ChenYang SAS to SATA Hard Drive Extension Cable 6FT

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SFF-8482 Connector: Connecting SAS and SATA Drives

The SFF-8482 connector is designed specifically for interfacing between SAS drives, including both SAS hard drives and SAS SSD drives. Here are the key points to understand its functionality and compatibility:

Interface Compatibility: - SAS HDD to SAS Motherboard: This connector allows you to connect a SAS hard drive directly to an SAS motherboard. - SATA Hard Disk to SATA Motherboard: It also connects a SATA hard disk to a SATA motherboard.

Specific Use Cases: - Incompatible with Non-SAS Motherboards: The SFF-8482 cannot connect a SAS hard disk to a standard SATA motherboard unless the motherboard has SAS chips. - Incompatible with Non-SAS Drives: Similarly, it cannot connect a SATA hard disk to a standard SAS motherboard unless the hard disk has SAS chips.

Connector Details: - 1x SAS to 1x SATA with 10 cm Length: This connector provides a 10 cm length cable, enabling you to connect a SAS HDD with an SFF 8482 port to a SAS-compatible SATA controller or hybrid controller.

With the SFF-8482, you can enhance your storage system by optimizing compatibility and performance, ensuring seamless integration of SAS and SATA drives.