Intel OCuLink* 2U 4 Port Switch Cable Kit

The Intel A2U4PSWCXCXK1 is a four-port OCuLink cable kit that links a switch add-in card to the PCIe NVMe backplane inside Intel R2208, R2208+8, and R2224 servers. By providing the exact connections those chassis require, it lets you unlock the speed of NVMe drives without the guesswork of custom cabling.

The bundled assembly measures 755 mm from end to end, long enough for a 2U rack system yet short enough to avoid excess slack. Straight SFF-8611 connectors sit on the add-in card side for clear routing, while right-angle SFF-8611 plugs tuck neatly under riser 1 or riser 2 and preserve airflow. One cable carries four PCIe lanes to four NVMe drives, so you can fill every bay the backplane offers without adding extra cables.

For administrators who are scaling storage capacity or technicians who need a reliable field replacement, the kit arrives ready to install. No crimping or special tools are required; snap the connectors into place, secure the bundle, and the server is back in service. Using an Intel-validated cable also maintains signal integrity at full PCIe speed, helping prevent latency spikes or link drops during sustained I/O.

Whether you are building a new node or refreshing hardware in a live data center, this OCuLink 2U 4 Port Switch Cable Kit supplies the approved length, connector orientation, and port mapping that Intel engineering specifies. It is a straightforward way to keep NVMe storage fast and cabling tidy.

Highlights:

• Connects switch add-in cards to high-speed backplane PCIe SSD ports
• Supports up to four NVMe drives
• 755 mm cable with straight and right-angle OCuLink SFF-8611 connectors
• Compatible with Intel R2208, R2208+8, and R2224 server systems
• Installs on riser 1 or riser 2