Tekram USA M.2 NVMe Cages: The Tekram USA series of M.2 NVMe Back Plane cages are built for tool-less drive use and optimized performance. Scalable from dual to quad drive bays, the Tekram USA Back Plane cages are optimized for fast and stable data transmission. Compatible with either PCIe 3.0 or PCIe 4.0, the cages are designed to match the limits of any M.2 NVMe drives. Tested with Areca Controllers, these backplane cages are also compatible with Broadcom HBA/RAID controllers. What is SlimSAS (SFF-8654)? The SFF-8654 connector supports up to four lanes of data transfer, allowing for high-speed communication between storage devices and host systems. It is often used in storage solutions, such as servers, storage arrays, and external storage enclosures, where space and high-performance data transfer are crucial factors. The connector has a small form factor, making it suitable for use in compact storage systems and devices.