IBM 701X/5668 6-Slot SAS LFF Disk DASD Backplane Board

SKU 701X/5668

Brand IBM

Supports 6 x 3.5-inch SAS drives (LFF).
DASD (Direct Access Storage Device) backplane.
SAS interface for high-speed data transfer.
Facilitates hot-swap functionality for drives.
Designed for specific IBM server models.
Integral part of the server's storage subsystem.

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Key specifications

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Product Type: Backplane Board
Drive Bays: 6 x 3.5-inch (LFF)
Interface: SAS
Form Factor: Large Form Factor (LFF)

Product details

This IBM 701X/5668 is a 6-slot SAS LFF (Large Form Factor) Disk DASD Backplane Board. It is designed to provide connectivity for six 3.5-inch SAS hard drives or SSDs within compatible IBM server systems.

Technical Information

Product Type	Backplane Board
Drive Bays	6 x 3.5-inch (LFF)

Additional Specifications

Interface	SAS
Form Factor	Large Form Factor (LFF)

Description

The IBM 701X/5668 is a specialized backplane board engineered to manage and connect Large Form Factor (LFF) SAS drives within IBM server configurations. It features six bays, each designed to accommodate a 3.5-inch SAS hard disk drive or solid-state drive. This board is a critical component of the server's Direct Access Storage Device (DASD) subsystem, providing the physical and electrical interface necessary for these storage units to communicate with the server's main system board and storage controllers. Leveraging the SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, the 701X/5668 ensures high-speed, reliable data transfer rates, which are essential for demanding enterprise applications, databases, and virtualization environments. The backplane typically supports hot-swap capabilities, allowing for the addition or removal of drives without interrupting server operations. This feature is paramount for maintaining system uptime and facilitating seamless storage management and upgrades. This backplane board is designed for integration into specific IBM server models, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance. Its robust construction and adherence to IBM's stringent quality standards guarantee durability and consistent operation. The 701X/5668 is fundamental for building scalable and high-performance storage solutions within IBM's server ecosystem.

Condition: Refurbished