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- In Stock: 12
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: FMT3P
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM FMT3P 2.5" to 3.5" Single Hard Drive Adapter Caddy is a precision engineered solution that lets you install a standard 2.5 inch SATA hard drive or SSD into a 3.5 inch drive bay. Designed for IBM servers and storage enclosures, this caddy provides a secure, tool-less mounting method while maintaining optimal alignment for data and power connectors. Its rugged aluminum construction offers excellent heat dissipation and durability, making it ideal for data center upgrades, office servers, and high performance workstations.
Key Features
- Universal fit for 2.5 inch SATA drives (HDD or SSD) in a 3.5 inch bay
- Tool-less snap-in design for fast installation and removal
- Aluminum chassis for superior heat dissipation and structural strength
- Integrated SATA power and data connectors for reliable signal integrity
- Secure locking mechanism to prevent drive movement during vibration or transport
- Compatible with IBM System x, BladeCenter, and other IBM server platforms
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: FMT3P
- Supported drive size: 2.5 inch (7 mm or 9.5 mm thickness)
- Target bay size: 3.5 inch
- Interface: SATA I/II/III (6 Gb/s max)
- Power connector: Standard SATA power
- Material: CNC machined aluminum with steel reinforcement
- Dimensions (caddy only): 101 mm x 146 mm x 25 mm
- Weight: approx 0.45 kg
Applications
- Upgrading legacy IBM servers with modern SSD storage for faster boot and application performance
- Replacing failed 2.5 inch drives in high availability environments without downtime
- Deploying additional storage in blade or rack servers where space is limited
- Testing and prototyping new storage configurations in lab settings
- Field service and on-site maintenance for IBM hardware