HP SATA Data Cable 17-Inch / 18-Inch Class (381868-015) is a genuine HP internal Serial ATA data cable designed for connecting SATA hard drives to the system board or SATA controller in compatible HP workstations. The cable uses a straight connector at one end and a right-angle/upright SATA connector at the other, making it suitable for installations where chassis clearance and connector orientation are important. HP part-specific listings identify it for systems including the xw8600 and Z820 workstations.
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Part Number: 381868-015
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Manufacturer: HP
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Product Type: Internal SATA Data Cable
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Interface: Serial ATA (SATA)
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Connector Type: 7-pin SATA
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Connector Configuration: Straight to right-angle/upright
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Cable Length: Approximately 17 inches / 42 cm; commonly marketed as an 18-inch SATA cable
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Cable Type: Flat internal SATA cable
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Application: Internal SATA hard-drive connectivity
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Drive Interface: SATA HDD / compatible SATA storage devices
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Installation: Internal workstation/server chassis
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External / Internal: Internal
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Compatible Workstations: HP xw8600 and Z820; also used in other HP systems requiring this specific cable configuration.
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Cable Orientation: Right-angle connector helps accommodate restricted internal chassis space
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Typical Use: Connecting an internal SATA drive to the motherboard/controller
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Related HP Part Numbers: 381868-014, 381868-016 and other HP SATA cable variants
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Color: Typically gray/black depending on production revision
