Description
SFF-8470 4X plug SAS 4x to 4× SFP+ External Cable Assembly – High-Speed Fanout for Storage and Networking Integration
The SFF-8470 to 4× SFF-8432 external cable assembly is a high-performance breakout solution designed to connect legacy SAS 4x interfaces to multiple SFP+ ports, enabling seamless integration between storage systems and Ethernet-based networking equipment. Built to SFF-8470 and SFF-8432 specifications, this cable supports up to 40Gbps aggregate bandwidth across four lanes, making it ideal for hybrid deployments in data centers, enterprise networks, and HPC environments.
⚙️ Key Features
- Connector Configuration:
- SFF-8470 plug (SAS 4x) to 4 × SFF-8432 plugs (SFP+)
- Enables fanout from a single SAS interface to four independent 10G SFP+ channels
- Signal Integrity:
- Supports up to 10Gbps per channel
- Maintains 100-ohm differential impedance for stable high-speed transmission
- Wire Gauge Options:
- Available in 30AWG to 24AWG, offering a balance between flexibility, durability, and low insertion loss
- Robust Shielding:
- Provides excellent EMI/RFI protection for consistent performance in dense rack environments
- Hot-Pluggable Design:
- Facilitates easy installation and replacement without system downtime
- RoHS Compliant:
- Manufactured in accordance with global environmental and safety standards
🧩 Applications
- Enterprise Storage Systems: Connects SAS-based controllers or expanders to multiple SFP+ switch or NIC ports
- Data Centers: Enables hybrid interconnects between legacy SAS infrastructure and modern Ethernet fabrics
- High-Performance Computing (HPC): Supports multi-channel connectivity for compute clusters and storage fabrics
- Protocol Bridging: Ideal for environments transitioning from SAS to SFP+ Ethernet or Fibre Channel systems
- OEM & ODM Integration: Suitable for custom system builds requiring breakout configurations and high-speed performance
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