Description
Data protection and security
The AJ940A HP 12-Bay Storageworks Disk Enclosure D2600 Storage SAS Enclosure provides several data protection and security features to help ensure the safety and integrity of your stored data. Some of these features include:
- RAID support: The enclosure supports RAID levels 0, 1, 1+0, 3, 5, and 6, providing various options for data protection and redundancy.
- Automatic data recovery: The enclosure features automatic data recovery capabilities, which can help to recover data in the event of a hard drive failure.
- Error reporting: The enclosure has built-in error reporting capabilities, which can help to quickly identify and troubleshoot any issues that may arise.
- Dual-path SAS connectivity: The enclosure provides dual-path SAS connectivity, which can help to ensure that data remains accessible even if one of the SAS connections fails.
- Hard drive lock: The enclosure features a hard drive lock that can help to prevent unauthorized access to the hard drives.
- SFF-8088 to SFF-8088 SAS cables: These cables provide direct connection to the host and redundancy in the event of cable failure.
- Data Backup: Regular backup of data is recommended to minimize the data loss in case of drive failure.
- Remote management: The enclosure can be managed remotely using HPE’s Management software which can help to monitor the health of the enclosure and the drives.
It is important to note that data protection and security features vary depending on the specific configuration and the RAID level chosen. It is recommended to consult the manufacturer’s documentation for more information on the specific features and capabilities of the AJ940A HP 12-Bay Storageworks Disk Enclosure D2600 Storage SAS Enclosure.
Performance and scalability
The AJ940A HP 12-Bay Storageworks Disk Enclosure D2600 Storage SAS Enclosure provides high performance and scalability for your storage needs. Some of the features that contribute to its performance and scalability include:
- High-speed SAS connectivity: The enclosure supports SAS 3.0 and is compatible with SAS-enabled systems, providing fast data transfer speeds and high performance.
- 12-bay design: The 12-bay design of the enclosure allows you to install up to 12 SAS or SATA hard drives, providing ample storage capacity and scalability.
- Multiple RAID options: The enclosure supports RAID levels 0, 1, 1+0, 3, 5, and 6, which can help to optimize performance and scalability according to your specific needs.
- Hot-swap capability: The enclosure has hot-swap capability, which allows you to replace hard drives without shutting down the system, improving the overall availability and scalability of the system.
- SAS expander: The enclosure has SAS expander which allows for more than one enclosure to be connected to a single host, increasing the storage scalability.
- Cache Memory: The enclosure has a cache memory which can help to improve the performance of the system by reducing the number of reads and writes to the hard drives.
- Multiple host connectivity: The enclosure allows multiple host connectivity which can help to improve the overall performance and scalability of the system by allowing multiple servers to access the same storage.
- Multiple LUN support: The enclosure supports multiple LUN (Logical Unit Number) which can help to improve the scalability of the system by allowing multiple servers to access the same storage but different LUN.
It is important to note that performance and scalability may vary depending on the specific configuration of the enclosure, the number and type of hard drives installed, and the RAID level chosen. It is recommended to consult the manufacturer’s documentation for more information on the specific performance and scalability of the AJ940A HP 12-Bay Storageworks Disk Enclosure D2600 Storage SAS Enclosure.
Installation and setup instructions
The installation and setup instructions for the AJ940A HP 12-Bay Storageworks Disk Enclosure D2600 Storage SAS Enclosure will vary depending on the specific configuration and the hardware it will be connected to. However, here are some general steps that are typically involved in the installation and setup process:
- Unpack the enclosure: Carefully unpack the enclosure and ensure that all components are included and in good condition.
- Install the hard drives: Insert the hard drives into the enclosure, making sure that they are securely and properly seated.
- Connect the power cables: Connect the power cables to the enclosure and to an appropriate power source.
- Connect the SAS cables: Connect the SAS cables to the enclosure and to the host system.
- Turn on the power: Turn on the power to the enclosure.
- Configure the RAID: Configure the RAID settings on the enclosure using the host system’s RAID controller or the RAID controller on the enclosure, if it has one.
- Install the management software: Install the management software provided by the manufacturer, which will allow you to monitor and manage the enclosure.
- Initialize the hard drives: After the enclosure is connected to the host, initialize the hard drives in the enclosure.
- Create logical drives: Create logical drives using the RAID controller or the host system’s RAID controller.
- Format the logical drives: Format the logical drives in order to use them for data storage.
It is important to consult the manufacturer’s documentation for specific installation and setup instructions for the AJ940A HP 12-Bay Storageworks Disk Enclosure D2600 Storage SAS Enclosure. It is also important to follow the steps in the order provided and to consult the documentation of the host system to ensure compatibility and proper setup.
Specification AJ940
- Part Number : AJ940A
- Sub-Type : SAS-SATA
- Type : Enclosure
- Brand Name : HP
Cabinet (chassis)
- Installed devices / modules qty: 0
- Supported devices / modules qty: 12
- Supported drives: serial attached scsi 2
Storage
- Max supported capacity: 7.2 tb
Storage hard drive
- Type: hot-swap – plug-in module
- Capacity: 0
Expansion / connectivity
- Expansion bays total (free): 12 ( 12 ) x hot-swap – 3.5 x 1/3h
- Interfaces: serial attached scsi 2
Power
- Power device: 2 x power supply – hot-plug – plug-in module
- Max supported qty: 2
- Power redundancy: yes
- Power redundancy scheme: 1+1
Dimensions & weight
- Width : 17.7 in
- Depth : 22.3 in
- Height: 3.5 in
- Weight: 40 lbs