The incredible growth of data
in cloud and enterprise datacenters is driving the need for a higher
performance storage interface to improve
the ability of critical applications to access data. Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644) cables
meet this challenge, delivering the necessary performance to enable
the full potential of PCI Express® 3.0-based systems and storage solutions.
Internal and external Mini-SAS HD cables are designed and
built to meet the demanding 12Gb/s SAS-3 performance and density requirements. Available
in 4 channel (4X) and 8 channel (8X)
configurations, Mini-SAS HD connectors (SFF-8644) double the port density of
the original Mini-SAS connectors, while improving signal to noise ratio and
reducing cross-talk.
Mini SAS HD cables are available in passive and active
copper versions, as well as active optical for extended distance applications.
A variety of alternate connector configurations are available, such as:
Mini-SAS HD to Mini-SAS
Mini-SAS HD to QSFP
Mini-SAS HD to SATA x 4
Mini-SAS HD to Mini-SAS HD x 4
Mini-SAS HD to Mini-SAS x 4
Mini-SAS HD to SAS drive x 4
This broad range of cable options ensures
backward-compatibility with all of the SATA and SAS devices currently on the
market.
