Name: 1746A2E IBM 12-Bay SAS/SATA 144TB Storage Expansion Unit
Brand: IBM
SKU: 1746A2E
Price: 457.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 1746A2E System Storage EXP3512 Expansion Unit Model E2A extends enterprise storage by adding 12 additional drive bays compatible with SAS and SATA drives. It fits into IBM's DS3500 and DS3512 storage arrays, offering scalable capacity increases while maintaining reliable performance and ease of integration in data center setups.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	1746A2E

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Product Description
The IBM 1746A2E System Storage EXP3512 Expansion Unit Model E2A is built to expand storage capacity efficiently within enterprise storage systems. Often found in data centers and IT environments, it provides additional drive bays to address growing data storage demands. This expansion unit is commonly used alongside IBM DS3500 and DS3512 arrays, helping organizations scale their storage while maintaining system performance. IT administrators and storage specialists benefit from its straightforward integration and reliable hardware design. Key Features Accommodates 12 SAS or SATA drives for versatile storage options Provides high-speed 6Gbps SAS interfaces for fast data access Supports seamless expansion without disrupting existing storage arrays Includes redundant power supplies for enhanced reliability Compact 2U form factor fits standard server racks neatly This expansion unit is typically deployed in enterprise storage environments requiring flexible capacity growth. It helps maintain efficient storage management and ensures that growing data needs are met without extensive system overhauls.

Use Cases
The IBM 1746A2E 12-bay SAS/SATA expansion unit is primarily deployed in mid to large-scale enterprise data centers requiring scalable storage growth. It is ideal for IT professionals managing IBM System Storage DS3500 and DS3512 series arrays who need to expand capacity efficiently without disrupting existing operations. How It's Used: Expanding storage clusters in virtualization environments to accommodate growing VM workloads in enterprise IT infrastructures. Enhancing capacity in remote office data hubs that rely on centralized storage arrays for backup and file sharing. Scaling storage for high-throughput transactional databases in financial institutions requiring low-latency access. Adding bulk storage to analytics platforms processing large datasets within research organizations. Supporting backup and archival systems in regulated industries where data retention and accessibility are critical. This expansion unit delivers a modular approach to increasing storage density while preserving performance consistency. By integrating seamlessly with existing IBM storage arrays, it enables IT teams to optimize space utilization and streamline storage management in evolving enterprise environments.

1746A2E IBM 12-Bay SAS/SATA 144TB Storage Expansion Unit

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