Name: 00KC960 IBM 2x 4-Bay 2.5-Inch HDD SSD Backplanes with Cable for X3550 M5 SFF
Brand: IBM
SKU: 00KC960
Price: 100.85 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 00KC960 IBM 2x 4-Bay 2.5-inch HDD SSD Backplanes with Cable provides a practical solution for connecting multiple small form factor drives within IBM X3550 M5 servers. It fits directly into the server chassis, allowing for organized and efficient drive arrangement while maintaining solid connectivity and ease of installation.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	00KC960
Alternate Part Number	00KC960-02-CT

Technical Information
Compatibility	IBM System x3550 M5 (SFF), Lenovo System x3550 M5 (SFF)

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	2.5-inch (SFF) 4-Bay x2 (two 4-bay backplanes)
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This 00KC960 backplane assembly is designed to accommodate up to eight 2.5-inch hard drives or solid-state drives, arranged in two sets of four bays. Commonly used in IBM X3550 M5 SFF servers, it provides reliable connections between drives and the system motherboard, ensuring stable data transfer. Built for data centers and IT professionals managing storage-intensive applications, this component is often found in environments that require compact yet expandable drive solutions. It benefits users who need efficient drive management without sacrificing server space. Key Features Provides secure and stable connections for multiple 2.5-inch drives Integrates seamlessly with IBM X3550 M5 small form factor chassis Includes pre-attached cables for straightforward setup Supports both HDD and SSD configurations to match performance needs Enables dense storage arrays within limited server space This backplane assembly is typically deployed in enterprise servers where maximizing storage capacity and maintaining system reliability are priorities. It plays a crucial role in ensuring drives operate effectively under constant workloads, making it a dependable choice for busy IT racks.

Use Cases
The 00KC960 IBM 2x 4-Bay 2.5-Inch HDD SSD Backplanes with Cable is primarily utilized in data center and enterprise environments where IBM X3550 M5 SFF servers operate. IT administrators managing high-density storage needs benefit from this component to streamline drive integration and maintenance within rack-mounted server infrastructure. How It's Used: Enabling scalable storage expansion in virtualization clusters within enterprise IT data centers. Supporting high-performance small form factor storage configurations for financial services workload servers. Deploying in remote office server racks requiring efficient drive organization and quick swap capabilities. Facilitating storage node upgrades in server farms focused on demand-driven compute and data throughput. Integrating into edge computing hardware setups where compact, reliable drive backplanes are essential. This backplane assembly enhances operational efficiency by ensuring secure connectivity and simplified drive management. It supports scalability and performance consistency in environments that demand dense, maintainable storage solutions aligned with IBM X3550 M5 server architectures.

00KC960 IBM 2x 4-Bay 2.5-Inch HDD SSD Backplanes with Cable for X3550 M5 SFF

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General Information

Technical Information

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