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Blue SAS cable with SFF-8643 and SFF-8087 connectors, 3.2ft length

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK SFF-8643 to SFF-8087 SAS cable 3.2ft

SKU CH-KDGV-D1CVZ

Connects modern SAS 3.0 controllers to legacy SFF-8087 backplanes at up to 12Gbps over a 3.2ft shielded cable with locking latches

  • 12Gbps throughput with SAS 3.0 compliance
  • Connects SFF-8643 controllers to SFF-8087 backplanes
  • Double shielding reduces crosstalk and interference
  • Locking latch connectors prevent accidental disconnection
  • 2ft length suits internal server routing

Bridge cable for SAS 3.0 upgrades

This SMUGDESK cable connects a modern SFF-8643 Mini SAS HD controller to a legacy SFF-8087 backplane. It lets server administrators add new SAS 3.0 host bus adapters without replacing existing drive enclosures. The 3.2ft length suits typical internal chassis routing between RAID cards and drive cages.

Shielded construction for signal integrity

Double shielding suppresses crosstalk and electromagnetic interference inside dense server racks. The cable complies with the SAS 3.0 standard and supports up to 12Gbps transmission while remaining backward compatible with 6Gbps SAS and SATA links. Locking latches on both connectors prevent accidental disconnection from vibration.

Sustained throughput under heavy load

Reinforced strain relief protects internal conductors during repeated routing adjustments in live environments. The design maintains consistent data throughput during continuous operations such as database reads, file serving and mass storage workloads. Built for long-term server continuous operation without signal degradation.

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Price $16.99
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Specifications

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Questions about this item

How do I install the SFF-8643 to SFF-8087 cable and what step is often missed?

Align each connector with its port, push straight in until the built-in locking latch clicks, then tug gently to confirm the latch has engaged before routing the cable.

What maintenance or replacement will this cable need later?

Inspect the latch clips and strain-relief boots during any server maintenance; replace the cable if a clip is cracked or the jacket shows kinks from repeated bending.

What limit appears first under sustained heavy use?

The 12Gbps SAS 3.0 bandwidth ceiling is reached before the 3.2ft length introduces measurable signal loss, so the interface speed caps throughput first.

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