SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) ↔ PCIe x16
Compatibility check and signal path analysis
Adapter Required
These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.
Recommended: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) to PCIe x16 adapter
Signal Path
SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Family
Storage
Form Factor
L-shaped (wider than SATA)
Pin Count
29
Reversible
No
PCIe x16
Family
Storage
Form Factor
Card-edge slot (full-length)
Pin Count
164
Reversible
No
Notes
SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) to PCIe x16: Both are storage connectors but may use different interfaces. An adapter or enclosure may bridge them, but speed will be limited by the slower interface. The SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) (Storage) and PCIe x16 (Storage) share the same connector family.