SAS Cable Intel A1U4PSWCXCVK Serial Attached SCSI

The Intel A1U4PSWCXCVK is a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) cable kit designed to connect up to four NVMe drives via an Oculink-compatible 1U 4‑port switch card. Intended for enterprise storage deployments, this cable kit provides a purpose-built physical connection that supports high-speed data transfer and consistent device communication while maintaining data integrity.

Advantages

This cable kit offers a compact 1U form-factor connection for four NVMe devices, compatible with Oculink-enabled switch cards and SAS infrastructures. It is engineered for reliable signal transmission and stable performance in rack-mounted server environments. The product originates from Intel and adheres to established cable options standards.

Suitable for

• Connecting 4x NVMe drives to a 1U Oculink 4‑port switch card
• Enterprise and data center storage expansions
• High-speed SAS-based storage arrays and server deployments

Key specifications

• Brand: INTEL
• Manufacturer part number (MPN): A1U4PSWCXCVK
• Interface: Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) / Oculink-compatible
• Form factor: Cable kit for 1U 4‑port switch card
• Series: Cable Options
• Classification: EAR99
• Launch: Q1 2018

How to use

Install the cable kit by routing each Oculink/SAS cable to the corresponding port on the 1U 4‑port switch card and to each NVMe drive or enclosure port. Ensure connectors are fully seated and secured according to server or chassis manufacturer guidance. Power down equipment if required by your hardware maintenance procedures, then verify device detection and link stability in the host system's storage controller or firmware interface.

Recommendations

Use this Intel SAS cable kit in supported Oculink and SAS environments; follow Intel and chassis vendor guidelines for cable routing, bend radius, and grounding. Confirm firmware and controller compatibility with NVMe drives before deployment to ensure optimal performance and data integrity.