IBM 00VK730 12-Slot SAS SFF-3 Backplane (2b09)

IBM 00VK730 12-Slot SAS SFF-3 Backplane (2b09)
IBM 00VK730 12-Slot SAS SFF-3 Backplane (2b09)
IBM part number 00VK730 is a high performance 12-slot SAS SFF-3 backplane designed for enterprise storage enclosures. This compact backplane provides reliable, high speed connectivity for small form factor drives while maintaining the robust build qu... Read More
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$79.95
  • In Stock: 7
  • Manufacturer: IBM
  • Model or Part: 00VK730
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
IBM part number 00VK730 is a high performance 12-slot SAS SFF-3 backplane designed for enterprise storage enclosures. This compact backplane provides reliable, high speed connectivity for small form factor drives while maintaining the robust build quality associated with IBM. It is ideal for blade servers, modular storage arrays and dense rack solutions where space and performance are critical.

Key Features

  • Supports up to twelve SAS drives in a single SFF-3 form factor
  • Full duplex 12Gb/s SAS signalling for maximum throughput
  • Hot swap capable - drives can be added or removed without powering down the system
  • Integrated power and data routing reduces cabling complexity
  • Designed for 24x7 operation in data center environments
  • Compatible with IBM Flex System and other industry standard chassis

Technical Specifications

  • Form factor: SFF-3 (small form factor 3)
  • Number of slots: 12 SAS slots
  • Supported SAS protocol: SAS 3.0 (12Gb/s)
  • Connector type: Standard SFF-3 connectors
  • Power consumption: Typical 5 watts per backplane
  • Operating temperature: 0 to 55 deg Celsius
  • Operating humidity: 5 to 95 percent non condensing
  • Dimensions: 10.5 inches (width) x 1.0 inch (height) x 12.0 inches (depth)
  • Mounting: Rack mountable with standard 19 inch rail kits

Applications
This backplane is perfect for:

  • Blade server storage modules that require high density SAS drive bays
  • Modular storage arrays in enterprise data centers
  • High performance computing clusters where fast I/O is essential
  • Virtualization platforms that need reliable hot swap drive capability
  • Backup and archival systems that demand consistent SAS connectivity

By choosing the IBM 12-slot SAS SFF-3 backplane, organizations gain a dependable foundation for scalable storage solutions, ensuring fast data access, easy maintenance and long term reliability.