Dell M8K20 PowerEdge R420 8x2.5" SAS-A Cable

Dell M8K20 PowerEdge R420 8x2.5
Dell M8K20 PowerEdge R420 8x2.5" SAS-A Cable
The Dell PowerEdge R420 8x2.5" SAS-A Cable (model M8K20) is a precision engineered connector designed specifically for the PowerEdge R420 server chassis. This high-quality cable provides reliable, high-speed data transmission between the internal bac... Read More
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  • Manufacturer: Dell
  • Model or Part: M8K20
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 1.00lb
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Overview

The Dell PowerEdge R420 8x2.5" SAS-A Cable (model M8K20) is a precision engineered connector designed specifically for the PowerEdge R420 server chassis. This high-quality cable provides reliable, high-speed data transmission between the internal backplane and up to eight 2.5 inch SAS drives, ensuring optimal performance for demanding enterprise workloads.

Key Features

  • Designed exclusively for Dell PowerEdge R420 servers
  • Supports up to eight 2.5" SAS or SATA drives with full SATA II compatibility
  • High-speed data rates up to 3 Gbps per channel
  • Robust shielding to minimize electromagnetic interference
  • Gold-plated contacts for enhanced durability and signal integrity
  • Plug-and-play installation with no additional tools required

Technical Specifications

  • Part number: M8K20
  • Cable type: 8x2.5" SAS-A internal backplane cable
  • Connector style: Mini-SAS (SFF-8087) to 8 x 2.5" drive bays
  • Length: Approximately 30 cm (12 inches)
  • Data rate: Up to 3 Gbps per lane, 24 Gbps aggregate
  • Operating temperature: 0 to 55 degrees Celsius
  • Compliance: RoHS, FCC Class B

Typical Applications

  • Enterprise data center servers requiring high-density storage
  • Virtualization platforms that need fast, reliable disk access
  • Database and analytics environments with intensive I/O demands
  • Backup and archival systems where multiple SAS drives are deployed
  • Small to medium business (SMB) deployments seeking cost-effective scalability

This Dell PowerEdge R420 8x2.5" SAS-A Cable delivers the performance, reliability, and ease of installation that IT professionals expect from a trusted OEM component.