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2072-2DE IBM Storwize V3700 SFF DC Expansion Enclosure

SKU:
2072-2DE
Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Expansion enclosure for IBM Storwize V3700 storage system
  • Supports dual-domain architecture for redundancy
  • Houses up to 12 SFF (2.5") drives
  • Designed for direct connection to Storwize V3700 controllers
In stock

$658.90

Product Overview

The 2072-2DE IBM Storwize V3700 SFF DC Expansion Enclosure serves as an add-on to the Storwize V3700 system, providing additional slots for small form factor drives. It fits into data center environments where expanding storage capacity gradually is necessary, offering redundancy and seamless integration to support ongoing business demands.

General Information

Brand IBM
Part Number 2072-2DE
Alternate Part Number 2072-2DE-16-CT

Physical Characteristics

Condition Refurbished
Weight 3.00

Miscellaneous

Eco Friendly Yes
Assembly Required Yes


Product Description

The 2072-2DE is an expansion enclosure designed to extend the capacity of IBM Storwize V3700 storage arrays. It is commonly used in data centers or enterprise environments where additional storage space is needed without replacing existing infrastructure. Built for scalability and reliability, this enclosure integrates seamlessly with the Storwize V3700 systems.

It is often found in setups requiring robust storage solutions for small to medium-sized businesses or departments that need to manage growing data volumes efficiently. Storage administrators benefit from this expansion unit as it allows for flexible capacity upgrades while maintaining system performance.

Key Features

  • Supports up to twelve 2.5-inch SFF drives, enabling increased storage density
  • Dual-domain architecture provides redundancy to minimize downtime
  • Direct attach interface ensures compatibility with Storwize V3700 controllers
  • Compact form factor fits well in standard data center racks
  • Designed for easy integration and expansion without complex configurations

This enclosure is typically deployed in enterprise data centers or office IT rooms where expanding storage without disrupting existing operations is important. It plays a key role in allowing organizations to grow their storage infrastructure incrementally while maintaining reliability and performance.


Use Cases

The 2072-2DE IBM Storwize V3700 SFF DC Expansion Enclosure is typically deployed in data center environments where incremental storage capacity expansion is required without disrupting existing operations. It is ideal for IT teams managing virtualization workloads and storage clusters needing scalable and redundant storage expansion.

How It's Used:

  • Integrated into mid-sized enterprise data centers to increase storage for virtualized server environments.
  • Used by SMB IT departments to scale out storage capacity in rack deployments while maintaining high availability.
  • Deployed in remote offices requiring direct-attached storage expansion with dual-domain redundancy.
  • Supports backup and archiving infrastructures by providing additional fast-access SFF drives for tiered storage.
  • Utilized in cloud service provider environments to expand storage pools for multi-tenant workloads.

This expansion enclosure facilitates operational efficiency by enabling seamless capacity growth and redundancy within Storwize V3700 setups. It supports performance consistency and scalability essential for evolving data center infrastructure demands.


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2072-2DE IBM Storwize V3700 SFF DC Expansion Enclosure
2072-2DE IBM Storwize V3700 SFF DC Expansion Enclosure
$658.90