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90Y5088 IBM 3-Bay 3.5-Inch Hard Drive Backplane for System x3550 M4

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90Y5088

Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Compatible with IBM System x3550 M4 servers
  • Supports up to three 3.5-inch hard drives
  • Hot-swappable backplane design for easy drive replacement
  • Ensures reliable data connection and power delivery
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$134.59
Product Overview

The 90Y5088 IBM 3-Bay 3.5-Inch Hard Drive Backplane serves as an intermediary between multiple hard drives and the system motherboard in the x3550 M4 server. It provides reliable connections for three 3.5-inch drives, supporting both data transfer and power needs within a compact, hot-swappable design suited for enterprise server environments.

General Information
Brand IBM
Part Number 90Y5088
Alternate Part Number 90Y5088-02-CT
Technical Information
Compatibility IBM System x3550 M4
Miscellaneous
Assembly Required Yes
Eco Friendly Yes
Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL
Physical Characteristics
Form Factor 3.5-inch, 3-bay
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished


Product Description

This 3-bay 3.5-inch hard drive backplane is built for IBM System x3550 M4 servers, providing a secure and efficient interface for connecting multiple drives. It is commonly used in enterprise environments where server storage flexibility and maintenance speed are critical.

Often found in data centers and IT infrastructures, it benefits system administrators and IT professionals by simplifying drive management through hot-swappable bays. This component enables quick drive swaps without powering down the server, reducing downtime.

Key Features

  • Supports up to three 3.5-inch SATA or SAS drives
  • Hot-swap capability allows drive replacement without system shutdown
  • Designed specifically for System x3550 M4 server compatibility
  • Durable connectors ensure stable data and power transmission
  • Facilitates efficient storage expansion and maintenance

This backplane is typically installed in rack-mounted servers where uptime and drive accessibility are essential. Its role in maintaining server storage health is vital, especially in environments requiring rapid hardware servicing.

By using this backplane, IT teams can streamline storage upgrades and repairs, helping to maintain consistent server performance.


Use Cases

The 90Y5088 backplane is integral for server storage management and expansion in enterprise environments.

How It's Used:

  • Installation in IBM System x3550 M4 servers to enable three 3.5-inch drive bays
  • Facilitating hot-swapping of hard drives during maintenance or upgrades
  • Supporting both SAS and SATA hard drives for flexible storage configurations
  • Ensuring consistent power and data connections to prevent drive failures
  • Allowing IT staff to quickly replace drives without server downtime

By integrating this backplane, organizations can maintain high availability and scalability of their server storage infrastructure.


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90Y5088 IBM 3-Bay 3.5-Inch Hard Drive Backplane for System x3550 M4
90Y5088 IBM 3-Bay 3.5-Inch Hard Drive Backplane for System x3550 M4
$134.59