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Flat 32AWG ribbon cable with SFF-8654 8i male connectors on both ends, .5 m length

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Vszerda SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i cable 0.5 m 24 Gbps

SKU CH-M8ED-3MTCH

Connects SAS storage with 24 Gbps PCIe 4.0 bandwidth, 85-ohm impedance and 74-pin density in a 0.5 m 32AWG ribbon cable

  • Rated speed24 Gbit/s
  • Connector count74
  • Connector detailsSff-8654 to Sff-8654 8i
  • Connector genderMale-to-Male
  • Cable shieldingHigh Speed
  • Product typeSFF-8654 to SFF-8654
  • 24 Gbps bandwidth supports PCIe 4.0 for high-performance servers
  • 85-ohm impedance with 74-pin design minimises signal loss and crosstalk
  • 32AWG ribbon cable enables easy routing in tight spaces
  • T10/SCSI compliance ensures stability with major OEM storage solutions
  • 5 m length suits compact high-density server deployments

Vszerda SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i cable 0.5 m 24 Gbps

This Vszerda SlimSAS cable connects two SFF-8654 8i ports at 24 Gbps over a 0.5 m length. It is built for servers, storage arrays and high-performance computing clusters that need PCIe 4.0 bandwidth with low latency. The 74-pin male-to-male design suits dense backplane and direct-attach topologies. Buyers who need longer runs or different connector types should look elsewhere.

Installation and common issues

The 32 AWG ribbon construction makes the cable flexible for routing in tight chassis spaces. Unshielded connectors keep the profile slim but require care to avoid snagging on adjacent components during insertion. Misaligned pins are the most frequent cause of link errors; verify orientation before applying force. Do not exceed the minimum bend radius or the 85-ohm impedance may be compromised.

Pre-order checklist

Confirm that both endpoints present SFF-8654 8i receptacles and support 24 Gbps PCIe 4.0 signalling. Check that the 0.5 m reach matches your rack or shelf layout without tension. Ensure the host controller and backplane firmware are current for T10/SCSI compliance. Systems requiring shielded cables or alternative pinouts are not compatible with this model.

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Price $30.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand name10Gtek
Product typeSFF-8654 to SFF-8654
Performance
Rated speed24 Gbit/s
Ports & slots
Connector count74
Connector detailsSff-8654 to Sff-8654 8i
Connector genderMale-to-Male
Size & build
Cable shieldingHigh Speed

Questions about this item

How do I confirm the 24 Gbps link is active after installing the SFF-8654 8i cable?

Check the host controller or HBA management utility for a negotiated speed of 24 Gbps on each of the 8 lanes; the 85-ohm impedance and 74-pin design should report zero errors under load.

What comes in the box and what must I source separately?

The package contains the 0.5 m SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i male-to-male cable only; you must provide compatible backplanes, HBAs or RAID controllers with SFF-8654 ports.

Which length should I choose for a 1 U server chassis?

The 0.5 m (1.64 ft) 32 AWG ribbon cable is sized for short intra-chassis runs; select a longer variant only if the routing distance exceeds half a metre.

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