Description
SFF-8470 4X plug / QSFP SFF 8436 Plug External Cable Assembly – High-Speed SAS to Ethernet Interconnect for Hybrid Systems
The SFF-8470 4X plug / QSFP SFF 8436 Plug External Cable Assembly is a robust, high-performance solution designed to bridge SAS 4x interfaces with QSFP+ ports, enabling seamless connectivity between storage systems and high-speed networking equipment. Engineered for precision impedance control and signal integrity, this cable supports data-intensive applications across enterprise, cloud, and HPC environments.
⚙️ Key Features
- Connector Configuration:
- SFF-8470 4X plug (SAS interface) to SFF-8436 QSFP+ plug
- Enables hybrid connectivity between legacy SAS devices and modern QSFP+ infrastructure
- Signal Integrity:
- Maintains 100-ohm differential impedance for stable high-speed transmission
- Supports up to 40Gbps aggregate bandwidth across four lanes
- Wire Gauge Options:
- Available in 32AWG to 24AWG, offering flexibility, durability, and optimized insertion loss
- Robust Shielding:
- Provides excellent EMI/RFI protection for reliable performance in dense rack environments
- Hot-Pluggable Design:
- Facilitates easy deployment and replacement in live systems
- RoHS Compliant:
- Manufactured in accordance with global environmental and safety standards
🧩 Applications
- Enterprise Storage Systems: Connects SAS-based controllers or enclosures to QSFP+ switches or host adapters
- Data Centers: Enables hybrid interconnects between legacy storage and high-speed Ethernet fabrics
- High-Performance Computing (HPC): Supports multi-protocol routing for compute clusters and accelerator nodes
- OEM & ODM Integration: Ideal for custom system builds requiring SAS-to-QSFP+ compatibility and scalable cable lengths
- Protocol Bridging: Useful in environments transitioning from SAS infrastructure to Ethernet-based networking
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