Doubled SAS port density to increase connection capacity in a compact footprint, enabling more drives and adapters with the same board area. Bandwidth support up to 12 Gbps, meeting the 6 Gbps per link requirements and delivering performance for demanding storage workloads. 36pin density SAS connector housed in a metal shield to provide robust, EMIshielded external connections for HD SAS external implementations. Compliant with SAS2.1 and SAS3.0 industry standard signal specifications, ensuring broad compatibility and reliable operation with current and future SAS devices. Ideal applications and use scenarios Data center server backplane expansion: add more SAS connections in a compact slot to scale storage without increasing rack space. External SAS storage enclosures: connect servers to external storage arrays with shielded, density connections for reliable, speed data transfer. performance workstations and RAID arrays: support demanding workloads with stable, compliant SAS links and enhanced port density for improved performance. Attributes and performance highlights Function: SAS port density increase with bandwidth support Compatibility: SAS2.1 and SAS3.0 compliant Size/Connections: 36pin density connector; metal shield housing for external use Material: metal housing for shielding and durability Performance: up to 12 Gbps bandwidth, meeting 6 Gbps per channel requirements Applications: HD SAS external implementations, storage expansion, external RAID connections