| Type | Server backplane |
| Form Factor | Custom form factor for UCS C890 M5 chassis |
| Designed For | Cisco UCS C890 M5 server |
| Product Description | Cisco backplane |
| Product Type | Backplane |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 3-year limited warranty |
Cisco C890 M5 Backplane for UCS C890 M5 Server

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- Purpose-built for seamless compatibility with the Cisco UCS C890 M5 platform.
- TAA compliance and US-based manufacturing meet federal procurement standards.
- Backed by a 3-year limited warranty to ensure long-term investment protection.
Product Overview
The Cisco C890 M5 Backplane is a specialized server component for the UCS C890 M5 platform. It acts as a central interconnection hub within the server chassis and supports enterprise infrastructure with scalable performance. Made in the United States and TAA compliant, it's ideal for regulated environments. Backed by a 3-year limited warranty, it ensures lasting reliability and is a critical part of the UCS architecture for mission-critical deployment scenarios.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
| Dimensions | Custom-fit for UCS C890 M5 chassis (dimensions vary by chassis config) |
| Weight | |
| Form Factor Compatibility | Cisco UCS C890 M5 server only |
| Hot-Swappable | No |
| Operating Temperature Range | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
| Storage Temperature Range | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 93% (non-condensing) |
| Storage Humidity | 5% to 93% (non-condensing) |
| Cooling Requirements | Passive, relies on chassis airflow |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Management Integration | Managed through Cisco Intersight and UCS Manager |
| Licensing Model | Integrated into UCS server chassis, no standalone license |
Additional Features
| System Integration | Acts as electrical and data backbone within UCS C890 M5 |
| Power Distribution | Distributes power from PSU to compute and storage modules |
| High Availability Support | Supports redundant paths and failover communication |
| Fabric Compatibility | Compatible with Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnects 6400 series |
| Redundancy | Supports chassis-level redundancy via interconnected architecture |
| Designed For Workloads | Enterprise applications, virtualization, and high-performance workloads |
| Component Category | Modular backplane component for enterprise-class server |
Interfaces
| Expansion Slots Supported | Multiple PCIe lanes for modular connectivity (dependent on UCS chassis configuration) |
| Interface Provided | High-speed interconnects for CPU, memory, and I/O subsystems |
| Connectivity | Supports integration with fabric interconnects and modular compute nodes |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | United States |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
| UL Listed | Yes |
| Certifications | CSA, VCCI, CE Mark, FCC Part 15 Class A |
Advanced Security Features
| Hardware Security | Supports secure boot and trusted platform via UCS architecture |
| Tamper Evident Design | Included per UCS platform design |
| Firmware Level Security | Secure firmware update paths through UCS Manager |