This SAS HD adapter is a passive PCB board adapter with external 26-pin. Mini SAS connector (SFF-8088) on the one side, and internal 36-pin. Mini SAS connector (SFF-8643) with cable on the other side. This adapter can mount in case with low profile slot and works in both directions. The adapter is for the construction of storage devices in short or tall cabinets, rack stations, external (SCSI) disk enclosures, server blade racks ect. suitable.