Intel 8x2.5 inch Dual Port SAS Hot Swap Drive Bay Kit

Overview

The Intel AUP8X25S3DPDK is an eight-bay hot swap drive kit designed to expand or replace 2.5 inch SAS drives in an Intel P4000 server chassis without requiring system downtime. It features a dual port SAS backplane that provides two independent data paths per drive, enhancing redundancy and ensuring continuous data access even if one path fails. This kit is ideal for environments that demand high availability, such as virtualization hosts, database clusters, and private cloud nodes.

With tool-free drive carriers, the kit allows quick and easy drive swaps, minimizing maintenance time and reducing disruption. The included power adapter, I2C monitoring cables, and EMI cover work together to maintain signal integrity and optimize cooling within the chassis.

Key features

• Dual port SAS backplane provides redundant data paths for improved fault tolerance and uptime
• Tool-free drive carriers enable fast and hassle-free drive installation or replacement
• Supports up to eight 2.5 inch SAS drives, allowing significant storage expansion
• Includes power adapter and I2C cables for seamless integration and monitoring within the server chassis
• EMI cover reduces electromagnetic interference to maintain signal quality and system stability
• Purpose-built for Intel P4000 server chassis to ensure compatibility and optimal performance
• Enables flexible storage configurations for capacity growth or cache tier setups

Key specs

• Drive bays: 8 x 2.5 inch SAS
• Backplane type: Dual port SAS
• Compatibility: Intel P4000 server chassis
• Included accessories: Power adapter, I2C monitoring cables, EMI cover
• Drive carrier type: Tool-free, screwless design

Connectivity and compatibility

This drive bay kit integrates directly with the Intel P4000 server chassis, providing dual port SAS connections that support redundant data paths for each drive. The included I2C cables enable real-time monitoring of drive status and health, helping administrators maintain system reliability. The power adapter supplies stable power to the backplane, ensuring consistent operation of all installed drives.

Installation and setup

Installation is straightforward thanks to the tool-free drive carriers that slide smoothly into the backplane and lock securely without screws. This design reduces downtime during maintenance or emergency drive replacements. The kit includes all necessary cables and accessories, allowing quick setup without additional purchases or modifications to the server chassis.

Ideal uses and environments

This kit is well suited to IT professionals managing storage in environments where uptime is critical. It supports storage expansion for growing data needs, cache tier configurations to boost read/write speeds, and quick drive replacements to minimize service interruptions. It fits naturally into data centers, virtualization platforms, and private cloud infrastructures that rely on Intel P4000 chassis hardware.