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Black SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i cable splitting to two 4i connectors

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Vszerda SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i to 2xSFF-8654 4i infiniband cable

SKU CH-8S7J-84CE4

SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i cable splits to two 4i connectors for 24 Gbps SAS links at 85-ohm impedance over 1 metre

  • Connector detailsSff-8654 to Sff-8654 8i
  • Connector genderMale-to-Male
  • Cable shieldingHigh Speed
  • Product typeInternal SlimSAS Cable
  • Product colorBlack
  • Overall length1
  • Connect at up to 24 Gbps with 85-ohm impedance
  • Split one 8i port into two 4i connections for flexible drive layouts
  • PCIe 4.0 ready for modern server and workstation backplanes
  • SlimSAS SFF-8654 design saves space inside dense chassis
  • 1 m length fits standard rack and workstation cable routing

Server-to-backplane cable

This one-metre SlimSAS SFF-8654 8i cable splits into two SFF-8654 4i male connectors. It carries SAS traffic at up to 24 Gbps and is compliant with the T10 Serial Attached SCSI standard extended for PCIe 4.0. The 85-ohm impedance and ribbon construction suit servers, workstations and storage arrays that need dense internal routing.

Ribbon layout and space saving

The flat ribbon design reduces bulk compared with round cables, letting it fit in tight drive bays or between expansion cards. Straight-to-straight orientation means no angled bends at the connector, so cable management stays predictable. Black colour coding helps identify the link in a crowded chassis without extra labels.

First-time fit and common snags

Push each male end straight into the female receptacle until the latch clicks; the low-profile body clears most backplane keep-out zones. The main issue is confusing the 8i and 4i ends — verify the port count on the controller and backplane before routing. Excess length can be folded neatly thanks to the ribbon flexibility.

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Price $38.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand name10Gtek
Product typeInternal SlimSAS Cable
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Connector detailsSff-8654 to Sff-8654 8i
Connector genderMale-to-Male
Size & build
Cable shieldingHigh Speed

Questions about this item

Will the SFF-8654 connectors or the 85-ohm ribbon cable need periodic replacement?

The cable is a passive assembly with no moving parts; the SFF-8654 connectors and 85-ohm ribbon construction are rated for the life of the installation unless physically damaged.

What throughput ceiling appears first when the link runs continuously at 24 Gbps?

The 24 Gbps per lane rating and PCIe 4.0 compliance set the sustained bandwidth limit; the 85-ohm impedance and shielding maintain signal integrity at that rate.

Does the 1 m cable generate noticeable heat or draw extra power during all-day operation?

As a passive copper cable it consumes no power and produces no measurable heat; the high-speed shielding simply preserves signal quality without thermal impact.

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