CBL-SAST-122EF-85 Supermicro 26cm Cable

High-Density Internal SlimSAS x8 Storage Interconnect Cable for 8-Lane Backplane Links with the CBL-SAST-122EF-85

The CBL-SAST-122EF-85 is a Supermicro internal FFC interconnect designed to link a SlimSAS x8 SAS/SATA backplane to an HBA or RAID controller through a clean, 8-lane point-to-point storage path. By using 2x SlimSAS x8 (male) to 2x SlimSAS x8 (male) straight connectors, the CBL-SAST-122EF-85 supports consistent lane mapping and minimizes routing complexity in dense chassis where airflow management and serviceability are operational priorities.

In modern server storage architectures, controller-to-backplane connectivity must sustain SAS and SATA signaling integrity while enabling predictable expansion across multi-bay backplanes. The CBL-SAST-122EF-85 addresses this need with a short 0.26 m flexible flat form factor that reduces internal bulk compared to traditional round harnesses, helping maintain clearance around PCIe expansion zones, fan walls, and hot-swap backplane assemblies. For environments standardizing SlimSAS x8 internal links, the CBL-SAST-122EF-85 is engineered to support repeatable builds and streamlined maintenance cycles.

Why Choose the CBL-SAST-122EF-85?

The CBL-SAST-122EF-85 provides a pragmatic density-to-serviceability advantage for enterprise server deployments by enabling compact, well-managed 8-lane SAS/SATA backplane-to-controller cabling with minimal slack and controlled bend behavior. The CBL-SAST-122EF-85 is well-suited for scale-out storage nodes where consistent internal topology, rapid replacement, and reduced obstruction risk support higher operational reliability.

Supermicro designs interconnect components to align with data center-grade chassis layouts and qualification practices, emphasizing fit accuracy, repeatable integration, and sustained operation under typical thermal and vibration profiles found in rack servers.

Key Applications:

• Internal SAS/SATA backplane to HBA connectivity
• Internal SAS/SATA backplane to RAID controller connectivity
• Chassis storage expansion and recabling
• Standardization of SlimSAS x8 internal links

At Happyware - Server Hardware you benefit from non-binding offers tailored to your server build and cabling topology, plus bulk order discount options for standardized rollouts of the CBL-SAST-122EF-85 across multiple chassis and service spares.