SFF-8644 4X plug/ SFF-8088 plug*4

Description

SFF-8644 4X plug/ SFF-8088 plug*4 External Cable Assembly – Mini SAS HD 4x to Mini SAS 4x Fanout Solution for High-Speed Data Systems

The SFF-8644 4X plug to 4× SFF-8088 plug external cable assembly is a high-performance fanout cable designed to split a single Mini SAS HD 4x interface into four Mini SAS 4x channels. Engineered for bandwidth-intensive applications, this cable enables scalable, low-latency connectivity across enterprise storage, data centers, and high-performance computing environments.

Key Features:

• Connector Configuration:
  • SFF-8644 4X plug (Mini SAS HD 4x)
  • 4 × SFF-8088 plugs (Mini SAS 4x)
• Interface Support: Compatible with SAS 2.0/3.0 protocols, supporting up to 6–12 Gbps per lane.
• External Cable Assembly: Designed for rack-to-rack or device-to-device connections in structured cabling environments.
• Wire Gauge Range: Supports AWG 30 to AWG 24, offering flexibility for performance tuning and cable length optimization.
• Controlled Impedance: Maintains a 100-ohm differential impedance, ensuring excellent signal integrity and minimal crosstalk.
• Robust Shielding: Provides superior EMI/RFI protection in high-density, high-speed environments.
• RoHS Compliant: Manufactured in accordance with environmental standards for hazardous substances.

Applications:

• Enterprise Storage Systems: Connects Mini SAS HD host adapters to multiple legacy SAS 4x backplanes or expanders.
• Data Centers: Facilitates high-throughput interconnects between switches, servers, and storage arrays.
• High-Performance Computing (HPC): Enables fanout connectivity from HD interfaces to multiple compute or storage nodes.
• RAID & JBOD Enclosures: Supports multi-drive configurations with reliable signal transmission.
• Industrial & Embedded Systems: Provides scalable external connectivity for mission-critical applications.