Intel OCuLink Cable Kit

Overview

The Intel AXXCBL450CVCR is a 450 mm OCuLink cable kit designed to connect an Intel server board directly to a hot-swap backplane, enabling high-speed SAS data transfer within enterprise servers. This cable ensures a short and efficient path for SAS signals, reducing the risk of signal loss and maintaining optimal drive performance. Its design features a straight 4i MiniLink SAS connector on one end and a right-angled connector on the other, which helps manage tight chassis spaces and improves airflow.

Key features

• Provides a reliable and direct connection between server boards and hot-swap backplanes for stable data transfer
• Straight connector seats securely on the motherboard, while the right-angled connector fits neatly into backplanes close to chassis walls
• Right-angled design reduces cable bends, preserving airflow and simplifying cable management in crowded rack-mount servers
• Bundled and tested by Intel to ensure compatibility and performance with SFF-8611 interface devices
• Plug-and-play installation supports quick setup or easy replacement during maintenance

Key specs

• Cable length: 450 mm
• Connector type: SFF-8611 4i MiniLink SAS (straight on one end, right-angled on the other)
• Interface: OCuLink for SAS data transfer
• Designed for internal server use connecting motherboard to hot-swap backplane

Connectivity and compatibility

This cable is specifically designed for enterprise server environments where Intel server boards connect to hot-swap backplanes using the SFF-8611 interface. It supports SAS protocols for high-speed data transfer, making it suitable for NVMe-ready backplanes and modern storage arrays. The cable’s connectors and length are optimized to fit 1U and 2U rack-mount servers, ensuring compatibility with common server chassis layouts.

Ideal uses and environments

The Intel AXXCBL450CVCR cable kit is well suited for system builders, data-center technicians, and IT professionals who need to assemble new servers or maintain existing storage arrays. It works effectively in environments where tight chassis space and airflow management are critical, such as dense rack-mount setups. This cable is a strong choice for upgrading to NVMe-ready backplanes or replacing worn cables to maintain high throughput and minimize downtime.