Supermicro SATA Hard Drive Backplane

SupermicroSKU: 1076189

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Supermicro SATA Hard Drive Backplane

The Supermicro SATA Hard Drive Backplane is a purpose-built storage accessory engineered to maximize uptime, simplify maintenance, and scale your server’s storage capacity with confidence. Designed for 3.5-inch drive bays and compatible with standard SATA HDDs, this backplane streamlines drive installation, provides reliable hot-swapping, and integrates seamlessly into a wide range of Supermicro chassis. If you’re building or expanding a data center, a business-grade server, or a high-availability storage array, this backplane delivers the reliability, signal integrity, and rugged build you expect from Supermicro. It’s a smart, cost-efficient upgrade that helps you optimize I/O performance, manage cables more cleanly, and keep your servers online longer. The result is a backbone component that supports consistent data access, predictable maintenance windows, and scalable storage growth without requiring a complete system overhaul.

  • Seamless hot-swappable bays and maintenance-friendly design. This backplane is engineered to support easy drive replacement without powering down your system. Tool-less drive sleds, together with a sturdy chassis interface, let technicians swap disks quickly in busy data centers or IT rooms. With clear indicators and robust latching mechanisms, you’ll experience fewer wear-and-tear issues and faster maintenance cycles, reducing downtime during both planned upgrades and urgent recovery scenarios.
  • Reliable SATA connectivity and signal integrity. The backplane provides a dedicated data path to every drive, preserving performance and access times across the entire array. Built with high-quality traces and shielding, it minimizes crosstalk and EMI, ensuring consistent throughput even in dense server environments. This translates to smoother reads/writes, lower error rates, and improved overall storage reliability for databases, virtualization hosts, and large-scale applications.
  • Efficient thermal and airflow design for data center environments. The backplane’s architecture emphasizes airflow efficiency, helping to maintain drive temperatures within optimal ranges. By optimizing heat dissipation in tightly packed chassis, it contributes to longer drive life, steadier performance, and quieter operation—crucial benefits in both noisy data rooms and quieter office server closets.
  • Easy integration with Supermicro ecosystems and chassis families. Built to align with Supermicro’s modular chassis approaches, this backplane fits a broad range of blade, tower, and rack-mount configurations. Its standardized connector layout and mounting points simplify installation within existing systems, enabling you to scale storage without reworking the entire server frame. For IT teams already standardized on Supermicro components, this backplane maintains compatibility while delivering enhanced storage density.
  • Cost-effective upgrade path with scalable storage growth. By leveraging standard SATA drives and a plug-in design, you can extend your server’s storage footprint without replacing entire enclosures. This backplane supports incremental growth as your data needs expand—whether you’re archiving large datasets, hosting virtual machines, or handling streaming media workflows. The result is a flexible, budget-conscious upgrade that preserves value while delivering the performance and reliability you expect from enterprise hardware.

Technical Details of Supermicro SATA Hard Drive Backplane

  • Product type: SATA hard drive backplane designed for 3.5-inch drives
  • Drive compatibility: Supports standard SATA HDDs and compatible SSDs within supported chassis
  • Connection interface: SATA data/power backplane interface to each drive bay
  • Form factor: Designed for integration in compatible Supermicro 3.5-inch drive bays
  • Construction: Durable chassis interface with robust mounting and alignment features for reliable operation
  • Compatibility: Optimized for use with a range of Supermicro server chassis and storage enclosures

How to Install Supermicro SATA Hard Drive Backplane

Installing this backplane is straightforward when you follow standard server maintenance procedures. Ensure you have a compatible chassis and the appropriate drive sleds or trays for your system. Power down the server, disconnect power and any network connections, and ground yourself to prevent static discharge. Then proceed with these steps to complete the installation cleanly and safely:

  • Power down the server and unplug all power sources. Confirm the system is fully de-energized before opening the chassis.
  • Remove the existing backplane or vacant drive bays as required, following the chassis manufacturer’s guidelines for removal and safe handling of components.
  • Align the Supermicro SATA Backplane with the chassis mounting points and slide it into place, ensuring the backplane’s connectors align with the motherboard or midplane interfaces.
  • Secure the backplane to the chassis using the provided screws or latches, ensuring a firm, vibration-resistant fit without over-tightening.
  • Reconnect the SATA data and power cables to the backplane per the chassis wiring diagram. Route cables to minimize interference with fans, airflow, and other components.
  • Install any drive sleds or trays into the backplane bays. Ensure each drive is properly seated in its sled and that sleds are fully engaged with the backplane connectors.
  • Reconnect the server’s power and network connections, then power on the system. Enter the BIOS/UEFI or operating system storage manager to confirm every drive is detected and properly enumerated.
  • Run a quick health check and disk-level SMART scan after the OS recognizes the drives to verify that all backplane connections are stable and that there are no drive faults.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q: Is the Supermicro SATA Hard Drive Backplane compatible with all Supermicro chassis? A: It is designed to work with a range of Supermicro 3.5-inch drive bay configurations. Check your specific chassis model and bay layout to confirm compatibility before purchase.
  • Q: Can I hot-swap drives using this backplane? A: Yes. The backplane supports hot-swapping in supported configurations, enabling drive replacement without powering down the entire server. Always follow safety and data-protection procedures when performing hot-swaps.
  • Q: Does this backplane require additional power connectors? A: The backplane typically draws power through the chassis backplane power connections. No extra external power cables are required in standard installations unless your chassis design specifies otherwise.
  • Q: Will it support SSDs as well as traditional HDDs? A: In most configurations, the backplane is compatible with standard SATA SSDs and HDDs. Verify your SSD form factor and SATA interface compatibility with your chassis and motherboard.
  • Q: How do I verify drive detection after installation? A: After installation, boot the server and access the storage management utility in the operating system or BIOS. All installed drives should appear as individual storage devices with their respective channel mappings. If any drive is missing, recheck the backplane connections and drive sled seating.

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