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Dell MX827 8-Slots SAS/SATA Hard Drive Backplane Board
- Supports 8 x SAS/SATA Hard Drive Bays
- Provides direct connection for HDDs to the server's storage controller
- Enables hot-swapping of drives in supported configurations
- Designed for Dell PowerEdge server systems
- Facilitates storage expansion and drive management
- Ensures reliable data transfer between drives and the system
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Product Overview
The Dell MX827 is a SAS/SATA hard drive backplane board designed for Dell PowerEdge servers. It supports up to 8 drives, providing a robust connection interface for both SAS and SATA hard disk drives. This backplane is crucial for storage expansion and management within compatible server chassis.
Technical Information
| Drive Bays | 8 |
| Interface Type | SAS/SATA |
Additional Specifications
| Compatibility | Dell PowerEdge Servers |
| Function | Hard Drive Backplane Board |
Product Description
The Dell MX827 backplane board serves as the central connection point for multiple hard drives within a Dell PowerEdge server. This board is engineered to accommodate up to eight SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) or SATA (Serial ATA) drives, offering significant storage capacity and flexibility. It integrates seamlessly with the server's internal architecture, providing the necessary electrical pathways for data and power to and from each drive bay. This backplane is essential for systems that require high storage density and performance. By supporting both SAS and SATA interfaces, it allows for a mix of drive types, catering to different performance and cost requirements. The design often includes features that support hot-swapping, enabling drives to be added or removed without shutting down the server, which is critical for maintaining uptime and facilitating maintenance or upgrades. As a key component of the server's storage subsystem, the MX827 ensures reliable communication between the drives and the RAID controller or host bus adapter (HBA). Its robust construction and precise engineering are vital for the integrity of data storage operations. This backplane is specifically designed for compatibility with certain Dell PowerEdge server models, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance within those systems.
