The IBM 46K6926 is a 6-slot SAS 3.5-inch DASD media backplane with a SATA DVD port, built for the 8308-series Power chassis and closely related to the sibling 46K7120 backplane for the same drive cage. It carries six 3.5-inch hard drive bays plus a SATA connection for the system’s optical drive, consolidating disk and media connectivity onto a single board. Backplanes of this type are swapped when a drive bay, SAS connector or the shared optical port develops a fault independently of the drives or optical unit themselves. The 8308 family of Power chassis ran AIX, IBM i and Linux production workloads through the POWER6/POWER7 generations. Tech-Star is UK-based and ships worldwide. Confirm your system uses the 6-slot 3.5-inch SAS drive cage with a shared SATA DVD port before ordering, since media backplanes vary by slot count, drive form factor and connector across the Power range.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the IBM 46K6926 refurbished or new?
Tech-Star supplies both new and refurbished IBM 46K6926. Refurbished items are tested and graded against manufacturer specifications; the condition is confirmed at quote.
What warranty is included with the IBM 46K6926?
Refurbished IBM 46K6926 comes with a 90-day parts and labour warranty as standard. Extended warranty options are available on request.
How do I get a price for the IBM 46K6926?
Pricing reflects current stock and lead time, so we quote per enquiry. Submit the part number through the contact form for a quote, typically within one business hour.
Can the IBM 46K6926 be returned?
Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery in line with our return policy. A restocking fee may apply for opened items.
How quickly can the IBM 46K6926 be delivered?
Lead time depends on current stock. UK-based items typically ship the next business day; sourced items vary. We confirm lead time at quote.