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- In Stock: 2
- Manufacturer: Sun Microsystems
- Model or Part: 373-0020
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The Sun Microsystems Disk Back Plane U40 (part number 373-0020) is a high-density backplane designed for enterprise storage enclosures. Engineered to provide reliable, low-latency connectivity between disk drives and the host controller, this back plane delivers robust performance in mission critical environments such as data centers, server farms and high-availability clusters.
Key Features
- Optimized for Sun U40 storage chassis and compatible with a wide range of SAS/SATA drives
- Solid copper backplane construction for superior signal integrity and heat dissipation
- Hot-swap capable design allows drive replacement without system downtime
- Built-in EMI shielding reduces interference and improves overall system stability
- Easy installation with tool-free mounting brackets and clear labeling
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Sun Microsystems
- Model/Part Number: 373-0020
- Form Factor: U40 backplane size, fits standard 19 inch rack units
- Connector Type: Dual port SAS 3.0 (12 Gbps) with optional SATA compatibility
- Number of Drive Slots: Supports up to 8 hot-swap drives
- Power Requirements: 5 VDC auxiliary supply, draws less than 2 watts per slot
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 degrees Celsius (32 to 131 Fahrenheit)
- Environmental Rating: RoHS compliant, lead free solder
Applications
This Disk Back Plane U40 is ideal for:
- Enterprise server storage arrays that demand high throughput and reliability
- Virtualisation platforms where fast disk access speeds are critical
- Backup and archival systems requiring hot-swap capability for continuous operation
- High performance computing clusters that need low latency data paths
- Any Sun Microsystems U40 chassis upgrade or replacement project
Upgrade your storage infrastructure with the Sun Disk Back Plane U40 and experience dependable, high-speed connectivity that maximizes uptime and protects your valuable data.