Molex iPass+ zHD Vertical Connectors are designed to support next-generation SAS-3 and projected SAS-4 data rates with improved signal integrity and efficient system airflow. These connectors feature a low-profile, vertical, press-fit design that minimizes board-space usage and eliminates the need for midplane connections. The iPass+ zHD Vertical connectors feature data rates scalable up to 96Gbps and support projected SAS-4 high-speed data rates. These devices come with a 0.75mm pitch and operate at scalable data rates and maintain stable electrical performance across high-speed channels. Applications include servers, storage bridge bays, storage racks, and switches.
Molex iPass+ zHD Vertical Connectors
Features
- Backward compatibility with existing iPass+ HD (miniSAS HD) passive copper, active copper, and optical cable assemblies
- Data rates scalable up to 96 Gbps (24 Gbps over 4 lanes)
- Flexible design that can be used with or without midplane connectors
- Low insertion loss (IL), integrated cross-talk noise (ICN), and return loss (RL) across all high-speed channels
- Low-profile vertical press-fit connection that enhances system airflow and reduces board-space constraints
- Multiple configurations available (1-by-1, 1-by-2, 1-by-4) for design flexibility
- Positive locking latch for secure mating retention
- Robust and secure mechanical connection with excellent signal integrity
- Supports SAS-3 and projected SAS-4 high-speed data rates
- Waferized design with optimized PCB footprint
Applications
- Blades
- HBAs (Host Bus Adapters)
- Host system boards
- JBODs (Just a Bunch of Disks)
- RAIDs (Redundant Array of Individual Disks)
- Servers
- Storage bridge bays
- Storage racks
- Switches
- Tower and rack-mount computers
- Workstations