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- In Stock: 1
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Model or Part: XN9T2
- Note: Genuine Dell branded.
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 1.00lb
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Overview
The Dell Cable Expander NVME A2/B2 for the R740 server (part number XN9T2) is a precision engineered adapter that expands the connectivity options for NVMe storage devices. Designed to fit seamlessly into the Dell PowerEdge R740 chassis, this expander enables you to add multiple NVMe drives without compromising the integrity of the system board. It provides a reliable, high-performance pathway for data, making it ideal for demanding workloads such as virtualization, database acceleration, and high-speed analytics.
Key Features
- Optimized for Dell PowerEdge R740 and R740xd platforms
- Supports up to four NVMe SSDs via a single PCIe 3.0 x8 interface
- Low latency design ensures maximum data throughput
- Plug-and-play installation with no additional firmware required
- Robust shielding reduces electromagnetic interference
- Compact form factor that fits within existing drive bays
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: XN9T2
- Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8 (upstream) to four x4 NVMe slots (downstream)
- Supported NVMe form factor: M.2 2280
- Operating temperature: 0 to 55 degrees Celsius
- Power consumption: typical 5 watts per adapter
- Dimensions: 2.5 inch (U.2) compatible enclosure
- Compliance: RoHS, WEEE
Applications
The Cable Expander NVME A2/B2 is perfect for enterprises that need to scale storage capacity and performance quickly. Typical use cases include:
- Hyper-converged infrastructure with high I/O demand
- Data-intensive workloads such as AI, machine learning, and big data analytics
- Enterprise databases requiring low latency access
- Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) environments
- Backup and archival solutions that benefit from fast NVMe storage
By adding the Dell Cable Expander NVME A2/B2 to your R740 server, you unlock additional storage lanes while maintaining the reliability and manageability that Dell systems are known for.