Name: 8-Slot SAS SFF Media Backplane E178
Brand: IBM
Price: 61.95 USD
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IBM 00E1078 8-Slot SAS SFF Media Backplane E178

The IBM 8-Slot SAS SFF Media Backplane E178 (part number 00E1078) is a high-density, small-form-factor backplane designed for enterprise storage servers. It provides reliable SAS connectivity for up to eight hot-swap drives in a compact layout, enabl... Read More

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Manufacturer: IBM
Model or Part: 00E1078
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Description

Overview
The IBM 8-Slot SAS SFF Media Backplane E178 (part number 00E1078) is a high-density, small-form-factor backplane designed for enterprise storage servers. It provides reliable SAS connectivity for up to eight hot-swap drives in a compact layout, enabling rapid expansion and easy maintenance while maximizing rack space efficiency.

Key Features

Eight SAS ports supporting up to 12Gbps per lane for fast data transfer
Small-form-factor design compatible with standard 2.5 inch drive bays
Hot-swap capability allows drive replacement without system shutdown
Redundant power and signal paths improve fault tolerance
Plug-and-play installation with standard SAS cables and connectors
Fully compliant with IBM Power and System x server platforms

Technical Specifications

Model/Part Number: 00E1078
Form Factor: Small Form Factor (SFF) 2.5 inch
Number of Slots: 8
SAS Interface: 12Gbps per lane, 4 lanes per slot
Connector Type: Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644) rear panel
Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 degrees Celsius
Power Consumption: Typical 5W, Max 8W
Dimensions: 5.5 in (H) x 7.0 in (W) x 1.5 in (D)
Weight: Approx 0.8 lb

Applications
The 8-Slot SAS SFF Media Backplane E178 is ideal for data center environments that demand high performance and scalability. It is commonly used in:

Enterprise servers requiring dense storage in a limited footprint
Virtualization platforms that need fast I/O for multiple virtual machines
Database and analytics workloads that benefit from high bandwidth SAS connections
Backup and archival systems where hot-swap capability reduces downtime
High-performance computing clusters that require reliable, low-latency storage access

By integrating this backplane, organizations can achieve faster data access, simplified drive management, and enhanced system reliability, all while preserving valuable rack space.