Dell PowerEdge PowerVault 3.5″ Hot Swap Hard Drive Tray / Caddy M5084
Genuine Replacement HDD Caddy for Dell Enterprise Servers
In enterprise server environments, proper drive mounting hardware is just as important as the hard drives themselves. The Dell PowerEdge PowerVault 3.5″ Hot Swap Hard Drive Tray / Caddy M5084 is designed to ensure secure installation, reliable connectivity, and seamless hot-swap functionality in compatible Dell servers and storage systems.
Manufactured by Dell Technologies, this genuine hard drive tray provides the durability and precision fit required in mission-critical IT environments.
Product Overview
The Dell M5084 3.5-inch Hot Swap Hard Drive Tray is engineered for use in Dell PowerEdge and PowerVault systems. It allows administrators to quickly install or replace 3.5″ SAS or SATA hard drives without shutting down the server.
This hot-swap capability minimizes downtime and supports efficient storage management in enterprise and data center environments.
Key Features
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Part Number: M5084
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 Designed for 3.5-inch hard drives
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Hot-swap compatible
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 Supports SAS and SATA drives
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Durable metal and plastic construction
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 Secure locking mechanism
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 Designed for Dell PowerEdge & PowerVault systems
Why a Genuine Dell Drive Tray Matters
Using original Dell server components ensures:
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Proper fit and alignment
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Secure electrical connection
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Reduced vibration
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Efficient airflow within the chassis
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Maximum server stability
Non-compatible trays can cause improper seating, connectivity issues, or airflow disruption — potentially affecting system performance.
Ideal Applications
The Dell M5084 drive tray is suitable for:
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Enterprise data centers
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Server storage upgrades
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RAID configuration maintenance
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Hot-swap drive replacements
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IT infrastructure expansion projects
It is commonly used in Dell PowerEdge servers and PowerVault storage arrays requiring 3.5″ hot-swappable drive bays.












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