or motherboard port so the latch can engage fully without pressing against the chassis wall.

Which end do I plug in first when installing this breakout cable?

Connect the SFF-8643 male host end to the controller or motherboard first, listening for the latch click, then attach the four SATA 7-pin female plugs to the drives or backplane.

When should I replace the cable if I rebuild the array with new drives?

Replace the cable if the 30 AWG conductors show kinks, the braided sheath is frayed, or the locking latches on either the SFF-8643 or SATA ends no longer snap securely.

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