Name: SC17A81994 Lenovo RAID Card to Hard Drive Backplane Mini-SAS x8 to 2x Slimline x4 1000mm Cable
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: SC17A81994
Price: 30.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Lenovo RAID Card to Hard Drive Backplane Mini-SAS x8 to 2x Slimline x4 1000mm Cable is designed to bridge your RAID controller and hard drive backplanes seamlessly. It fits well in server racks and data center configurations, supporting reliable connections between key storage components without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	Lenovo
Part Number	SC17A81994
Alternate Part Number	SC17A81994-12-HU

Technical Information
Cable Family	Storage
Standard	SAS 12Gb/s
Data Rate	12Gb/s
Cable Length	1000mm
Compatibility	Lenovo RAID controllers, Lenovo server hard drive backplanes

Connectivity
Connector A	SAS SFF-8643
Connector B	SlimSAS SFF-8654
Cable Connector Gender	Male to Male
Connector Type	Mini-SAS (HD) to SlimSAS

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This Lenovo cable is built to connect RAID cards directly to hard drive backplanes using Mini-SAS x8 to dual Slimline x4 interfaces. It’s commonly found in server environments where robust and high-speed storage connectivity is essential. Often used by IT professionals managing data centers or enterprise storage systems, this cable helps maintain efficient communication between RAID controllers and multiple hard drives. Its 1000mm length offers flexibility in typical rack-mounted server setups. Key Features High-quality Mini-SAS x8 connector ensures stable data transfer Two Slimline x4 connectors enable connection to multiple drives 1 meter length suits standard server chassis layouts Compatible with Lenovo RAID cards and supported backplanes Reliable construction reduces signal loss in dense environments Deployment is typical in enterprise servers or storage arrays where RAID configurations optimize data redundancy and speed. The cable’s role is crucial in keeping storage devices properly linked without interference, ensuring smooth and continuous data flow.

Use Cases
The Lenovo RAID Card to Hard Drive Backplane Mini-SAS x8 to 2x Slimline x4 1000mm Cable is primarily utilized within server rack setups where high-density storage arrays require efficient and secure connections. IT professionals managing enterprise storage infrastructures benefit from its ability to maintain data integrity through reliable linkages between RAID controllers and hard drive backplanes. How It's Used: Connecting RAID controllers to hot-swappable drive bays in enterprise data centers to streamline storage management. Facilitating scalable storage cluster deployments in virtualization environments requiring high throughput. Integrating with blade servers in rack deployments for optimized cable routing and reduced signal interference. Supporting storage expansion in SMB networks where compact and durable cabling solutions are critical. Enabling efficient data flow between Lenovo RAID cards and backplanes in high-availability computing environments. This cable supports operational efficiency by ensuring stable, high-speed connections critical for storage performance and scalability. Its design reduces downtime risks and simplifies maintenance within complex server infrastructures.

SC17A81994 Lenovo RAID Card to Hard Drive Backplane Mini-SAS x8 to 2x Slimline x4 1000mm Cable

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