Product Description
IBM ECC3 SAS AA Cable 3m - HD Narrow 6Gb Adapter to Adapter
This cable is a high-quality, enterprise-grade external SAS cable designed for IBM Power Systems servers. This 3-meter cable features HD Narrow (Mini-SAS HD, SFF-8644) connectors on both ends, supporting 6 Gb/s SAS connectivity (backward compatible with 3 Gb/s). It is used to daisy-chain or directly connect SAS RAID/HBA adapters (such as #EJ0A, #EJ0C, #57D7, #57D8) between Power servers or to bridge adapters in multi-node or clustered configurations, delivering reliable, high-bandwidth SAS expansion or inter-adapter connectivity for AIX, IBM i, Linux, and VIOS environments.
Product Description
The IBM ECC3 (feature code ECC3) is a 3-meter external SAS cable with HD Narrow (Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644) connectors on both the host/adapter side and the target/adapter side. It supports full 6 Gb/s SAS bandwidth (up to 24 Gb/s aggregate across 4 lanes) for connecting SAS controllers or PCIe SAS HBAs in Power Systems servers to other SAS adapters or compatible devices. The cable is fully shielded, flexible, and built for enterprise data center use with low signal loss over 3 meters. It is IBM-qualified for reliable operation with Power8, Power9, and select Power10 systems using supported SAS adapters (primarily for adapter-to-adapter SAS expansion, clustering, or custom SAS topologies). The ECC3 is ideal for high-availability configurations, multi-server SAS sharing, or extending internal SAS connectivity externally on AIX, IBM i (iSeries/AS/400), Linux, and VIOS platforms.
Features
- 3-meter length for flexible data center routing
- HD Narrow (SFF-8644) connectors on both ends (adapter-to-adapter)
- Supports 6 Gb/s SAS (backward compatible with 3 Gb/s)
- 4-lane design (up to 24 Gb/s aggregate bandwidth)
- Fully shielded for EMI/RFI protection and signal integrity
- Hot-plug capable in supported configurations
- Enterprise-grade construction with strain relief and latching connectors
- Full IBM qualification for Power Systems SAS adapters
- Low signal attenuation over full 3 m length
Technical Specifications
- Feature Code: ECC3
- CCIN: Not applicable (cable, no CCIN assigned)
- Part Number: Varies by revision (typically 00MA022 or related)
- Length: 3 meters (9.8 feet)
- Connector A (Adapter Side): Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644, HD Narrow)
- Connector B (Adapter Side): Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644, HD Narrow)
- Data Rate: 6 Gb/s SAS per lane (24 Gb/s aggregate)
- Compatibility: SAS 6 Gb/s and 3 Gb/s devices
- Shielding: Fully shielded twinaxial copper
- Bend Radius: Minimum 50 mm (recommended)
- Compatibility: Power8, Power9, select Power10 models with supported SAS adapters
Compatibility
The IBM ECC3 3m SAS HD Narrow Adapter to Adapter Cable is compatible with:
- Power Systems Models:
- Power8: S814 (8286-41A), S822/S824 (8284-22A), E870/E880 (9119-MME/MHE), and others
- Power9: S914 (9009-41A/41G), S922 (9009-22A/22G), S924 (9009-42A), E950/E980, and related models
- Power10: Select scale-out models with backward-compatible SAS adapters (S1022/S1024)
- Supported Adapters (Both Ends):
- PCIe SAS HBAs: #EJ0A, #EJ0C, #EJ0D, #EJ0E, #57D7, #57D8, and other HD Narrow SAS controllers
- Operating Systems: AIX 7.1+ / 7.2+ / 7.3+, IBM i 7.1+ / 7.2+ / 7.3+ / 7.4+ / 7.5+, Linux (RHEL/SUSE/Ubuntu), VIOS
- Use Cases: Adapter-to-adapter SAS daisy-chaining, multi-server SAS connectivity, custom SAS clustering/topologies
- Limitations: 6 Gb/s maximum speed (limited by cable); requires HD Narrow (SFF-8644) ports on both adapters; 3 m length may require careful routing in dense racks; not for enclosure connections (use ECBY for adapter-to-enclosure); not for internal backplane connections
Verify exact adapter compatibility, firmware levels, and OS patch levels via IBM Sales Manual or resources for your specific Power Systems model.
Warranty
This product comes with a 60-day warranty covering parts and functionality.
