SAS SFF-8482 to SATA HDD Adapter Cable 70cm – 5-Pack
SAS SFF-8482 to SATA HDD Adapter Cable 70cm – 5-Pack
SAS SFF-8482 to SATA Hard Drive Adapter Cable – 70cm | 5-Pack
Upgrade your storage connectivity with this high-performance SAS SFF-8482 to SATA Adapter Cable. Designed to bridge your SAS controller to SATA hard disk drives, this 70cm cable delivers a secure, reliable connection for servers, workstations, and NAS enclosures. Each pack includes 5 cables, making it ideal for multi-drive builds or as spares for your setup.
Key Features
- Universal Compatibility: Features a 29-pin SFF-8482 SAS female connector on one end, a 7-pin Serial ATA (SATA) female connector, and an LP4 (Molex) power male connector — perfect for connecting SAS controllers to standard SATA hard drives.
- High-Speed Data Transfer: Supports data transfer rates up to 3 Gbps (SATA II) and 1.5 Gbps (SATA I), ensuring fast, efficient disk access.
- Durable 70cm Length: The generous 70cm cable length provides ample reach and flexibility for routing inside full-tower cases, server chassis, and rack-mount enclosures.
- Plug-and-Play: No drivers or software required — simply connect and go. Ready to use straight out of the box.
- Pack of 5: Get five cables in one order — great value for multi-drive storage arrays or as backups.
- Solid Build Quality: Reinforced connectors and quality shielded cabling help maintain signal integrity and long-term reliability.
Specifications
- Connector A: 29-pin SFF-8482 SAS Female
- Connector B: 7-pin SATA Female
- Power Connector: LP4 (Molex 4-pin) Male
- Cable Length: 70cm (~27.5 inches)
- Transfer Speed: Up to 3 Gbps (SATA II) / 1.5 Gbps (SATA I)
- Quantity: 5 Cables per Pack
Who Is This For?
This cable is the go-to solution for IT professionals, system builders, and tech enthusiasts who need to connect SATA HDDs or SSDs to a SAS controller card. Whether you're building a storage server, expanding an existing RAID array, or replacing worn cabling, this 5-pack keeps you covered.
Learn More About Storage Interfaces
For technical background on SAS and SATA storage standards, visit the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for information on data storage and interface specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does the SAS SFF-8482 to SATA adapter cable do?
A: This cable connects a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) controller — which uses the 29-pin SFF-8482 interface — to a standard SATA hard disk drive or SSD. It also includes an LP4 (Molex) power connector to supply power to the drive, making it a complete, all-in-one connectivity solution.
Q: Are these SFF-8482 to SATA cables compatible with both SATA I and SATA II drives?
A: Yes. These cables support both SATA I (1.5 Gbps) and SATA II (3 Gbps) transfer speeds, ensuring broad compatibility with a wide range of hard disk drives and solid-state drives.
Q: How long is each cable, and is 70cm enough for most server builds?
A: Each cable is 70cm (approximately 27.5 inches) long, which is sufficient for most mid-tower and full-tower PC cases, server chassis, and rack-mount enclosures. The length provides enough slack for clean cable management without excessive bunching.
Q: Do I need to install any drivers to use these SAS to SATA cables?
A: No. These are passive adapter cables and require no drivers or software. Simply plug the SFF-8482 end into your SAS controller, connect the SATA end to your drive, and attach the LP4 power connector — your system will recognize the drive automatically.