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AD542C HP StorageWorks M5314c 14x3.5-Inch Fibre Channel Drive Enclosure

SKU:
AD542C
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Houses up to 14 hot-swappable 3.5-inch drives
  • Uses Fibre Channel connectivity for fast, reliable storage access
  • Front-access design simplifies drive replacement and maintenance
  • Supports high-density storage needs in data centers
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$214.00

Product Overview

The AD542C HP StorageWorks M5314c is a storage enclosure that holds multiple 3.5-inch drives connected via Fibre Channel. It fits into rack-mounted setups to provide additional storage capacity and easy access for drive swaps. Its design suits data centers needing reliable, scalable storage expansion without disrupting ongoing operations.

General Information

Brand HP
Part Number AD542C

Physical Characteristics

Condition Refurbished
Weight 5.00

Miscellaneous

Eco Friendly Yes
Assembly Required Yes


Product Description

The AD542C HP StorageWorks M5314c is a drive enclosure designed to expand storage capacity using Fibre Channel connections. It is commonly found in enterprise storage systems where quick data access and easy maintenance are essential. IT professionals managing large-scale storage arrays often rely on this enclosure to provide additional drives without downtime.

Key Features

  • Accommodates fourteen 3.5-inch drives with hot-swap capability
  • Front-accessible bays allow quick drive replacement without opening the chassis
  • Fibre Channel interface ensures high-speed data transfers within storage networks
  • Compact 1/3 height design fits into existing rack infrastructure effectively
  • Built to operate reliably in enterprise data center environments

This enclosure is typically deployed in server rooms or data centers where expanding storage while maintaining uptime is crucial. Its design helps reduce service interruptions and supports environments requiring dense and scalable storage solutions.


Use Cases

The AD542C HP StorageWorks M5314c is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and large-scale IT environments where high-density, scalable storage is critical. It is especially suited for organizations requiring robust, low-latency access to large datasets and seamless storage expansion without operational interruptions.

How It's Used:

  • Expanding storage capacity for virtualization clusters in enterprise IT environments to support dynamic workloads.
  • Deploying in data centers with Fibre Channel SANs to ensure high throughput and reliable storage access for transactional databases.
  • Integrating into rack-mounted configurations for media production companies requiring fast, high-volume storage with minimal downtime.
  • Supporting backup and archiving systems in mid-to-large sized businesses that need hot-swappable drive access for efficient maintenance.
  • Facilitating storage scaling in research institutions handling large datasets with demanding I/O performance requirements.

This enclosure enhances operational efficiency by enabling quick drive replacement and straightforward storage scaling. Its Fibre Channel connectivity ensures consistent performance, making it a suitable choice for environments where uptime and data integrity are paramount.


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AD542C HP StorageWorks M5314c 14x3.5-Inch Fibre Channel Drive Enclosure
AD542C HP StorageWorks M5314c 14x3.5-Inch Fibre Channel Drive Enclosure
$214.00