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Monoprice 108197 2m External Mini SAS SFF-8088 to Internal SFF-8087 Cable (2-Pack)

Connect external and internal Mini SAS devices reliably with this affordable 2-meter cable 2-pack from Monoprice.

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Overview

The Monoprice 108197 is a 2-pack of 2-meter cables designed to connect external Mini SAS devices using the SFF-8088 interface to internal Mini SAS controllers or host bus adapters using the SFF-8087 interface. This makes the cable particularly useful in server and storage environments where an external SAS enclosure or tape library needs to communicate with an internally mounted HBA or RAID controller. The 28AWG construction keeps each cable relatively thin and flexible, which helps with cable routing in crowded server chassis.

By including two cables in the pack, Monoprice provides immediate value for administrators setting up redundant paths or connecting multiple enclosures. The 2-meter length offers enough reach for most rack-mounted configurations without being excessively long. These cables handle the standard SAS signaling expected by SFF-8088 and SFF-8087 interfaces, making them compatible with a wide range of SAS-2 controllers and enclosures from various manufacturers.

Key Features

2m 28AWG External Mini SAS 26-Pin SFF-8088 Male to Internal Mini SAS 36-Pin SFF-8087 Male Cable

Specifications

Connector 1
External Mini SAS 26-Pin SFF-8088 Male
Connector 2
Internal Mini SAS 36-Pin SFF-8087 Male
Cable Length
2 meters
Wire Gauge
28AWG
Color
Black
Quantity
2-Pack

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Two cables included per pack, offering good value for multi-drive setups.
  • 2-meter length provides flexibility for routing between external enclosures and internal controllers.
  • Standard SFF-8088 to SFF-8087 connectors ensure broad compatibility with SAS HBAs and enclosures.
  • 28AWG construction keeps the cables manageable in tight server environments.

👎 Cons

  • 2-meter length may be longer than needed for compact setups, creating excess cable to manage.
  • Only supports Mini SAS connections and cannot be used with newer HD Mini SAS (SFF-8644/SFF-8643) interfaces.
  • No latch or locking mechanism mentioned on the SFF-8088 end, which some enterprise cables include.

Frequently Asked Questions

One end has an external Mini SAS 26-pin SFF-8088 male connector, and the other end has an internal Mini SAS 36-pin SFF-8087 male connector.
Each cable is 2 meters (approximately 6.6 feet) long.
This is a 2-pack, so you receive two identical cables.
Yes, this cable is designed to bridge external Mini SAS devices (SFF-8088) to internal Mini SAS controllers or HBAs (SFF-8087).
The cables use 28AWG wiring.

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