Name: Y028W Dell Backplane HDD 10x2.5-inch for PowerEdge R620
Brand: Dell
SKU: Y028W
Price: 85.54 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Y028W Dell Backplane HDD 10x2.5-inch for PowerEdge R620 connects multiple drives within the server chassis, making it easier to manage large storage arrays. It fits into Dell’s PowerEdge R620 server to provide reliable power and data paths for up to ten 2.5-inch drives, supporting both HDDs and SSDs. This backplane is a practical component in environments where dense storage and easy drive replacement are important.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	Y028W (Dell P/N 0Y028W)

Technical Information
Compatibility	Dell PowerEdge R620 (10 x 2.5" drive chassis/configurations)

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, 10-bay (10 x 2.5")
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This Y028W Dell backplane is built specifically for the PowerEdge R620 server, enabling the installation and management of up to ten 2.5-inch hard drives or solid-state drives. It plays a crucial role in connecting drives to the server’s motherboard, ensuring reliable data transfer and power delivery. Often found in data centers and enterprise environments, this backplane supports hot-swappable drives, which makes it easier for IT professionals to replace or upgrade storage without shutting down the server. Its design caters to users who require dense storage solutions in a compact rack server. Key Features Provides connectivity for 10x 2.5-inch drives in PowerEdge R620 Supports both HDD and SSD configurations to suit different performance needs Allows hot-swapping to minimize downtime during maintenance Engineered to fit perfectly within Dell’s server chassis Ensures stable power and data signals for reliable operation This backplane is typically deployed in enterprise servers where maximizing storage in limited space is critical. It helps maintain high availability and ease of service, which is essential for business continuity and efficient data management.

Use Cases
The Y028W Dell Backplane HDD 10x2.5-inch is primarily deployed within Dell PowerEdge R620 servers, serving environments requiring high-density, scalable storage solutions. IT administrators in enterprise data centers and virtualization platforms benefit from its ability to streamline drive management and support hot-swappable HDDs and SSDs without downtime. How It's Used: Deployed in enterprise virtualization clusters where dense 2.5-inch storage arrays are essential for hosting multiple virtual machines efficiently. Utilized by data center operators to facilitate quick replacement and maintenance of drives in high-availability rack-mounted servers. Applied in SMB networks requiring scalable storage expansion within compact server form factors without compromising performance. Integrated into storage-centric workloads such as database servers that demand reliable and consistent drive connectivity for I/O-intensive operations. Used in edge computing deployments where space and serviceability of server components are critical factors. This backplane enhances operational efficiency by enabling seamless drive swaps and maintaining robust data paths, which is vital for maintaining uptime. Its compatibility with multiple drive types and dense storage configurations supports scalable infrastructure growth aligned with evolving workload demands.

Y028W Dell Backplane HDD 10x2.5-inch for PowerEdge R620

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Miscellaneous

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases