The IBM / Lenovo 01GV285 ThinkSystem SR650 3.5" 12-Bay Backplane is a server storage backplane designed for Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650 enterprise servers. It provides the internal connection interface between the server motherboard/RAID controller and up to 12 x 3.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA drives, enabling high-capacity storage expansion in data center environments.

This backplane is a key component of the SR650 storage subsystem, responsible for distributing both data signals and power to installed drives. It supports enterprise-class storage configurations and is commonly used in RAID or JBOD setups for scalable and reliable data storage.

It is designed for hot-swap operation, allowing drives to be replaced without powering down the server, helping maintain uptime in mission-critical environments.

Specifications:

• Brand: IBM / Lenovo
• Part Number: 01GV285
• System Compatibility: Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650
• Type: 3.5" Drive Backplane
• Bay Capacity: 12 x 3.5-inch hot-swap drive bays
• Supported Drives: SAS / SATA HDD and SSD (configuration dependent)
• Function: Drive connectivity, power distribution, and data interface
• Interface: Internal connection to RAID controller / HBA
• Form Factor: Internal server chassis component
• Condition: Used (pulled from working systems unless otherwise stated)

Features:

• Genuine Lenovo enterprise storage backplane
• Supports up to 12 hot-swap 3.5" drives
• Designed for high-capacity server storage configurations
• Enables SAS/SATA drive connectivity in SR650 systems
• Supports RAID and JBOD configurations via compatible controllers
• Hot-swappable design for minimal downtime maintenance
• Essential component for server storage operation
• Built for 24/7 enterprise data center environments
• Reliable performance for mission-critical workloads
• Durable construction for long-term server use