SAS cable BlueOptics BLIS8787-50CM 0.5m MiniSAS 6 Gbit/s

The BlueOptics BLIS8787-50CM is a 0.5 m MiniSAS (SFF-8087 to SFF-8087) internal SAS cable designed for server and storage environments. It supports SAS protocols up to 6 Gbit/s (backward compatible with 3 Gbit/s), provides a compact 50 cm length for tidy rack installations and internal drive connections, and comes in a durable black jacket with a manufacturer-specified 5-year warranty. The cable is a passive MiniSAS solution intended for short-distance, high-bandwidth links between SAS controllers, backplanes and drive enclosures.

Advantages

This MiniSAS cable offers high data throughput with support for 6 Gbit/s transfers while remaining backward compatible with 3 Gbit/s SAS. Its passive construction minimizes points of failure and reduces power consumption compared with active cable alternatives. The short 0.5 m length helps maintain clean cable routing inside servers and storage racks, and the use of quality components contributes to extended service life and a low failure rate. The product is supplied with standard warranty coverage for business environments.

Suitable for

• Connecting internal SAS host adapters to backplanes or RAID controllers
• Linking drive enclosures and storage arrays inside servers or racks
• Short-distance high-bandwidth connections in data centers and server rooms
• Replacing or upgrading existing MiniSAS internal cables in storage systems

Key specifications

• Cable length: 0.5 m
• Connector type: MiniSAS (SFF-8087) to MiniSAS (SFF-8087)
• Supported transfer rates: up to 6 Gbit/s (supports 3 Gbit/s SAS and 6 Gbit/s SAS)
• Application: internal SAS connections for servers, storage arrays and backplanes
• Product colour: black
• Cable design: passive MiniSAS construction for short-distance links
• Expected reliability: designed for long operating life and low failure rate

How to use

Install the BlueOptics BLIS8787-50CM by aligning each SFF-8087 connector with the corresponding MiniSAS port on the host adapter, backplane or drive enclosure and insert until the connector latches. Ensure both ends are seated firmly and that cable routing avoids sharp bends and sources of mechanical stress. Because the cable is passive, no external power or driver installation is required; compatibility depends on the host hardware supporting passive MiniSAS connections and the applicable SAS protocol speed.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, use this 0.5 m MiniSAS cable for internal, short-distance connections within racks and servers. Avoid excessive bending near the connectors, maintain secure latching to prevent intermittent contacts, and match the cable to equipment that supports passive SFF-8087 MiniSAS links and the desired SAS speed (3 Gbit/s or 6 Gbit/s).