Cable Matters Internal Mini SAS to SATA Reverse Breakout Cable (SFF-8087 to SATA) 3.3 Feet INTERNAL 4x SATA TO MINI SAS date cable connects a motherboard or RAID controller with 7 pin SATA ports to a SAS backplane or SAS expander with a Mini-SAS port; Reverse breakout cable provides reliable internal connectivity between a Mini-SAS drive cage and a SATA motherboard or RAID card REVERSE FANOUT CABLE has an SFF-8087 (TARGET) Mini-SAS connector and 4 x SATA 7 pin (HOST) drive connectors; 4 x discrete SATA drive cables are of equal length with latches to provide a secure connection LEVERAGE RAID CONTROLLER PERFORMANCE with this multi-lane cable that connects unused RAID controller SATA ports to a single SFF 8087 Mini SAS backplane port; Supports up to 6 Gbps data transfer rate per drive FLEXIBLE DESIGN of SATA to SAS breakout cable includes acetate cloth tape over slim ribbon cables for strain relief to protect cables without rigidity; Woven mesh sheath covers half of the cable for easy routing; P1 to P4 markers provide easy ID after installation; Low profile SATA connectors have easy-grip treads with stainless steel latches to prevent accidental disconnection and reduce vibration disconnections DIY OR PRO INSTALLERS both appreciate a multilane cable that provides high performance SATA controller to SAS backplane connectivity; Slim ribbon cables minimize airflow impact in a computer case