Supermicro CBL-GNZ4-1227M5YRR16 Cable riser PCIe GENZ4C x16 STR a 2x MCIO x8 RA - Cable

Engineered for high-density server environments, the Supermicro CBL-GNZ4-1227M5YRR16 delivers PCIe Gen 4/5 speeds of up to 32 GT/s per lane, splitting a single x16 slot into two x8 MCIO connections with precision and reliability.

Overview

This PCIe riser cable from Supermicro is a specialized interconnect designed to expand connectivity in servers, workstations, and HPC systems. It features a straight PCIe x16 host connector on one end and two right-angle MCIO x8 device connectors on the other, enabling efficient routing in space-constrained chassis. The cable supports PCIe Gen 4 and Gen 5 signaling, ensuring compatibility with current and next-generation platforms. Its GENZ4C technology, a Supermicro-specific high-speed interconnect, guarantees signal integrity and performance.

What stands out

• PCIe Gen 4/5 support with data rates up to 16 GT/s (Gen 4) or 32 GT/s (Gen 5) per lane
• Converts one x16 slot into two x8 MCIO ports, maximizing expansion options
• Straight host connector and right-angle device connectors for flexible cable management
• RoHS compliant and built with high-quality copper conductors for reliable connectivity
• Optimized for Supermicro systems, ensuring seamless integration

Technical details

• Cable Type: PCIe Riser Cable
• Host Connector: PCIe x16 (Straight)
• Device Connector: 2x MCIO x8 (Right-Angle)
• Lane Configuration: x16 input to 2x x8 output
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 16 GT/s (Gen 4) / 32 GT/s (Gen 5) per lane
• Connector Technology: GENZ4C
• Conductor Material: Copper
• Colour: Black
• Compliance: RoHS
• Application: Server, Workstation, High-Performance Computing (HPC)
• Compatibility: Supermicro Systems

Our verdict

The Supermicro CBL-GNZ4-1227M5YRR16 is a high-performance riser cable that solves the challenge of connecting multiple MCIO devices to a single PCIe x16 slot. With Gen 4/5 support and robust construction, it is an excellent choice for building dense, high-speed server configurations.