Description
The SilverStone SST-CPS05-RE is a high-performance internal storage interconnect engineered for modern server and workstation environments. By utilizing the SAS 3.0 standard, this cable supports bandwidth up to 12Gbps per lane, ensuring that high-density storage arrays operate without throughput bottlenecks. Its 600mm length provides ample reach for large chassis, while the integrated sideband (SGPIO) cable allows for essential drive status monitoring, making it a vital component for maintaining data integrity in RAID configurations.
This product is for:
- Enterprise IT professionals building high-density rackmount servers requiring SFF-8643 to SATA connectivity.
- Home lab enthusiasts looking to expand NAS storage using enterprise-grade SAS controllers.
- Video editors and creative professionals needing reliable, high-speed RAID arrays for high-bitrate footage.
- System integrators who prioritize cable management and signal integrity in custom workstation builds.
- Data center technicians upgrading legacy cabling to SAS 3.0 compliant hardware for improved reliability.
Detailed specifications:
- Model: SST-CPS05-RE
- Host Interface: Mini-SAS HD SFF-8643 (36-Pin)
- Target Interface: 4x SATA (7-Pin)
- Sideband Support: SGPIO (Serial General Purpose Input/Output)
- Transfer Rate: SAS 3.0 (12Gbps per lane)
- Cable Length: 600mm
- Color: White/Blue shielding
Installing the SST-CPS05-RE is straightforward due to the robust SFF-8643 connector, which provides a secure, click-lock engagement with the host controller. The heavy-duty shielding on the 600mm cable prevents electromagnetic interference, maintaining signal purity even in crowded server interiors with multiple fans and power leads. Users will find the inclusion of the sideband cable particularly useful for managing drive LEDs and enclosure management, a feature often missing in budget-tier breakout cables.
Compared to standard SATA breakout cables, the SST-CPS05-RE adheres strictly to the SAS 3.0 specification, offering double the potential bandwidth of SAS 2.0 alternatives. While generic SFF-8643 cables may omit the sideband wire, SilverStone includes SGPIO support to ensure full compatibility with professional backplanes and RAID cards. Its 600mm length offers more flexibility than common 500mm variants, accommodating E-ATX and full-tower server cases more effectively without straining the connectors.
Q&A:
- Does this cable support SATA III drives? Yes, it is fully backward compatible with SATA III (6Gbps) and SATA II devices.
- What is the purpose of the sideband cable? The sideband (SGPIO) cable transmits drive status data, such as activity and failure LEDs, between the controller and the drive backplane.
- Can I use this with a standard motherboard SATA port? No, the SFF-8643 end must be connected to a Mini-SAS HD port on a RAID card, HBA, or high-end motherboard.
- Is the cable flexible enough for tight corners? The cable features industrial-grade shielding which is durable and designed to be routed through standard cable management paths in server chassis.
- Does it support 12Gbps on all four drives? Yes, it supports SAS 3.0 speeds of 12Gbps per lane across all four SATA channels when used with compatible SAS 3.0 hardware.
