can a 2012 backplane have 2009 stamping?

[adam9c1]

I know recently there was a thread about CPU tray between the years.

How can I ID a mainboard if its 2012 model only?

I'm still in search for a 2012 model for cheap, not a 2010.

 

[zedex]

I know recently there was a thread about CPU tray between the years.

How can I ID a mainboard if its 2012 model only?

I'm still in search for a 2012 model for cheap, not a 2010.

I would very much appreciate it if one of the resident experts could offer some insight in respect of backplane compatibility - specifically, are there any known issues to replacing a 2010 (or 2012) 5,1 backplane with a 2009 model. Research to date reveals that (1) they are physically identical and (2) the part number is the same for [5,1] 2010-2012 models but NOT THE SAME as the [4,1].
As the OP notes - there is documentation regarding the interchangeability of CPU trays but scant information on risks, restrictions or known issues associated with swapping/replacing backplanes. Please offer insights in to your own experience if "you've been there before"

 

[tsialex]

I know recently there was a thread about CPU tray between the years.

How can I ID a mainboard if its 2012 model only?

I'm still in search for a 2012 model for cheap, not a 2010.

2010 and 2012 backplanes and trays are the same, the model year is showed based on the serial number only.

 

[adam9c1]

I’m looking to purchase a 2012 backplane to replace my 2010.

Unlike many here I feel true 2010 will loose compatibility before a true 2012.

 

[tsialex]

I’m looking to purchase a 2012 backplane to replace my 2010.

Unlike many here I feel true 2010 will loose compatibility before a true 2012.

Buy whatever you want, but it’s just the serial and I can change it easily.

 

[flowrider]

^^^^How can I do that?

Lou

 

[tsialex]

^^^^How can I do that?

Lou

I'll need your BootROM dump and the ESN label to correctly change the hardwareIDs, I'll PM you instructions.