Lenovo - cable SAS externo - 4x Mini SAS HD (SFF-8643) 3 m

Experience 12 Gbps per lane throughput with this 3-meter Lenovo external SAS cable, engineered for high-performance storage connectivity. Featuring 4x Mini SAS HD (SFF-8643) connectors on both ends, it delivers a reliable 4-lane link between SAS host bus adapters and external storage enclosures, supporting SAS 3.0 speeds and backward compatibility with SAS 2.0.

Overview

This Lenovo external SAS cable is a premium data cable designed for demanding enterprise environments. With a length of 3 meters (9.84 feet), it provides ample reach for rack-mounted configurations while maintaining signal integrity. The cable's black PVC jacket and metal connectors with plastic housing ensure durability and long-term performance. It is fully shielded to protect against electromagnetic and radio frequency interference, ensuring stable data transmission even in noisy server rooms.

What stands out

• High-speed 12 Gbps per lane (SAS 3.0) for rapid data transfers
• 4x Mini SAS HD (SFF-8643) male-to-male connectors for secure connections
• Hot-plug support allows for easy drive replacement without downtime
• Backward compatible with SAS 2.0 (6 Gbps) for flexible deployment
• RoHS compliant, meeting environmental standards

Technical details

• Cable Type: External SAS Cable
• Connector 1: 4x Mini SAS HD (SFF-8643)
• Connector 2: 4x Mini SAS HD (SFF-8643)
• Cable Length: 3 meters (9.84 feet)
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 12 Gbps per lane (SAS 3.0)
• Number of Lanes: 4 lanes
• Interface: Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)
• Connector Gender: Male-to-Male
• Application: Connecting SAS HBAs to external SAS storage enclosures
• Compatibility: SAS 3.0 (12Gbps), backward compatible with SAS 2.0 (6Gbps)
• Color: Black
• Jacket Material: PVC
• Shielding: Yes (EMI/RFI protection)
• Hot-Plug Support: Yes
• Product Type: Data Cable
• Compliance: RoHS
• Brand Compatibility: Lenovo servers and storage systems
• Connector Material: Metal with plastic housing

Our verdict

For IT professionals seeking a reliable, high-bandwidth external SAS connection, this Lenovo cable is an excellent choice. Its robust construction and 12 Gbps performance ensure seamless integration with Lenovo servers and storage, making it a valuable addition to any data center.