Supermicro BPN-SAS-118G-4 8-Bay 2.5-inch SAS2 SATA Backplane for 1U Chassis

The Supermicro BPN-SAS-118G-4 is a high-performance backplane designed for Supermicro 1U server chassis, supporting up to eight 2.5-inch SAS or SATA drives. It provides a reliable and efficient storage solution for enterprise servers and storage systems, featuring a passive design that requires an external SAS controller.

Advantages

This backplane offers hot-swap support for easy drive maintenance, LED indicators for drive activity and fault status, and a compact form factor that maximizes storage density in 1U environments. It supports SAS2 (6Gbps) data transfer rates, ensuring fast and reliable data access.

Suitable for

• Supermicro 1U server chassis (e.g., CSE-113 series)
• Enterprise data centers requiring high-density storage
• Storage systems with SAS or SATA drives
• RAID configurations via external SAS controller

Key specifications

• Product Type: Backplane
• Form Factor: 1U
• Drive Bays Supported: 8
• Drive Size Supported: 2.5-inch
• Drive Interface Supported: SAS, SATA
• SAS Generation: SAS2 (6Gbps)
• Host Interface Connector: 1x SFF-8087 (Mini-SAS)
• Drive Connectors: 8x SAS/SATA (integrated)
• Hot-Swap Support: Yes
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 6Gbps per port
• Power Connector: 1x 4-pin Molex
• LED Indicators: Drive Activity, Drive Fault
• Material: PCB, Metal
• Controller Type: Passive (requires external SAS controller)
• Mounting: Internal chassis mounting

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair this backplane with a compatible Supermicro 1U chassis and a SAS2 host controller. Ensure proper cooling and power supply for reliable operation.