SAS is the next-generation interface standard for SCSI-based systems, designed to replace the SCSI parallel interface with much faster, more flexible, 3Gb/s Serial Interface while maintaining the robust nature of the SCSI Command Set
5798440013ini-SAS5798440224("CSE iSAS"), is the newest generation of SAS Cables
It uses smaller connectors with improved performance and is ready for 6Gb/s
They are now used on many new Controllers and Backplanes being shipped today