SAS to SATA HDD adapter cable for connecting SATA drives to a SAS host controller Key features - Connects a SAS controller to a SATA hard disk using a 29-pin SAS female (SFF-8482) on one end and a 7-pin SATA female on the other - Includes an LP4 power connector (male) - Supports SATA and SATA II interfaces - Data transmission up to 3 Gbps (SATA II) or 1.5 Gbps (SATA I), depending on drive and controller Compatibility and use - Used to connect a SAS controller to a SATA hard disk - Supports SATA and SATA II devices - Suitable for servers, workstations, and storage setups that require bridging between SAS backplanes or controllers and SATA drives Use scenarios - Scenario 1: In a server or workstation, connect SATA HDDs to a SAS host controller to expand storage without replacing existing hardware - Scenario 2: In a test lab or cloning setup, use the adapter to temporarily connect SATA drives to a SAS-based system for data transfer or imaging - Scenario 3: Re-purpose or repurpose existing SATA drives in a SAS backplane or storage array to maximize hardware utilization Notes - The cable features a 29-pin SAS female (SFF-8482), a 7-pin SATA female, and an LP4 power connector (male) - High-speed performance is suitable for SATA I/II applications within the supported 3 Gbps/1.5 Gbps range