SAS backplane supports SATA, not vice versa NL-SAS = SAS protocol at nearline (7.2K) speed — NOT SATA
Gen8 LFF tray ≠ Gen10 tray — different screw holes
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
IBM 2TB 7.2K DISK SAS 6G 3.5" XIV
IBM 2TB 7.2K DISK SAS 6G 3.5" XIV. The unit ships in a LFF form factor suitable for standard rack-mount installations. Available through authorized enterprise resellers and TPM (Third Party Maintenance) channels.
Verify compatibility with your specific system configuration before ordering.