speed SFF8644 to 40G cable designed to link SFF8644equipped servers and storage to 40Gcapable switches and network devices. Delivers a reliable, lowlatency connection for demanding data center and enterprise applications. Key benefits Simple, performance connectivity: Provides a direct 40Gcapable link between SFF8644 ports and 40G interfaces, enabling faster transfers and reduced bottlenecks. Solves bandwidth constraints: Upgrades servertoswitch and storagetoswitch links to 40 Gbps capacity, supporting large data flows, virtualization, and backup windows. Durable and dependable: Engineered for frequent handling and data center environments to maintain signal integrity and stable performance over time. Key attributes Functionality: Directattached cable for speed data transport at 40 gigabits per second. Compatibility: Designed to connect equipment with SFF8644 connectors to devices that support 40G interfaces (servers, switches, storage systems). Connector: SFF8644 connector on the server/storage end as specified in the product title. Performance: Built to support 40G data rates with low latency and reliable signal transmission suitable for missioncritical networking. Construction: Robust build quality and secure connector latching to reduce accidental disconnection in rack environments. Use environment: Intended for rackmounted servers, network switches, storage arrays, and other data center equipment. Typical applications ofrack uplinks: Create 40G uplinks from SFF8644equipped servers or storage shelves to ofrack switches to increase aggregation bandwidth and reduce congestion. SAN and storage clustering: Link storage arrays or expansion units to 40Gcapable controllers for fast replication, backup, and volume I/O. performance compute and virtualization: Provide bandwidth, lowlatency interconnects for compute nodes, hypervisor hosts, and clustered services. Installation and handling Plugandplay connection with secure latching for reliable operation in data center racks. Route and secure the cable to minimize stress on connectors and maintain airflow in server cabinets. Verify equipment compatibility with SFF8644 and 40G interfaces before deployment. This SFF8644 to 40G cable is a straightforward, capacity solution for upgrading and maintaining 40G links between servers, storage, and switches in professional IT environments.