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Monoprice 108184 External Mini SAS Cable 1 Meter
Monoprice 108184 External Mini SAS Cable 1 Meter
Monoprice 108184 External Mini SAS Cable 1 Meter
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Monoprice 108184 External Mini SAS Cable 1 Meter

★★★★★4.4 (40 reviews)

Monoprice 1-meter external Mini SAS cable for reliable, high-speed data center connectivity at an affordable price.

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Overview

The Monoprice 108184 is a 1-meter external Mini SAS cable built with 26-pin SFF-8088 male connectors on both ends, designed for connecting SAS controllers, RAID adapters, and external storage enclosures in data center and server environments. The Serial Attached SCSI interface delivers high-throughput data access that enterprise storage systems depend on, and the cable's backward compatibility with SATA allows it to function in mixed storage architectures where flexibility is required. At 28AWG, the cable remains pliable enough for clean routing through rack cable management systems.

The 1-meter length is purpose-built for short-run connections within a single rack or between closely positioned equipment, which covers the majority of external SAS cabling needs in typical server deployments. Monoprice's straightforward approach — quality conductors, standard connectors, and competitive pricing — makes this cable a practical choice for IT professionals and system administrators who need reliable SAS connectivity without paying a premium for OEM-labeled alternatives. Before purchasing, verify that your equipment uses the SFF-8088 connector rather than the newer SFF-8644 HD Mini SAS standard found on more recent SAS 12 Gbps hardware.

Key Features

Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) is a high-speed data storage interface designed for high-throughput and fast data access

Intended primarily for data storage centers the SAS interface is backwards compatible with SATA

This 1 meter long cable uses 28 AWG wires and is intended for external use

Specifications

Connector Type
26-pin SFF-8088 Male to 26-pin SFF-8088 Male
Cable Length
1 Meter (3.3 ft)
Wire Gauge
28AWG
Interface
Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)
Compatibility
Backward compatible with SATA
Application
External Use

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • SFF-8088 to SFF-8088 connectors provide a straightforward external Mini SAS connection without adapters.
  • 1-meter length is well-suited for connecting equipment within the same rack or adjacent enclosures.
  • 28AWG construction keeps the cable flexible and manageable in tight data center environments.
  • Backward compatibility with SATA protocol offers versatility in mixed storage configurations.
  • Monoprice pricing delivers a cost-effective alternative to OEM-branded SAS cables.

👎 Cons

  • 1-meter length may be too short for connections between equipment in different racks or distant enclosures.
  • SFF-8088 is an older external SAS connector standard, superseded by SFF-8644 (HD Mini SAS) in newer equipment.
  • 28AWG gauge is suitable for this length but would not be ideal if longer runs were needed.
  • Does not include SFF-8088 to SFF-8644 or other adapter configurations for mixed-generation hardware.

Frequently Asked Questions

Both ends use 26-pin SFF-8088 Male connectors, making it suitable for external SAS-to-SAS connections between controllers and enclosures.
The SAS protocol is backward compatible with SATA, though this cable's SFF-8088 connectors are designed for external SAS connections. You would need appropriate adapters or breakout cables for direct SATA device connections.
As an external Mini SAS (SFF-8088) cable, it supports SAS data transfer rates up to 6 Gbps per lane.
This cable is 1 meter (approximately 3.3 feet) in length.
It uses 28AWG conductors, which is standard for external Mini SAS cables at this length.

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