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Sun 501-4440 Board Disk Backplane, SCSI, 12-Slot, 501-4440 12-S
- Type: Disk Backplane
- Slot Count: 12-Slot
- Interface: SCSI
- Form Factor: Typically internal chassis component
- Purpose: Connects multiple hard drives
- Brand: Sun Microsystems
- Model Number: 501-4440
- Compatibility: Sun servers/storage systems
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Product Overview
The Sun 501-4440 is a 12-slot Disk Backplane designed for SCSI interfaces. This backplane serves as a central connection point for multiple hard drives within a server or storage system, facilitating data transfer and power distribution via SCSI connections.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Disk Backplane |
| Brand | Sun Microsystems |
| Part Number | 501-4440 |
Additional Specifications
| Number of Slots | 12 |
| Interface | SCSI |
Product Description
The Sun 501-4440 is a critical component within Sun Microsystems' server and storage solutions, functioning as a 12-slot SCSI disk backplane. This backplane provides the physical interface and electrical connections necessary to integrate up to twelve SCSI hard drives into a single system chassis. It acts as a central hub, simplifying the cabling and management of multiple drives by consolidating their connections to the system's SCSI controller. Designed specifically for SCSI interfaces, this backplane ensures compatibility with a range of SCSI drives, supporting the high-speed data transfer protocols inherent to this interface. The 12-slot configuration offers significant storage density, making it suitable for applications requiring large amounts of local storage, such as file servers, application servers, or data archiving systems. It facilitates hot-swapping capabilities if supported by the overall system design, allowing drives to be added or removed without powering down the server. This component is essential for building or expanding storage capacity in systems that rely on SCSI technology. Its robust design ensures reliable connectivity and power delivery to each drive bay, contributing to the overall stability and performance of the storage subsystem. The Sun 501-4440 represents a foundational element for managing and accessing data from multiple SCSI hard drives within a Sun environment.
