This is a Supermicro 12-Bay 3.5" 12Gb/s SAS3/SATA 2U Backplane (P/N: BPN-SAS3-826A REV: 1.11). Designed for Supermicro's 2U rackmount chassis, this backplane provides robust storage connectivity for up to twelve (12) 3.5-inch hard disk drives (HDDs) or solid-state drives (SSDs). It is a crucial component for building high-capacity, high-performance storage servers.
The backplane supports the latest 12Gb/s SAS3 (Serial Attached SCSI 3.0) standard, enabling maximum data transfer rates for enterprise-grade SAS drives, and is fully backward compatible with 6Gb/s SATA drives. It features dual SFF-8643 internal Mini-SAS HD connectors, allowing you to connect two SAS/RAID controllers or a single controller with dual channels for redundant pathways or increased throughput. This backplane is compatible with Supermicro's X11, X12, and X13 series Dual Processor (DP) motherboards, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance. It's an ideal choice for expanding the storage capabilities of your Supermicro server, catering to demanding applications such as large-scale data storage, virtualization, and backup solutions.
Key Features
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12-Bay 3.5" Support: Accommodates up to twelve (12) 3.5-inch SAS or SATA drives.
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12Gb/s SAS3/SATA Support: High-speed 12Gb/s SAS3 interface, backward compatible with 6Gb/s SATA drives.
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Dual SFF-8643 Connectors: Provides two Mini-SAS HD inputs for connecting to RAID controllers or HBAs.
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2U Form Factor: Designed for integration into Supermicro 2U rackmount server chassis.
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Broad Motherboard Compatibility: Works with Supermicro X11, X12, and X13 series Dual Processor (DP) motherboards.
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High-Density Storage: Enables high-capacity storage configurations for data-intensive applications.
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Enhanced Data Throughput: Leverages 12Gb/s speeds for faster read/write operations.
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Genuine Supermicro Part: Ensures optimal compatibility and reliability within Supermicro systems.
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Hot-Swap Drive Support: Facilitates easy drive replacement without system downtime (with compatible drives/controller).
