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Monoprice 100742 SCSI Cable HPCN50 to CN50 10ft

Ensure Seamless SCSI Connections Introducing the Monoprice SCSI Cable, designed for reliable interconnection of SCSI devices. This high-quality cable features a Half Pitch D Subminiature (HPDB50) connector on one end and a Regular Centronics Style 50 pin (CN50) connector on the other, ensuring co...

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Overview

Ensure Seamless SCSI Connections

Introducing the Monoprice SCSI Cable, designed for reliable interconnection of SCSI devices. This high-quality cable features a Half Pitch D Subminiature (HPDB50) connector on one end and a Regular Centronics Style 50 pin (CN50) connector on the other, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance.

Specifications:

  • Connector A: Half Pitch D Subminiature (HPDB50) Male
  • Connector B: Regular Centronics Style 50 pin (CN50) Male
  • Pairs: 25 Twisted Pairs
  • Length: 10 Feet

Key Features

Half Pitch D Subminiature (HPDB50) to Regular Centronics Style 50 pin (CN50) SCSI cable

25 Twisted Pairs

High quality interconnect cable for SCSI devices

Monoprice continually strives to improve its product line to bring our customers the best products available

Therefore changes may be made to listed specifications without prior notice

Item received may not match photo or specs shown

Specifications

Connector Type 1
Half Pitch D Subminiature (HPDB50)
Connector Type 2
Regular Centronics Style 50 pin (CN50)
Cable Length
10ft
Internal Construction
25 Twisted Pairs
Application
SCSI devices

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features a Half Pitch D Subminiature (HPDB50) to Regular Centronics Style 50 pin (CN50) connection, specifically designed for SCSI devices.
  • Constructed with 25 twisted pairs, which helps to reduce electromagnetic interference and ensure more reliable data transmission.
  • Offers a 10ft length, providing sufficient reach for connecting SCSI devices across typical workspace distances.
  • Designed as a high-quality interconnect cable, aiming to provide dependable performance for SCSI device communication.
  • Monoprice strives to continually improve its product line, suggesting a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

👎 Cons

  • Monoprice states that changes may be made to listed specifications without prior notice, meaning the item received might not exactly match the photo or specs shown online.
  • The specific shielding type (e.g., foil, braid) beyond "twisted pairs" is not detailed, which can be important for environments with high interference.
  • As a SCSI cable, it is designed for older peripheral interfaces and may not be relevant for modern systems that primarily use SATA or SAS.
  • The 10ft length, while generous, might be excessive for very compact setups, potentially leading to cable clutter.
  • The description does not specify the SCSI standard (e.g., SCSI-1, SCSI-2, Ultra SCSI) or data transfer speeds supported, which is crucial for performance assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

This Monoprice SCSI cable features a Half Pitch D Subminiature (HPDB50) connector on one end and a Regular Centronics Style 50 pin (CN50) connector on the other.
This SCSI cable has a length of 10 feet, providing ample reach for connecting your SCSI devices.
The cable is constructed with 25 twisted pairs, which helps in maintaining signal integrity and reducing interference for reliable data transfer.
This cable is designed for SCSI devices, which are typically found in older computer systems and specialized setups, rather than common modern consumer electronics.
Yes, Monoprice notes that changes may be made to listed specifications without prior notice, and the item received may not exactly match the photo or specs shown.

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