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SSD adapter for 3.5" server hotswap carrier (3.5" to 2.5")

Adapter for mounting SSDs in existing 3.5" server hotswap bay/carrier/caddy
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updated June 22, 2023

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Adapter for mounting SSDs in existing 3.5" server hotswap bays that has some sort of bottom support. Tested on Dell, HP/HPE old-style and HPE “smart” -carriers.

  • Use 3 of the original screws to fasten the adapter
  • Insert the two small pegs at the middle of the adapter into one side of the SSD
  • Fold down the SSD against the wall of the carrier

Optionally also print one of the pegs and secure the SSD in place. I found it to be completely unnecessary for Dell carriers, probably a good idea for “smart” HPE carriers and highly recommended for old-style HP carriers. The included pegs are for 7mm high SSDs, aka most modern ones.

The adapter has a hole for fastening one or two of the fastening pegs so you don't loose them before getting around to install the adapter.

 

Printing notes:

  • No supports needed.
  • Printed in PETG, but should with fine with PLA as long as you take care to not overstress the fastening pegs. 
  • Use a small layer height for the fastening peg to make smoother and thus easier to insert, 0.08mm or so. The main adapter does well with 0.2.

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