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Vszerda Slimline SAS SFF-8654 8i 74P to 2× MCIO SFF-8654 4i 38P cable 100cm

SKU CH-83KA-W6ZTN

Connects an 8i 74-pin Slimline SAS controller to two 4i 38-pin MCIO devices with secure locking connectors and EMI shielding

  • TypeSlimline SAS to MCIO
  • ColorMulticolored
  • Length18
  • Connector DetailSlimline Sas to Mcio
  • Terminal GenderMale-to-Male
  • SpecificationsSlimline SAS to MCIO
  • High-speed enterprise SAS transfer via SFF-8654 8i 74P to dual MCIO 4i 38P links
  • Premium shielding cuts EMI and crosstalk in dense server racks
  • Secure locking connectors prevent accidental disconnects during RAID operations
  • Braided construction boosts durability for intensive long-term deployments
  • 100 cm length fits high-density data-centre cable routing

Slimline SAS SFF-8654 8i to Dual MCIO 4i Cable

This 100cm cable bridges a Slimline SAS SFF-8654 8i 74P controller to two MCIO SFF-8654 4i 38P storage devices. It targets administrators wiring high-density enterprise servers and RAID arrays where multi-lane SAS connectivity is required. The male-to-male braided assembly is built for continuous operation in rack environments.

Replaces legacy wide-cable

Upgrading is worthwhile when existing links lack EMI shielding or secure latching, causing signal errors in dense chassis. The 18-lane design with premium shielding and locking connectors eliminates crosstalk and accidental disconnects during drive swaps. It suits migrations to MCIO-based backplanes without changing the controller.

Handles multi-lane SAS traffic for RAID

The 8i to dual 4i split delivers full bandwidth to each attached enclosure, supporting high-throughput storage pools. Headroom exists until aggregate controller or backplane limits are reached, not the cable itself. Builders needing single-port 8i direct-attach or different lane splits should select an alternative assembly.

Highlights

  • High-speed enterprise SAS transfer via SFF-8654 8i 74P to dual MCIO 4i 38P links
  • Premium shielding cuts EMI and crosstalk in dense server racks
  • Secure locking connectors prevent accidental disconnects during RAID operations
  • Braided construction boosts durability for intensive long-term deployments
  • 100 cm length fits high-density data-centre cable routing

Specifications

BrandST-JY
ModelSLSA8654-8I74P-2P54-4I38P
TypeSlimline SAS to MCIO
ColorMulticolored
Length18
Connector DetailSlimline Sas to Mcio
Terminal GenderMale-to-Male
SpecificationsSlimline SAS to MCIO
ShieldingHigh-speed transfer, Secure locking connectors, EMI protection
FeaturesHigh-speed transfer, Secure locking connectors, EMI protection

Questions about this item

Does the 74-pin Slimline SAS SFF-8654 8i connector fit a standard 1U server backplane?

The 74-pin Slimline SAS SFF-8654 8i connector follows the SFF-8654 standard used on enterprise backplanes. Check your backplane pin count and keying against the 8i specification before installation.

How do I seat the locking connectors on the 38-pin MCIO ends without damaging the latch?

Align the 38-pin MCIO SFF-8654 4i plug squarely with the receptacle, push until the locking tab clicks audibly, then pull gently to confirm engagement. Do not force at an angle.

When should I replace this 100cm braided cable in a high-density RAID array?

Replace if the braided jacket shows cuts, the locking tabs no longer click securely, or intermittent link errors appear on the SAS controller logs during heavy I/O.

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