Lenovo ThinkSystem SR590 2.5" AnyBay 8-Bay Backplane Kit

Unlock scalable, enterprise-grade storage for your Lenovo ThinkSystem SR590 with the 2.5" AnyBay 8-Bay Backplane Kit. This backplane kit is engineered to slot into the SR590 chassis, delivering eight hot-swappable 2.5-inch drive bays that empower data centers to grow capacity without sacrificing performance or uptime. Built to Lenovo’s exacting standards, it integrates seamlessly with ThinkSystem storage controllers, management tools, and firmware, providing a reliable foundation for virtualized environments, databases, analytics, and other demanding workloads. The kit emphasizes simplicity of deployment, streamlined maintenance, and robust resilience, helping IT teams optimize rack space, reduce downtime, and accelerate data access across mission-critical applications.

• Eight hot-swappable 2.5-inch drive bays provide scalable storage capacity and flexible drive configurations, enabling rapid expansion as data needs evolve while minimizing downtime during maintenance or upgrades.
• AnyBay compatibility for ThinkSystem ecosystems ensures smooth integration with Lenovo storage controllers and management utilities, simplifying deployment, monitoring, and ongoing administration across your data center.
• Easy installation and serviceability—designed to snap into the SR590 chassis with minimal tools, reducing server downtime and enabling fast drive replacements without comprehensive disassembly.
• Optimized cooling and airflow engineered to sustain high performance under heavy I/O workloads, helping maintain consistent throughput and reliability in demanding environments.
• Enterprise-grade reliability and support backed by Lenovo firmware validation, warranty options, and seamless serviceability, ensuring long-term operation and predictable maintenance cycles.

The ThinkSystem SR590 is a workhorse for modern data centers, and this backplane kit complements that strength by delivering a scalable, modular storage path. With eight bays, administrators can separate performance-sensitive workloads from archival data, implement tiered storage strategies, and rapidly reposition drives to meet changing business demands. The backplane is designed to minimize wiring complexity and maximize airflow through the chassis, helping to keep drives cool even during consecutive peak-load periods. By aligning with Lenovo’s validated hardware and firmware stack, this kit supports reliable drive operation, consistent I/O throughput, and smoother firmware updates across the storage subsystem. Whether you’re running virtualization platforms, database engines, or large-scale file services, the 8-Bay AnyBay backplane provides a flexible, future-ready foundation that scales with your workloads while preserving the integrity and availability of your data.

Technical Details of Lenovo ThinkSystem SR590 2.5" AnyBay 8-Bay Backplane Kit

• Backplane type: 8-bay 2.5-inch drive backplane (AnyBay)
• Drive support: Eight hot-swappable 2.5-inch drives, compatible with standard enterprise SAS/SATA drives
• Interface: Direct interconnects to the server’s storage controllers for streamlined data transfer
• Form factor compatibility: Specifically designed for Lenovo ThinkSystem SR590 2U chassis
• Power and cabling: Integrated connections aligned with SR590 power and data routing requirements for reliable operation

How to install Lenovo ThinkSystem SR590 2.5" AnyBay 8-Bay Backplane Kit

• Power down the server, unplug power cords, and discharge any static electricity before beginning installation.
• Open the chassis side panels and remove any existing backplane or drive sleds as directed by the SR590 service manual.
• Position the backplane kit in the drive cage area, aligning mounting holes with the chassis and securing it with the appropriate screws or fasteners.
• Connect the backplane interconnect cables to the server’s storage controller or riser card, ensuring cables are routed to avoid obstruction of fans and airflow.
• Install the eight 2.5-inch drive sleds into the backplane bays until they seat firmly, then reassemble the chassis panels.
• Reconnect power, boot the server, and use Lenovo management tools to configure the new drives, verify detection, and set up any required storage pools or RAID configurations.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What does the Lenovo ThinkSystem SR590 2.5" AnyBay 8-Bay Backplane Kit provide?
  A: It adds eight hot-swappable 2.5-inch drive bays to the SR590, enabling scalable storage expansion and flexible drive configurations for demanding workloads.
• Q: Is this backplane compatible with other ThinkSystem servers?
  A: The kit is designed for the SR590 chassis; compatibility with other models depends on chassis form factors and interconnects—consult Lenovo compatibility guides before upgrading.
• Q: Can I mix drive types (SSDs and HDDs) in the eight bays?
  A: The backplane supports standard 2.5-inch SAS/SATA drives; mixing drive types should align with your storage controller’s guidelines and performance considerations.
• Q: Will I need additional cables or controllers?
  A: The backplane connects to the server’s storage controller; some configurations may require specific cables or adapters as outlined in the installation guide and Lenovo documentation.