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00Y2461 IBM 1.5m Mini SAS External Cable SFF-8088 to SFF-8644

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00Y2461
Condition: Refurbished
  • 1.5-meter external Mini SAS cable with SFF-8088 to SFF-8644 connectors
  • Supports high-speed data transfer for storage devices
  • Compatible with IBM and other SAS-enabled systems
  • Designed for reliable, low-latency connections
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$140.00

Product Overview

The IBM 1.5-Meter SFF-8088 to SFF-8644 Mini SAS External Cable links external storage devices with servers or controllers, providing a stable and fast connection. It's commonly used to connect different generation SAS equipment, making it a practical choice in data centers where maintaining compatibility and performance is important.

General Information

Brand IBM
Part Number 00Y2461
Alternate Part Number 00Y2461-11-CT

Technical Information

Cable Family Storage
Standard SAS 12Gb/s
Data Rate SAS 12Gb/s (SAS-3), backward compatible with SAS 6Gb/s (SAS-2)
Cable Length 1.5 m
Product Category Cables & Adapters

Connectivity

Connector A SAS SFF-8088
Connector B SAS SFF-8644
Cable Connector Gender Male to Male

Physical Characteristics

Condition Refurbished


Product Description

This 1.5-meter Mini SAS external cable connects devices with an SFF-8088 port to those with an SFF-8644 port, commonly used in enterprise storage setups. Built for SAS storage environments, it facilitates fast and stable data transmission between servers, JBOD enclosures, and RAID controllers.

Often found in data centers and IT infrastructures, this cable benefits system administrators and IT professionals who require dependable connections for backup, archiving, or large-scale data management. Its design ensures minimal signal loss and supports high-bandwidth SAS protocols.

Key Features

  • Durable cable construction suitable for rack-mounted setups
  • Ensures error-free data transfer in demanding environments
  • Fits standard Mini SAS connectors for easy integration
  • Supports SAS protocols up to 12Gbps
  • Compatible with a wide range of IBM and third-party SAS devices

Typically used in storage arrays and server backplanes, this cable helps maintain fast and reliable access to critical data. Its role is crucial in environments where data integrity and speed are essential, such as virtualization and database management.


Use Cases

The 00Y2461 IBM 1.5-Meter SFF-8088 to SFF-8644 Mini SAS External Cable is typically utilized in enterprise IT and data center environments where there is a need to connect external storage arrays to servers or controllers with differing SAS interface standards. IT professionals managing heterogeneous storage infrastructures benefit from its ability to maintain high-performance data transfer and ensure compatibility between legacy and newer SAS devices.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting legacy external SAS storage enclosures with SFF-8088 ports to modern servers equipped with SFF-8644 Mini SAS connectors in data centers.
  • Facilitating rapid data migration between storage clusters during hardware upgrades in enterprise storage environments.
  • Supporting high-bandwidth virtualization workloads by linking external SAS drives to hypervisor hosts in cloud data centers.
  • Integrating backup appliances with SAS-based storage arrays in SMB IT operations for reliable data protection.
  • Enabling scalable storage expansion in rack deployments by bridging different SAS generations without performance loss.

This cable plays a critical role in maintaining operational continuity and scalability by providing a low-latency, high-speed interface between diverse SAS components. Its use supports seamless integration of storage hardware, contributing to efficient resource allocation and optimized data throughput in complex networked environments.


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00Y2461 IBM 1.5m Mini SAS External Cable SFF-8088 to SFF-8644
00Y2461 IBM 1.5m Mini SAS External Cable SFF-8088 to SFF-8644
$140.00