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Black OCuLink SFF-8611 4i male-to-male active cable, 50 cm

Vszerda

Vszerda SF-014-HX OCuLink SFF-8611 4i to SFF-8611 Active Cable 50cm

SKU CH-M86E-TJ4EW

Active OCuLink SFF-8611 4i cable links a backplane to a controller at up to 64 Gbps over 50 cm

  • Rated speed64 Gbit/s
  • Connector detailsOculink Pci-e
  • Connector genderMale
  • Conductor typeCopper
  • Product typeOculink cable
  • Product colorBlack
  • Connect internal backplanes to OCuLink controllers
  • Active latch secures SFF-8611 male connectors firmly
  • 64 Gbps bandwidth supports PCI Express 4.0 speeds
  • 50 cm length fits tight server chassis builds
  • Copper conductors deliver reliable high-speed data transfer

Internal OCuLink SFF-8611 4i Cable

This 50 cm active cable carries a male SFF-8611 connector on each end and is built for internal device links such as a backplane to a controller. It serves builders who need a short, high-speed PCIe 4.0 connection inside a chassis. Buyers who require an external port or a different connector family cannot use this cable.

Practical limits of the OCuLink interface

The link tops out at 64 Gbps and supports PCI Express 4.0 signalling over copper conductors. A free OCuLink interface on both host and target is mandatory; the cable adds no protocol conversion or signal regeneration beyond its active circuitry. Systems without native OCuLink ports will need a compatible adapter or controller before this cable can function.

Installation notes

The 0.5 metre length restricts routing to tightly spaced components, so measure the path between connectors before ordering. Active latches on both plugs lock securely, yet the short reach can make engagement awkward in crowded drive cages. Ensure each latch clicks fully; a partially seated connector is the most common cause of link errors or device non-detection.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameVszerda
Model nameSF-014-HX
Product typeOculink cable
Product colorBlack
Performance
Rated speed64 Gbit/s
Ports & slots
Connector detailsOculink Pci-e
Connector genderMale
Size & build
Overall length0.5 m
Conductor typeCopper

Questions about this item

Which length should I choose for my build?

The cable is 50 cm long, suited for short internal runs between a backplane and a controller.

What does 64 Gbps mean for actual throughput?

64 Gbps is the aggregate signalling rate across four PCIe 4.0 lanes, giving roughly 8 GB/s of usable bandwidth per direction.

Does the SFF-8611 connector limit the link to PCIe 3.0?

No — the SFF-8611 4i interface carries four PCIe 4.0 lanes, so the cable supports the full 64 Gbps rate.

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