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Dell W3N15 2-Bay SFF SAS 2.5-inch Hard Drive Backplane
- Supports two (2) 2.5-inch SAS hard drives.
- Designed for Dell server chassis.
- Enables hot-swapping of drives (if supported by server).
- Provides SAS connectivity for high-speed data transfer.
- Facilitates storage expansion and RAID configurations.
- Compact 2-bay SFF design.
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Product Overview
The Dell W3N15 is a 2-bay Small Form Factor (SFF) hard drive backplane designed for Dell servers. It supports 2.5-inch SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) hard drives, enabling high-speed data transfer and storage expansion within compatible Dell systems.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Hard Drive Backplane |
| Bays | 2 |
| Drive Size | 2.5-inch |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | SAS |
| Compatibility | Dell Servers |
Product Description
The Dell W3N15 backplane is a critical component for expanding storage capacity in Dell's Small Form Factor (SFF) server platforms. It allows for the installation and connection of two 2.5-inch SAS hard drives, providing a robust and high-performance storage solution. The SAS interface ensures superior data transfer rates compared to older interfaces, making it suitable for demanding enterprise workloads that require fast access to data. This backplane is engineered to integrate seamlessly with Dell's server infrastructure, often supporting features like hot-swapping. Hot-swapping allows administrators to replace or add drives without powering down the server, minimizing downtime and maintaining continuous operation. This capability is essential for environments where uptime is paramount, such as data centers and mission-critical applications. By providing a dedicated connection point for two SAS drives, the W3N15 backplane simplifies the process of building or upgrading storage arrays. It is a foundational element for implementing RAID configurations, which enhance data redundancy and performance. The SFF design ensures it fits within the compact chassis of many Dell servers, optimizing space utilization.
