Supermicro CBL-MCIO-1330M5

In high-density server environments, connecting NVMe storage backplanes to motherboards demands a cable that can handle PCIe Gen5 speeds without signal degradation. The Supermicro CBL-MCIO-1330M5 is an internal data cable engineered for exactly that: linking MCIO x8 ports on Supermicro servers and motherboards. With a length of 1.33 meters, it provides the reach needed for clean cable routing inside chassis, while its straight connectors and copper conductors ensure reliable, high-speed data transfer at up to 32 GT/s per lane.

Key specifications

• Connector 1: MCIO x8 (Mini-Coolidge I/O x8) Male
• Connector 2: MCIO x8 (Mini-Coolidge I/O x8) Male
• Cable length: 1.33 m
• Data transfer protocol: PCI Express 5.0 (PCIe Gen5)
• Number of lanes: x8
• Data rate: 32 GT/s per lane
• Connector orientation: Straight
• Conductor material: Copper
• Shielding: Yes
• Colour: Black
• RoHS compliant: Yes
• Hot-plug support: Yes (PCIe standard)
• Application: Internal NVMe/PCIe connectivity

Why choose it

This cable is built to Supermicro's exacting standards, ensuring compatibility and performance in demanding server environments. Its shielding minimises electromagnetic interference, preserving signal integrity for high-speed PCIe Gen5 data transfers. The 1.33 m length offers flexibility in cable management, allowing for tidy installations without excess slack.

Ideal use cases

• Connecting NVMe storage backplanes to motherboards in Supermicro servers
• Internal PCIe Gen5 device connections in workstations and high-performance computing systems
• Upgrading or replacing internal data cables in existing Supermicro chassis

Good to know

The cable features MCIO x8 connectors on both ends, a standard for high-density internal connections. It supports hot-plugging as per PCIe specifications, enabling drive replacement without system shutdown. RoHS compliance ensures it meets environmental standards for hazardous substances.