What is Serial ATA?

Serial ATA is a storage interface specification for the next-generation computing platform. This interface connects all ATA and ATAPI storage devices, including CDs, DVDs, tape devices, high capacity removable devices, zip drives, and CD-RW’s to the motherboard or daughterboard and is the replacement for today's Parallel ATA physical storage interface.
Serial ATA technology will allow for platform cost reductions and performance improvements such as hot-plugability while supporting a seamless transition from Parallel ATA technology. Serial ATA will supply storage interface headroom for many generations to come, beginning with 1.5 Gbps, and scalable to 2x, 4x and beyond. At the same time, Serial ATA is a drop-in solution that is compatible with existing ATA software drivers and will run on standard operating systems without modification. It will provide for systems that are easier to design, with narrower cables that are simple to route and install, smaller cable connectors, improved silicon design, and lower voltages, which alleviate current design constraints in Parallel ATA. Configuration of Serial ATA devices will be much simpler, with many of today's requirements for jumpers and settings no longer needed.

Serial ATA – Signal Cable
Our seven (7) position Signal Cable adheres to the industry standard Serial ATA specification while providing valuable features and benefits.

*Serial ATA is a trademark of the Serial ATAsm Trade Association - www.serialata.org

• Rapid Conn’s proprietary cable-to-connector termination method:
  1.Yields superior elec./mech. performance,
  2.Incorporates redundant grounding,
  3.And forms an extremely strong strain relief for high durability.
• Adheres to the Serial ATA 1.X/2.X specifications.
• Ultrasonic welded or snap-on covers eliminates the need for pre-mold and final over-molding. Resulting in unmatched pull strength and improved electrical performance (air dielectric).
• Straight-end to straight-end version (shown) provides versatility in multiple applications.
• Optional cover and cable colors are available to make your product unique. Also available in varying cable lengths according to your needs.
• These features and benefits are offered at no extra cost.