SAS Mini 2.0 Receptacle with Cage — 36-Position Press-Fit
It sits in the SAS Mini 2.0 connector family, which is the standard interconnect for SAS-3 and SAS-4 drive interfaces in enterprise servers and storage arrays.
Integrated Features — Board Guide, EMI Shield, Light Pipe
Three features are built into this one part number: a board guide for mechanical alignment during blind-mate assembly, an EMI shield that wraps the cage to contain radiated noise from the high-speed differential pairs, and a light pipe that routes an LED indicator from the board to the front panel for link-status visibility. The EMI shield contains radiated noise from the high-speed differential pairs.
Comparison with 2227302-3
The closest functional peer is 2227302-3, which shares the same SAS Mini 2.0 receptacle-with-cage design, 36 positions, press-fit termination, and right-angle orientation. The only difference in the record is the packaging: 2198484-1 ships in Bulk, while 2227302-3 ships in Box. For a production line that feeds a pick-and-place or kitting station, the packaging format can affect the handling workflow — Bulk parts arrive loose in a bag, Box parts arrive in a tray or carton. The electrical and mechanical fit are identical.