Description
Introduction
This is a type of cable that allows you to connect a device with a U.2 interface, such as a solid-state drive (SSD), to a server or storage system with a Mini SAS HD SFF-8643 interface. The cable features a Mini SAS HD SFF-8643 connector on one end and a U.2 plug SFF-8639 connector with an additional SATA power connector on the other end.
The Mini SAS HD SFF-8643 interface is a high-speed, serial interface that supports data transfer rates of up to 12 Gbps. It is commonly used in storage systems and servers to connect SAS or SATA drives.
The U.2 interface, also known as SFF-8639, is a newer interface that was designed specifically for SSDs. It supports high-speed data transfer rates of up to 32 Gbps and provides a more reliable connection than SATA.
The SATA power connector on the cable provides power to the U.2 SSD, as it requires more power than a typical SATA drive.
Overall, this cable is useful for connecting newer, high-speed U.2 SSDs to storage systems or servers that have Mini SAS HD SFF-8643 interfaces.
Specifications
Connect 1: Mini SAS HD SFF-8683
Connect 2: U.2 Plug SFF-8639 Plug with SATA Power
Supported Speed: 12Gbps