IBM 59P5224 Hot-Plug Drive Frame Ultra320 SCSI 3.5-inch Refurbished

The IBM 59P5224 Hot-Plug Drive Frame is a genuine IBM replacement part designed for xSeries servers supporting Ultra320 SCSI. This refurbished drive caddy allows you to mount a 3.5-inch Ultra320 SCSI hard disk drive in a hot-swap bay, ensuring easy maintenance and minimal downtime. Built with a metal/plastic composite, it features tool-less installation and LED indicators for drive activity and status.

Advantages

Hot-swap capability enables drive replacement without powering down the server, increasing uptime. The tool-less design simplifies installation, and the LED indicators provide immediate visual feedback on drive status. As a refurbished part, it offers reliable performance at a lower cost.

Suitable for

• IBM xSeries 225, 235, 335, 345, 365, 445 servers and other models supporting Ultra320 SCSI
• Replacing damaged or missing drive caddies in existing server configurations
• Building or upgrading storage in compatible IBM servers

Key specifications

• Product Type: Hot-Plug Drive Frame / Caddy
• Drive Interface: Ultra320 SCSI
• Drive Form Factor: 3.5-inch
• Number of Bays: 1
• Hot-Swap Support: Yes
• Material: Metal / Plastic Composite
• Installation: Tool-less
• LED Indicators: Yes (drive activity/status)
• Color: Black / Silver
• Compatibility: IBM xSeries Servers (Ultra320 SCSI backplane)
• Condition: Refurbished
• IBM Part Number (MPN): 59P5224

Recommendations

Ensure your server model supports Ultra320 SCSI and has a compatible backplane. This is an old-style frame; verify compatibility with your specific chassis. Professional installation recommended.