SAS Cable Microchip Technology 2304900-R 0.8m SlimSAS MiniSAS HD

The Microchip Technology 2304900-R is a 0.8m tri-mode Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) cable with a SlimSAS ×8 (SFF-8654) connector on one end and a 2× MiniSAS HD ×4 (SFF-8643) connector on the other. It is intended for connecting a SAS/SATA/NVMe adapter to a SAS/SATA backplane and supports high-speed storage interconnects in server and storage systems.

Advantages

This 0.8m SlimSAS to 2× MiniSAS HD cable supports tri-mode operation (SAS, SATA, NVMe) and provides reliable, high-bandwidth connectivity for internal storage configurations. The combination of SFF-8654 and SFF-8643 terminations enables compatibility with adapters and backplanes that use SlimSAS and MiniSAS HD interfaces respectively, while the short length reduces signal degradation and simplifies cable routing in dense server environments.

Suitable for

• Connecting a SlimSAS (SFF-8654) controller or adapter to a MiniSAS HD (SFF-8643) backplane
• Internal server and storage chassis cabling where tri-mode (SAS/SATA/NVMe) support is required
• High-density rack servers and storage arrays with MiniSAS HD ports

Key specifications

• Brand: MICROCHIP
• Manufacturer part number (MPN): 2304900-R
• EAN: 0760884158616
• Connector 1: SlimSAS ×8 (SFF-8654)
• Connector 2: 2× MiniSAS HD ×4 (SFF-8643)
• Length: 0.8 m
• Operation mode: Tri-mode (SAS/SATA/NVMe)

How to use

Power off the host system before installing the cable. Insert the SlimSAS (SFF-8654) end into the adapter or controller slot and secure it according to the device’s mounting instructions. Connect the 2× MiniSAS HD (SFF-8643) end to the target backplane or drive cage, ensuring proper orientation and a firm seating of connectors. After connections are made, power on the system and verify that the storage devices are detected by the host.

Recommendations

Use in internal server and storage environments; avoid bending the cable sharply or routing near high-power or high-EMI sources. For best performance, keep cable length as short as practical and ensure connectors are fully seated and free of debris.