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Two short cables each with one Mini SAS HD plug splitting to four locking SATA connectors

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK 2 Pack 0.5M SFF-8643 Mini SAS HD to 4 SATA Forward Breakout Cable

SKU CH-QVDC-DHFF9

Two 0.5m forward breakout cables split one SFF-8643 Mini SAS HD port into four SATA III 6Gbps channels for 2.5 and 3.5 drives

  • Connect four SATA drives from one controller port
  • 5 m length keeps tight chassis airflow clear
  • Double foil plus braid shield preserves 6 Gbps per lane
  • Locking SATA latches resist vibration in 24/7 operation
  • Two cables per pack for multi-array builds

Compact dual-cable kit

This pack contains two 0.5-metre internal forward breakout cables that connect a single SFF-8643 Mini SAS HD host port to four SATA III 6Gbps drives. The short 1.6-foot length keeps wiring tidy inside compact server, NAS or workstation chassis. Multi-layer shielding and oxygen-free copper cores preserve full signal integrity on every branch. Numbered locking SATA plugs simplify drive identification and improve airflow.

Suits dense multi-drive builds

Builders expanding a RAID controller or HBA with up to eight SATA SSDs or 3.5-inch mechanical drives will appreciate the space-saving fanout design. The forward breakout wiring works only on host controller ports, so it cannot be used for backplane or expander connections. Installers needing longer runs or reverse breakout orientation should look at alternative cable types.

Fits straight into a host port

Plug the SFF-8643 end directly into a compatible RAID card, HBA or motherboard header; the four SATA tails attach to 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch drives without adapters. Locking latches resist vibration in 24/7 operation, while the short reach eliminates slack that blocks cooling. Each cable delivers four independent 6Gbps channels, freeing additional controller ports for further expansion.

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Price $21.99
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Specifications

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Questions about this item

Do I need a RAID controller or HBA with an SFF-8643 port to use this cable?

Yes, the host side plugs directly into a RAID controller, HBA host adapter or server motherboard equipped with an SFF-8643 Mini SAS HD interface.

Will the cable run at full speed with my older 3Gbps SATA hard drives?

Each branch sustains 6Gbps SATA III signalling, so 3Gbps drives operate at their native rate without bottleneck.

How can I confirm every drive is recognised after I connect the four SATA plugs?

Check the RAID controller BIOS or operating system disk utility; all four attached SSDs or mechanical drives should appear as separate volumes.

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