StarTech.com 1m Internal Mini SAS HD Cable SFF-8087 to SFF-8643 12Gbps SAS87431M
The StarTech.com SAS87431M is a 1-meter internal Mini SAS HD cable engineered to connect SAS/SATA controllers to backplanes, supporting 12Gbps SAS and 6Gbps SATA drives for high-performance storage solutions.
- High-Speed Data Transfer: Supports 12Gbps SAS and 6Gbps SATA drives, enabling rapid data access and minimizing latency for critical business applications.
- Reliable Connectivity: Features SFF-8087 to SFF-8643 connectors, ensuring secure and stable connections between storage controllers and backplanes.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Provides a direct connection for SAS/SATA adapters to backplanes, reducing complexity and overall infrastructure costs.
- Guaranteed Durability: Backed by StarTech.com's lifetime warranty, ensuring long-term reliability and reducing the need for frequent replacements.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com SAS87431M is a 1-meter internal Mini SAS HD cable designed to facilitate high-performance storage connections within server and storage array chassis. It features SFF-8087 to SFF-8643 male/male connectors, providing a secure and standardized link for internal data paths.
This cable is engineered to support both 12Gbps SAS drives and 6Gbps SATA drives, offering versatile compatibility for various storage configurations. Its robust construction and specific length ensure optimal signal integrity and reliable data transfer for demanding business applications.
- Core Functionality: Connects SAS/SATA host bus adapters or RAID controllers to SAS/SATA backplanes, enabling essential data flow for server storage.
- Performance Optimization: Supports 12Gbps SAS and 6Gbps SATA, ensuring that high-speed drives operate at their full potential for rapid data access.
- System Integration: Utilizes industry-standard SFF-8087 and SFF-8643 connectors, guaranteeing compatibility with a wide range of enterprise storage hardware.
- Simplified Deployment: Offers a 1-meter length, providing sufficient reach for internal connections within standard rack-mount server and storage enclosures.
- Operational Value: Backed by a lifetime warranty, this cable minimizes replacement costs and ensures long-term reliability for critical data infrastructure.
This internal Mini SAS HD cable is an essential component for businesses seeking reliable and high-performance storage connectivity within their IT infrastructure.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
High-Performance Storage Expansion
Organizations need to expand their internal server or storage array capacity while maintaining high data transfer rates. This cable enables the connection of additional 12Gbps SAS or 6Gbps SATA drives to existing controllers, facilitating seamless storage growth.
Data center operators, co-location facilities, enterprise infrastructure teams, growing mid-market companies
Reliable Server Backplane Connectivity
Ensuring stable and error-free communication between server RAID controllers and drive backplanes is critical for uptime. The SFF-8087 to SFF-8643 connection provides a secure, standardized link, reducing the risk of data corruption or drive disconnections.
IT operations teams, infrastructure management, server administrators, organizations with on-premise data centers
Cost-Effective Storage System Builds
Businesses aim to build or upgrade internal storage systems efficiently without incurring excessive costs for specialized components. This standard Mini SAS HD cable offers a direct, reliable, and economical solution for integrating SAS/SATA drives into server chassis.
SMBs managing their own IT, budget-conscious mid-market enterprises, internal IT departments
Key Features
1-meter Cable Length
Provides ample reach for internal connections within standard server and storage enclosures, simplifying installation and cable management.
SFF-8087 to SFF-8643 Connectors
Ensures standardized and secure physical connections between SAS/SATA controllers and backplanes, preventing accidental disconnections.
12Gbps SAS Support
Enables maximum performance for high-speed SAS drives, crucial for applications requiring rapid data access and low latency.
6Gbps SATA Support
Offers broad compatibility with a wide range of SATA drives, providing flexibility in storage configuration and cost optimization.
StarTech.com Lifetime Warranty
Guarantees the cable's reliability and provides peace of mind, minimizing potential replacement costs and operational disruptions over time.
Industry Applications
Manufacturing & Industrial
Essential for connecting high-speed storage in data logging systems and ERP servers, ensuring continuous operation of production lines.
Finance & Insurance
Provides reliable internal data paths for transaction processing servers and archival storage, critical for regulatory compliance and data security.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Supports high-performance storage for electronic health records (EHR) and medical imaging systems, ensuring rapid access to patient data.
Legal & Professional Services
Facilitates secure and fast access to large document repositories and case management systems, crucial for daily operations and client data.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of storage devices are compatible with this cable?
This cable is compatible with both 12Gbps SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) drives and 6Gbps SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) drives, offering versatile connectivity for various storage needs.
Can this cable be used for external storage connections?
No, this is an internal Mini SAS HD cable designed specifically for connecting components within a server or storage array chassis. It is not intended for external use.
What is the primary function of the SFF-8087 and SFF-8643 connectors?
The SFF-8087 connector typically connects to a host bus adapter (HBA) or RAID controller, while the SFF-8643 connector connects to a drive backplane, facilitating internal data transfer.
Does this cable require any special drivers or software for installation?
As a passive cable, it does not require any specific drivers or software. Its functionality is dependent on the connected SAS/SATA controller and backplane.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Lifetime
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.