Name: x3650 M2 4-Slot Hot-Swap SAS / SATA Hard Drive Expansion K
Brand: IBM
Price: 285.95 USD
Availability: InStock

IBM 46D2516 x3650 M2 4-Slot Hot-Swap SAS / SATA Hard Drive Expansion K

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Manufacturer: IBM
Model or Part: 46D2516
Condition: Refurbished
Weight: 2.00lb

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Description

Overview

The IBM x3650 M2 4-Slot Hot-Swap SAS / SATA Hard Drive Expansion K (part number 46D2516) is a versatile storage backplane designed to extend the capacity of your IBM System x3650 M2 server. This expansion kit adds four additional drive bays that support both SAS and SATA drives, allowing you to scale performance or increase data redundancy without interrupting server operation.

Key Features

Four hot-swap capable drive slots for easy replacement and upgrades
Supports 3Gb/s SAS and 6Gb/s SATA interfaces for flexible storage options
Compatible with a wide range of 2.5 inch and 3.5 inch drives
LED status indicators provide real time drive health monitoring
Designed for seamless integration with IBM System x3650 M2 chassis
Tool-less installation reduces downtime during upgrades

Technical Specifications

Model/Part Number: 46D2516
Drive Type: SAS or SATA (both 3Gb/s and 6Gb/s supported)
Form Factor: 4 x 2.5 inch or 3.5 inch hot-swap bays
Connector Type: Standard 4x Mini SAS HD connectors
Power Consumption: Approx 15 watts per populated bay
Operating Temperature Range: 0 deg to 55 deg C (32 deg to 131 deg F)
Dimensions: Fits within the existing IBM x3650 M2 chassis envelope

Typical Applications

Enterprise data centers requiring scalable storage for virtual machines and databases
High performance computing clusters that need fast SAS drives for I/O intensive workloads
Backup and archival solutions using high capacity SATA drives
Any environment where hot-swap capability minimizes service interruptions

This expansion kit delivers the flexibility to adapt your server storage strategy as business needs evolve, providing reliable performance while maintaining the robust IBM platform standards.