Description
Scalability and Expansion Capabilities
The HP StorageWorks 2012i is a modular storage enclosure that is designed for scalability and expansion capabilities. This system can support up to 48 3.5-inch hard disk drives, and is 1/3U rack mountable, making it compact and easy to install in most data centers or server rooms.
One of the key features of the 2012i is its scalability. As your storage needs grow, you can add additional disk drives to the system, increasing its capacity and performance. The system supports both SAS and SATA disk drives, giving you the flexibility to choose the best disk technology for your needs.
Another important aspect of the 2012i’s scalability is its support for multiple RAID levels. RAID (redundant array of independent disks) is a way of using multiple disk drives to provide data protection and performance. With multiple RAID levels to choose from, you can configure the system to meet your specific data protection and performance requirements.
The 2012i also supports a variety of expansion options, allowing you to connect additional storage enclosures as needed. This can be especially useful for organizations with growing storage needs, as it allows them to expand their storage capacity as their business grows.
In addition to its scalability and expansion capabilities, the 2012i also offers a number of other features that make it a great choice for organizations looking to store and protect their data. For example, the system supports iSCSI and Fibre Channel connectivity, making it easy to connect to a variety of servers and storage networks. Additionally, the system supports advanced management features, such as remote management and monitoring, that can help you keep track of your storage environment and respond to any issues quickly.
Reliability and Durability
The AJ746A HP StorageWorks 2012i Modular 48 x 3.5 Inch 1/3H Rack Mountable Network Storage Enclosure is a highly reliable and durable network storage solution. The unit is designed for use in data centers and other demanding environments, with features that ensure its long-term performance and dependability.
One key factor in the reliability and durability of this storage enclosure is its modular design. The unit can hold up to 48 x 3.5 inch hard disk drives, allowing for flexible storage capacity and easy maintenance and repair. The drives are easily accessible for replacement or upgrades, and the unit’s modular design ensures that any component failures will not bring down the entire system.
Another factor contributing to the reliability and durability of the AJ746A is its high-quality construction and materials. The unit is built with heavy-duty components and features a rack mountable design, making it suitable for use in tough, high-density data centers. The enclosure’s metal casing also provides robust protection for the drives, helping to ensure their longevity.
Finally, the AJ746A includes a range of advanced features and technologies that further enhance its reliability and durability. For example, the unit includes automatic data protection technologies like drive failure detection, RAID support, and data redundancy features. These features help to prevent data loss and ensure that the unit continues to perform optimally even in the face of component failures.
Robust Data Protection
The AJ746A HP StorageWorks 2012i Modular 48 x 3.5 Inch 1/3H Rack Mountable Network Storage Enclosure has robust data protection features, which ensure that all the stored data is secure and protected from any possible loss or damage. Some of the key data protection features include:
- RAID Support: The storage enclosure supports various RAID configurations, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and 50, providing various levels of data protection and performance.
- Redundant Power Supply: The storage enclosure is equipped with redundant power supplies, ensuring that even if one power supply fails, the other can take over and prevent data loss.
- Hot-swappable components: The storage enclosure has hot-swappable components, such as disk drives, which can be replaced without disrupting the operation of the storage system. This helps to ensure minimal downtime and prevents data loss.
- Snapshots and Replication: The storage enclosure supports snapshots and replication, which help to preserve data by creating multiple copies of data in real-time. This ensures that data can be recovered in case of a disaster or data loss.
- Backup and Restore: The storage enclosure provides backup and restore functionality, which helps to keep the data safe by creating regular backups and restoring data in case of a disaster or data loss.
- Encryption: The storage enclosure supports encryption, which helps to protect the data from unauthorized access by encrypting the data at rest.
Technical Information:
- Case Style : Rack-Mountable
- Bays : 48 X 3.5 – 1/3h
- Drive Support : Up To 48
- Drive Type : 48 X Sas/Serial Ata
Interfaces/Ports
- *48 X Sas Internal
- *Iscsi External
Physical Characteristics
- Form Factor : 2U Rack-Mountable
