Intel Oculink Cable Kit

Overview

The Intel AXXCBL470CVCR is an OCuLink cable kit designed to connect an NVMe drive bay to the OCuLink port on compatible Intel server boards. Measuring 470 millimeters in length, it provides sufficient reach to navigate around internal components while minimizing excess cable slack to improve airflow within the server chassis. This cable supports high-speed data transfer essential for maintaining the performance of NVMe storage devices in demanding server environments.

Key features

• 470 mm cable length balances reach and cable management for efficient airflow inside server cases
• Straight SFF-8611 connector on one end ensures a secure connection to the motherboard or RAID module
• Right-angle SFF-8611 connector on the other end allows neat routing near tight spaces like drive backplanes
• Keyed connectors provide a stable and reliable signal path to support consistent NVMe throughput
• Validated compatibility with Intel R1208, R2208, R2208+8, and R2224 server systems for seamless integration
• Ideal for new server builds, upgrading NVMe drives, or replacing damaged cables without downtime

Key specs

• Cable length: 470 millimeters
• Connector type: SFF-8611 OCuLink (one straight, one right-angle)
• Compatibility: Intel server models R1208, R2208, R2208+8, R2224

Connectivity and compatibility

This cable is specifically engineered to link NVMe drive bays to the HSBP SSD connectors on Intel server boards. The combination of straight and right-angle SFF-8611 connectors facilitates flexible installation in various server layouts, ensuring a clean and secure connection that supports the high data rates required by NVMe storage.

Installation and setup

Installation is straightforward and user-friendly. Simply seat the straight connector into the motherboard or RAID module port and the right-angle connector into the drive backplane. Each connector features a latch mechanism to secure the connection, reducing the risk of accidental disconnection and ensuring continuous operation in critical server environments.

Ideal uses and environments

This cable kit is well suited for data center managers, IT technicians, and system builders who need reliable, high-performance connections for NVMe storage in Intel server systems. It works well in environments where maintaining airflow and minimizing cable clutter are important, such as dense server racks and enterprise-grade storage arrays. Whether upgrading existing servers or assembling new ones, this cable supports stable and efficient storage performance.