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- In Stock: 1
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Model or Part: 171C5
- Condition: New
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The Dell 1m Mini-SAS to Mini-SAS External Cable (part number 171C5) provides a reliable, high-speed connection between external storage enclosures and servers or workstations. Designed for data-center environments, this 1 metre cable delivers consistent performance while maintaining a low profile and flexible handling for easy installation.
Key Features
- High-performance Mini-SAS (SFF-8088) connectors for fast data transfer
- 1 metre (approximately 3.3 ft) length ideal for rack-mount and cabinet setups
- Gold-plated contacts ensure corrosion resistance and long-term reliability
- Shielded twisted pair construction reduces electromagnetic interference
- Plug-and-play design requires no additional drivers or configuration
Technical Specifications
- Connector type: Mini-SAS (SFF-8088) male to Mini-SAS (SFF-8088) male
- Cable length: 1 m (3.3 ft)
- Data rate: up to 12 Gbps per lane (48 Gbps aggregate)
- Cable type: Shielded twisted pair, high-density
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70 degrees C
- Compliance: IEC 61784-2, TIA-568-C
Applications
This cable is perfect for connecting external SAS storage arrays, JBOD enclosures, RAID controllers, and high-performance backup devices to Dell PowerEdge servers, workstations, or any compatible system. It is also suitable for use in virtualization clusters, high-availability storage networks, and data-center expansion projects where reliable, high-speed data paths are essential.