BlueOptics 9370CMSASCAB1-0030-BL InfiniBand fibre optic cable 0.5 m MiniSAS-HD Male

The BlueOptics 9370CMSASCAB1-0030-BL InfiniBand fibre optic cable 0.5 m MiniSAS-HD Male is a short-length high-density MiniSAS-HD cable designed for rack and adjacent-rack connections in data centers and high-performance computing environments. It features male MiniSAS-HD (SFF-8644) connectors on both ends and supports high-speed SAS/InfiniBand links for connecting storage devices, controllers and SAN hardware. The compact connector profile reduces space requirements while providing a robust physical interface for short-distance interconnects.

Advantages

The cable provides a compact MiniSAS-HD form factor that enables high connector density in rack installations while maintaining a reliable connection. As a passive MiniSAS-HD twinax-style interconnect, it requires no active electronics in the cable, relying on host and device hardware for signalling and supporting low latency and low power consumption. The short 0.5 m length simplifies routing inside racks, reduces signal attenuation compared with longer links, and helps keep drive bay and controller connections tidy.

Suitable for

• Connecting SAS or InfiniBand storage devices to controllers within a rack
• Interconnecting adjacent rack equipment and short-distance server links
• High-density storage enclosures and SAN expansions requiring MiniSAS-HD ports

Key specifications

• Connector type: MiniSAS-HD (SFF-8644) male to MiniSAS-HD (SFF-8644) male
• Cable length: 0.5 m
• Suitable transmission protocols: SAS and InfiniBand (supports common SAS generations up to 12 Gb/s)
• Design: passive twinax-style high-density cable for short-range links
• Typical use-case: internal rack and adjacent-rack interconnects in data centers

How to use

Identify MiniSAS-HD ports on the host controller and the target device, align the SFF-8644 connectors and insert each male connector firmly until it seats. Use the 0.5 m cable for short connections inside a rack or to link adjacent racks to minimize excess slack. Ensure both ends are connected only when devices are powered down or follow hot-swap procedures recommended by your hardware vendor. Verify link negotiation and device visibility in system firmware or operating system storage utilities after connection.

Recommendations

Use this short, passive MiniSAS-HD cable for high-density rack installations and short-distance SAS/InfiniBand links. Avoid sharp bends and excessive twisting; maintain a gentle bend radius consistent with manufacturer guidelines, and keep the cable routed away from high-heat sources and high-electromagnetic-noise equipment to ensure stable performance.