AVID 9180-65006-00 HDX SATA TDM Flexcable

Essential Link Cable for Multi-Card HDX Systems
The Avid HDX SATA TDM Flexcable is a crucial component for engineers building or expanding a Pro Tools HDX system with multiple HDX cards. This purpose-built cable connects two HDX cards inside a single computer or external expansion chassis, enabling communication between them and creating a true HDX2 system. If you're expanding your system for higher DSP performance or replacing a missing interconnect cable, this is the link that ties it all together.

Supports High-Speed Communication Between HDX Cards
With SATA III 6.0 Gb/s performance, the HDX TDM Flexcable delivers fast, reliable data transfer between HDX cards. This bandwidth is essential to maintain session integrity, especially when tracking large projects with high track counts and plug-in loads. It's a small piece of hardware, but it plays a big role in ensuring your HDX environment runs with tight timing and high stability.

Designed Specifically for Avid HDX Architectures
Unlike generic SATA cables, this Flexcable is designed with the specific pinout and shielding required to interconnect Avid HDX DSP cards. It ensures maximum compatibility and error-free communication in both Mac and Windows-based HDX systems. Whether you're using an internal PCIe setup or running through an external chassis like the Magma EB3T, this cable is purpose-built to support the architecture of professional Avid systems.

Recommended When Expanding or Servicing HDX Systems
If you're upgrading to an HDX2 or HDX3 system using pre-owned or refurbished cards, it's common that a Flexcable may not be included. Having a spare on hand ensures you're ready when it's time to expand your DSP horsepower. It's also recommended to keep an extra in your tech kit for studio support or mobile recording rigs, especially when dealing with mission-critical sessions.

Simple Yet Critical for System Reliability
While it may seem like a minor accessory, the HDX SATA TDM Flexcable is an essential link in the HDX chain. Without it, multiple HDX cards cannot work in tandem. If you're investing in the power of additional DSP for real-time plug-in processing and large-format sessions, this cable is a low-cost piece of insurance that your system will function correctly.