Name: RW781 Dell Side Plane Riser PCIe Expansion Card for PowerEdge 2950
Brand: Dell
SKU: RW781
Price: 100.85 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The RW781 Dell Side Plane Riser acts as an expansion accessory that fits into the PowerEdge 2950 server, enabling additional PCIe cards to be installed. It’s a practical solution for users looking to increase their server’s hardware capabilities in an efficient and space-conscious manner.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	RW781

Technical Specification
Host Interface	PCI Express (PCIe)
Ports	2
Compatibility	Dell PowerEdge 2950

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Side-plane riser card (PCIe riser)
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The RW781 Dell Side Plane Riser is designed to expand the PCIe capabilities of PowerEdge 2950 servers. It's commonly used in server environments where extra expansion slots are needed to accommodate additional network cards, storage controllers, or other PCIe devices. Built for IT professionals and system administrators managing PowerEdge 2950 systems, this riser ensures seamless hardware upgrades without altering the main server chassis. Its side plane design allows for efficient use of internal space while maintaining airflow and system stability. Key Features Built specifically for Dell PowerEdge 2950 compatibility Enables additional PCIe card installation without major server modifications Compact side plane form factor maximizes internal server space Maintains proper airflow to prevent overheating during intensive tasks Reliable connection ensuring stable data transfer and system performance This riser is typically found in data centers or enterprise IT setups where upgrading server hardware is necessary to meet growing workload demands. It plays a practical role in extending the lifespan and versatility of PowerEdge 2950 servers by allowing more flexible hardware configurations.

Use Cases
The RW781 Dell Side Plane Riser is primarily utilized within data center environments running Dell PowerEdge 2950 servers, where expanding PCIe capabilities is essential for enhancing server performance. IT administrators managing virtualization workloads or storage-intensive applications benefit from its ability to increase available expansion slots without compromising server density. How It's Used: Expanding PCIe slots in enterprise IT racks to support additional network interface cards for increased throughput. Enhancing virtualization servers in SMB data centers by allowing installation of RAID or HBA cards for improved storage management. Supporting remote office server setups that require additional hardware acceleration via GPU or specialized PCIe cards. Integrating additional expansion cards in storage clusters to optimize I/O performance and redundancy. Upgrading legacy PowerEdge 2950 servers in long-term deployment scenarios to maintain compatibility with newer PCIe peripherals. By facilitating efficient PCIe expansion, the RW781 riser supports scalable server configurations, enabling organizations to adapt infrastructure to evolving workload demands. This flexibility helps maintain optimal operational efficiency in complex IT environments without necessitating full server replacements.

RW781 Dell Side Plane Riser PCIe Expansion Card for PowerEdge 2950

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases