The HP 407344-004 is a server-grade external Mini-SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) cable designed for connecting storage systems and controllers in enterprise environments. It is commonly used to link HP Smart Array RAID controllers (such as P800/E500) to external storage enclosures like MSA60, MSA70, or MSA2000SA.
This cable supports high-speed SAS data transfer, enabling reliable communication between servers and external disk arrays in data center and storage network setups. It is a passive data cable (not optical, not telecom), used purely for storage connectivity.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: HP (Hewlett-Packard)
- Part Number: 407344-004
- Product Type: External SAS Cable
- Function: Connects RAID/storage controller to external disk array
- Application: Enterprise servers, storage systems
- Design: Data center / rack environment
Technical Specifications
- Cable Type: External Mini-SAS (SFF-8088 to SFF-8088)
- Length: 4.0 meters (≈ 13.1 ft)
- Interface: Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)
- Connector Type: Mini SAS (SFF-8088) male-to-male
- Data Role: High-speed storage data transfer
- Form Factor: External cable
- Usage:
- Server ↔ Storage array connection
- RAID controller ↔ external enclosure
- Compatibility: HP storage systems (e.g., Smart Array + MSA series)
- Installation: External cabling between rack units
- Cooling: Not applicable (passive cable)
- Serviceability: Field-replaceable
90 DAY'S
