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Thin black cable with silver SFF-8643 and SFF-8087 connectors, 0.5m length

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK Mini SAS HD Cable SFF-8643 to SFF-8087 .5m 1.6ft

SKU CH-DDYP-7GYTD

Connects RAID controllers to backplanes with .5 m SFF-8643 to SFF-8087 SAS cable

  • Connect RAID controller to backplane via SFF-8643 to SFF-8087 interface
  • Compact .5m length keeps internal server wiring tidy
  • High-purity conductors minimise signal loss for stable SAS data transfer
  • Multi-layer shielding resists electromagnetic interference to prevent transmission errors
  • Locking latch connectors ensure secure plug-and-play connection in vibration-prone chassis

Interface and length

This cable connects a Mini SAS HD SFF-8643 port to a standard SFF-8087 port over a 0.5 metre length. It is built for internal server, NAS or storage array wiring where a compact link between RAID controller and backplane is required.

Suited builds and limits

Installers who need a short, shielded SAS link with locking latches for vibration-prone chassis will find it suitable. It does not serve connections requiring SFF-8643 on both ends, nor does it support longer runs beyond the supplied length.

Build integration

The moulded connectors snap securely into controller cards and backplanes, reducing loose cables that block airflow. High-purity conductors and multi-layer shielding preserve signal quality under heavy storage loads, freeing the builder from signal-integrity troubleshooting.

How it compares

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Price $12.99
Cheaper than about 90% of the 1,224 comparable items (median $26.99).

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Specifications

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Questions about this item

What RAID controller connector do I need to plug this SFF-8643 end into?

The cable's SFF-8643 male connector attaches directly to a RAID controller card that provides a Mini SAS HD (SFF-8643) port.

Will this .5m cable reach from a full-height controller to a front backplane in a 4U server?

At 1.6ft the cable is designed for tight internal routing; measure your chassis path to confirm the short length spans the distance without strain.

How can I verify the SAS link is running without errors after I connect it?

Check the RAID controller BIOS or OS utility for clean link negotiation, zero CRC errors and the expected drive capacity on the backplane.

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