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 |