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Intel A1U44X25NVMEDK 1U NVMe SSD Backplane Kit
Upgrade Your Server with Intel 1U Hot-Swap NVMe Backplane KitThe Intel 1U Hot-Swap Backplane Upgrade Kit allows you to add NVMe SSD support to your select 1U rack chassis. This kit includes everything needed to enable NVM Express for up to four drives, enhancing your server's performance and stor...
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Overview
Upgrade Your Server with Intel 1U Hot-Swap NVMe Backplane Kit
The Intel 1U Hot-Swap Backplane Upgrade Kit allows you to add NVMe SSD support to your select 1U rack chassis. This kit includes everything needed to enable NVM Express for up to four drives, enhancing your server's performance and storage capabilities.
Specifications:
- Compatibility: Select 1U rack chassis
- Drive Support: Supports up to four NVMe SSDs
- Included Items: (1) x16 Adapter board, (2) PCIe cables, and (4) lockable drive carriers
Key Features
Product Type:Backplane
Specifications
Product Type
Backplane
Form Factor
1U
Compatibility (Chassis)
Intel Server Chassis R1208WTXXX
Compatibility (System)
Intel Server System R1208WTTGS
Technology
NVMe SSD
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Specifically designed for compatibility with Intel Server Chassis R1208WTXXX and Server System R1208WTTGS.
- Enables the integration of NVMe SSDs into compatible Intel 1U server systems, offering high-speed storage potential.
- Functions as a backplane, providing the necessary infrastructure to connect multiple NVMe drives efficiently.
- Intel brand ensures potential seamless integration and reliability within compatible Intel server architectures.
- Offers a specialized solution for upgrading or configuring 1U servers with modern, fast storage technology.
👎 Cons
- This backplane is only compatible with specific Intel Server Chassis R1208WTXXX and Server System R1208WTTGS, limiting its universal application.
- The product is a backplane kit, meaning it is not a standalone storage solution and requires additional NVMe SSDs and a server chassis.
- Installation of a backplane typically requires technical expertise and opening the server chassis.
- The "1U" designation implies it is for rackmount servers, which is not suitable for standard desktop or tower server setups.
- No information regarding the number of NVMe drives supported or specific interface speeds is provided, leaving some specifications ambiguous.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary purpose of the Intel A1U44X25NVMEDK?
The Intel A1U44X25NVMEDK is a 1U NVMe SSD Backplane Kit, designed to enable the use of NVMe SSDs within specific Intel server chassis.
Which Intel systems are compatible with this backplane kit?
This backplane kit is compatible with Intel Server Chassis R1208WTXXX and Intel Server System R1208WTTGS.
Does this kit include NVMe SSDs?
No, the Intel A1U44X25NVMEDK is a backplane kit, which provides the infrastructure for NVMe SSDs, but the SSDs themselves are not included.
Is this backplane suitable for a standard desktop computer?
No, this backplane is designed for 1U server chassis and specific Intel server systems, making it unsuitable for standard desktop computers.
What does "1U" refer to in the product name?
"1U" refers to the rack unit height, indicating that this backplane is designed for installation in a 1U-high rackmount server chassis.