The useful distinction
Recognize it. Then verify it.
MCIO (Mini Cool Edge I/O) is a high-density internal interconnect family associated with SFF-TA-1016 and offered in multiple circuit and lane configurations. [C262A]
Source-scoped identification facts
Each value retains its exact example, role and measurement axis. Facts from different parts must not be combined into an invented component.
| Positions / cavity span | 148 (Claim C262B)S325Recorded source-scoped values; named examples do not describe every family variant or establish compatibility. V48 family-level mechanical context only; MCIO circuit count and pinout remain variant-specific and no universal contact map is published. |
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| Contact pitch | 0.6 mm Mating-interface pitch; 0.6 mm Source-described pitch / centerline (Claim C262B); 0.6 mm published connector family pitchS325 · S911Named source examples retain separate role, part, view and axis limits; values are not a universal family specification. nominal_identifier; Mini Cool Edge I/O high-speed internal connector family V48 family-level mechanical context only; MCIO circuit count and pinout remain variant-specific and no universal contact map is published. Named series only, not every family part: Molex Mini Cool Edge MCIO family. 38–148circuits; vertical/right-angle/plug configurations differ. No complete part suffix or geometry inferred. |
| Keying / polarization | Anti-slant and anti-reverse contact-protection design; pull-tab optionsS911Named source examples retain separate role, part, view and axis limits; values are not a universal family specification. Named series only, not every family part: Molex Mini Cool Edge MCIO family. 38–148circuits; vertical/right-angle/plug configurations differ. No complete part suffix or geometry inferred. |
| Manufacturer | MolexS911Named source examples retain separate role, part, view and axis limits; values are not a universal family specification. Named series only, not every family part: Molex Mini Cool Edge MCIO family. 38–148circuits; vertical/right-angle/plug configurations differ. No complete part suffix or geometry inferred. |
| Series | Mini Cool Edge MCIOS911Named source examples retain separate role, part, view and axis limits; values are not a universal family specification. Named series only, not every family part: Molex Mini Cool Edge MCIO family. 38–148circuits; vertical/right-angle/plug configurations differ. No complete part suffix or geometry inferred. |
Not recorded: Nominal contacts, Populated contacts, Contact rows, Dimensions / axis, Connector role, Contact gender / arrangement, Mounting, Coupling / latch, Shell / form, Exact part / implementation, Recorded markings, View convention. Unknown fields stay unknown; illustrations supply no measurements or pin assignments.
Recorded variant and source limits
- MCIO circuit count, lane count and pinout are variant-specific; no single universal contact count or assignment is published here.
- PCIe generation capability is an implementation/system property and is not inferred from shell recognition alone.
Bounded facts, visible unknowns
Specifications and limits
| Documented identification | Connector-family identity is source-backed; exact variant/count remains implementation-specific. [C262A] |
|---|---|
| Mechanical dimensions | No independently reviewed mechanical drawing in V43; do not use this page for fabrication, fit testing or tolerance work. |
| Engineering pinout | Source-checked engineering profile available; independent review pending. Open engineering profile → |
| Verified device list | Not included. Check exact device and accessory documentation. |
Use the source-backed form or position count only for identification. Resolve ratings, protocol, direction, wiring, cable construction and exact device support from the relevant equipment and component documentation.
Before you connect
What to check
- Identify the exact connector family and variant from the equipment or cable documentation.
- Keep shape, contact count, protocol, electrical rating and device support as separate facts.
- Do not force, rewire or adapt a connector from this recognition record; resolve the remaining requirements first.
What is not established
This field note does not approve a connection, adapter, cable assembly, rewiring scheme or fabricated part. It intentionally omits unsupported pin assignments and mechanical tolerances.
Your next step
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The source trail
Evidence for this page
AI-assisted inspection is not independent engineering review. Source scope and access limitations are disclosed below. Procedural checklists are editorial requirements, not hardware measurements.
Molex documents Mini Cool Edge I/O (MCIO) as a high-speed internal connector family offered in multiple circuit and lane configurations rather than one universal contact count.
Molex · Mini Cool Edge I/O (MCIO) connector system ↗S282: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)
