IBM - 00AR272 - 0.6M 12GB SAS Cable MSAS HD

Product Description

The IBM 00AR272 is a 0.6-meter internal 12Gb/s SAS cable with MSAS HD (Mini-SAS HD) connectivity, designed for short-run, high-bandwidth links inside supported IBM server and storage platforms. It is typically used to connect a SAS HBA/RAID controller to a SAS backplane, helping maintain reliable signalling and clean internal routing in dense chassis.

For broader platform alignment, this part is sourced within the IBM portfolio and is a practical fit when maintaining or expanding existing SAS storage paths in enterprise environments. In the same refresh cycle, many teams also standardise adjacent connectivity components such as NETWORK ADAPTER options for host connectivity and NETWORK MODULE hardware used in modular systems.

Key Features

Key technical characteristics of the IBM 00AR272 cable for enterprise internal SAS connectivity:

• 0.6-meter internal cable length to support short, tidy routing inside server and storage chassis.
• 12Gb/s SAS signalling capability to sustain bandwidth between controllers and SAS backplanes.
• MSAS HD (Mini-SAS HD) connector format to match common 12Gb SAS controller/backplane ports.
• Internal SAS interconnect design to link SAS HBAs or RAID controllers to drive backplanes.
• Compatibility with selected IBM System x platforms to maintain existing internal SAS cabling standards.
• Compatibility with IBM/Lenovo System x successor families to support like-for-like service and upgrades.
• Suitable for IBM server and storage configurations that use Mini-SAS HD cabling to keep parts consistency across builds.
• Short-run cabling approach to reduce airflow obstruction and support cleaner serviceability during maintenance.

Refurbished Quality and Warranty

This is refurbished IBM hardware, cleaned and tested by technicians before entering stock to help reduce the risk of hardware defects. Choosing refurbished parts is a practical way to extend the lifecycle of existing infrastructure, control budget compared to buying new, and reduce electronic waste.

All products include a one-year warranty from the date of purchase (batteries, tape drives and tape libraries include a three-month warranty). Extended warranty options are available on request. Direct Hardware Supply is an international supplier of refurbished IT hardware, shipping worldwide from Denmark.

For complete deployments around IBM platforms, you can also integrate upstream network infrastructure such as a compatible SWITCH to support end-to-end connectivity planning alongside your server and storage refresh.