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157007-B21 HP 2-Bay LVD Ultra2 SCSI Drive Cage with Simplex Backplane

SKU:
157007-B21
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Supports two Ultra2 SCSI drives in a compact 2-bay cage
  • Includes a simplex backplane board for direct SCSI connectivity
  • Designed for LVD (Low Voltage Differential) SCSI interfaces
  • Compatible with HP server storage systems requiring reliable drive mounting
In stock

$84.00

Product Overview

The HP 2-Bay LVD Ultra2 Drive Cage with SCSI Simplex Backplane Board serves as a straightforward solution for mounting and connecting two Ultra2 SCSI drives within HP server systems. It fits into environments where reliable, low-voltage differential signaling is necessary, providing a physical and electrical interface that supports consistent data transfer and easy drive management.

General Information

Brand HP
Part Number 157007-B21

Technical Information

Series Ultra2
product type 2-Bay LVD Ultra2 Drive Cage with SCSI Simplex Backplane
Product Category Drive Cage, Backplane
Compatibility HP servers supporting 2-bay LVD Ultra2 SCSI drive cages (model dependent)

Miscellaneous

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

Physical Characteristics

Weight 5.00
Condition Refurbished


Product Description

The HP 2-Bay LVD Ultra2 Drive Cage with SCSI Simplex Backplane Board is built to house and connect two Ultra2 SCSI hard drives securely within a server chassis. This drive cage manages the physical mounting while the backplane board handles the SCSI data transmission, streamlining installation and maintenance.

Often found in enterprise servers and storage arrays, it ensures solid and stable connections for environments that demand consistent data access and performance. Storage administrators and IT professionals who manage HP server hardware typically use this component to expand or replace existing drive bays.

Key Features

  • Supports dual Ultra2 SCSI drives with LVD signaling for improved noise immunity
  • Simplex backplane board simplifies cabling by providing direct SCSI connections
  • Compact 2-bay design optimizes internal server space
  • Compatible with a range of HP ProLiant and storage servers
  • Facilitates easy drive installation and replacement with tool-less drive trays

This drive cage is commonly deployed inside rack or tower HP servers where hot-swappable or fixed storage drives are required. Its role in maintaining secure, low-noise SCSI connections helps sustain system reliability during heavy workloads.

By integrating this cage, data centers can maintain orderly drive management and simplify hardware upgrades or repairs, supporting smooth long-term server operation.


Use Cases

The HP 2-Bay LVD Ultra2 Drive Cage with SCSI Simplex Backplane Board is primarily used in enterprise and data center environments where legacy Ultra2 SCSI drives remain in operation. It benefits IT professionals managing server storage upgrades or consolidations who require a reliable and compact solution for mounting and connecting multiple drives in constrained rack or tower server chassis.

How It's Used:

  • Deploying additional storage in legacy HP server systems within data centers to extend useful hardware life.
  • Supporting small and medium business (SMB) environments needing stable storage expansion without full system replacement.
  • Integrating into virtualization clusters where consistent and low-latency SCSI connections are critical for workload performance.
  • Facilitating remote office or branch server setups with limited physical space while maintaining enterprise-grade connectivity.
  • Enabling hardware migration projects by providing a standardized interface for data transfer between older and newer SCSI-equipped servers.

This drive cage supports operational continuity by ensuring dependable physical and electrical connections in legacy storage deployments. Its compact design optimizes server chassis space, aiding scalability while maintaining consistent data transfer performance in demanding IT infrastructures.


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157007-B21 HP 2-Bay LVD Ultra2 SCSI Drive Cage with Simplex Backplane
157007-B21 HP 2-Bay LVD Ultra2 SCSI Drive Cage with Simplex Backplane
$84.00