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1747-12X IBM System Storage EXP2512 Expansion Unit

SKU:

1747-12X

Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 12-bay SAS expansion unit with high-speed connectivity
  • Compatible with IBM System Storage for seamless capacity growth
  • Supports up to 12 hot-swappable 3.5-inch drives
  • Designed for reliable data expansion in enterprise environments
Product Overview

The 1747-12X IBM System Storage EXP2512 Expansion Unit delivers additional drive capacity that integrates smoothly with IBM storage arrays. It’s designed to help businesses scale storage without a full system overhaul, providing a practical solution for handling increasing data needs in server racks and data centers.

General Information
Brand IBM
Part Number 1747-12X
Alternate Part Number 1747-12X-06-CT
Physical Characteristics
Condition Refurbished
Weight 3.00
Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly Yes
Assembly Required Yes
Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL


Product Description

The IBM System Storage EXP2512 Expansion Unit provides additional storage capacity for existing IBM storage systems. It is commonly used in data centers and enterprise setups where scalable and flexible storage expansion is needed. Built for IT professionals managing growing data demands, this unit enables easy addition of drives without disrupting ongoing operations.

Key Features

  • Connects via SAS interface to expand existing IBM storage arrays
  • 12 bays accommodate a mix of SAS or SATA drives for flexible deployment
  • Hot-swappable drives allow maintenance without downtime
  • Integrated cooling and power management support system reliability
  • Compact 2U rack-mount design saves valuable data center space

This expansion unit is often found in environments that require incremental storage growth such as backup servers, virtualization hosts, or archival systems. It helps organizations scale their storage infrastructure at a controlled pace while maintaining consistent performance and reliability.


Use Cases

The 1747-12X IBM System Storage EXP2512 Expansion Unit is utilized in various enterprise storage scenarios requiring expanded capacity and enhanced data management.

How It's Used:

  • Expanding storage capacity for existing IBM System Storage arrays
  • Supporting data-intensive applications requiring high availability
  • Facilitating backup and disaster recovery solutions with added disk space
  • Optimizing storage infrastructure in virtualized environments
  • Scaling storage resources in data centers to meet growing business needs

This expansion unit plays a crucial role in ensuring storage systems remain adaptable and efficient, helping organizations maintain seamless data operations as their storage requirements evolve.


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1747-12X IBM System Storage EXP2512 Expansion Unit
1747-12X IBM System Storage EXP2512 Expansion Unit