{"product_id":"synology-cable-minisas-ext","title":"Synology MiniSAS EXT External Expansion Cable","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"ace-synology-cable-minisas-ext-copy\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n#ace-synology-cable-minisas-ext-copy { font-family: inherit; color: inherit; }\n\/* Reuses the current ACE calculator FAQ disclosure treatment. 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It provides the specified external storage link when the original cable is missing or damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExternal MiniSAS Cable. Verify the supported NAS-to-expansion pairing before ordering. A matching connector does not make an unsupported expansion shelf compatible, and this storage cable is distinct from an Ethernet network connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVerified storage connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal MiniSAS Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpansion systems include RX1216sas, RXD1215sas, RX1213sas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the host-to-expansion pairing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGenuine replacement cable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer dimensions 1030 × 18 × 14 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart weight 0.16 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMatch both ends of the connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer lists RX1216sas, RXD1215sas, RX1213sas as compatible expansion systems. The host NAS must also support the chosen unit, so check the exact pairing in the equipment documentation before selecting the cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRetain the correct expansion format\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExternal MiniSAS Cable. Synology uses several storage expansion interfaces across its product families. Mini-SAS, Mini-SAS HD and eSATA connections should not be treated as interchangeable simply because they serve a similar purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoute the cable with care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the cable free from strain, trapped sections and tight bends. Seat and secure both connectors according to the host and expansion-unit instructions. Plan service access so the storage link can be handled without disturbing adjacent equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFollow the storage-system procedure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn expansion cable can carry access to active volumes. Use the exact equipment guide when replacing or connecting it and follow the required shutdown or maintenance steps rather than disconnecting a live storage link casually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeparate link faults from storage faults\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing the correct cable can address a diagnosed physical connection problem. It does not guarantee recovery from failed media, a damaged volume or another system fault, and it does not replace a current independent backup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep the pairing documented\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer lists part dimensions of 1030 × 18 × 14 mm and a weight of 0.16 kg. Record the NAS, expansion unit and exact cable type together so subsequent service can select the intended link without relying on connector appearance alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRX Expansion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRX1216sas, RX1213sas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRXD Expansion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRXD1215sas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSynology MiniSAS EXT External Expansion Cable provides a clearly identified genuine replacement for the compatible Synology systems listed below. Match the host and exact part, retain any compatibility condition and follow the equipment guide for a controlled repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ace-article-faq\" aria-label=\"Frequently asked questions\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhich expansion units can use this cable?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eRX1216sas, RXD1215sas, RX1213sas. The host NAS must also support the chosen expansion unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWill any matching connector work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Use the specified cable format and verify both sides of the supported storage expansion pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eIs it an Ethernet network cable?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It is the specified external storage expansion cable, not a general Ethernet networking cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eCan I disconnect it while the system runs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow the exact system hardware and maintenance instructions. Disconnecting an active expansion link can interrupt volumes or affect data.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDoes it include a NAS or expansion unit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This offer is for the replacement cable only; the NAS, expansion chassis and drives are separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhat warranty is included?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis genuine Synology spare part has a 1 year warranty. Installation and any separate diagnostic or repair service are arranged separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Synology","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44866470248507,"sku":"Cable MiniSAS_EXT","price":247.97,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/4541\/3179\/files\/synology-cable-minisas-ext-official.png?v=1793735623","url":"https:\/\/aceperipherals.com\/id\/products\/synology-cable-minisas-ext","provider":"ACE Peripherals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}