Name: Dell KF248 2.5-inch SAS/SATA Hot-Swap Caddy Tray
Brand: Dell
SKU: KF248
Price: 97.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The KF248 Dell 2.5 Inch SAS-SATA Hot Swap Caddy Tray serves as a practical solution for securely mounting 2.5-inch SAS or SATA drives in Dell servers. It fits seamlessly into designated drive bays, enabling hot-swapping that helps keep systems running with minimal downtime. This caddy tray is a common component in server environments where ease of drive replacement and reliability are essential.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	KF248

Technical Information
Series	KF248
product type	Hot-swap drive caddy,Drive tray,2.5-inch SAS/SATA caddy
Product Category	Storage Accessories,Drive Caddy
Compatibility	Dell PowerEdge servers,Dell 2.5-inch drive bays

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This KF248 Dell 2.5 Inch SAS-SATA Hot Swap Caddy Tray is designed to hold and secure 2.5-inch SAS or SATA hard drives and SSDs in compatible Dell server systems. It enables convenient hot-swapping, allowing IT professionals to replace or upgrade drives quickly without shutting down the system. Often found in enterprise data centers and server rooms, this caddy tray is built for system administrators and technicians who manage Dell rack or tower servers. Its tool-less design simplifies the drive installation process, making maintenance more efficient. Key Features Fits standard Dell 2.5-inch drive bays Enables hot-swapping to minimize server downtime Sturdy construction to protect drives during use Tool-less latching mechanism for easy drive changes Compatible with both SAS and SATA interfaces This caddy tray is typically deployed within Dell PowerEdge servers and similar models, where rapid drive access is critical. By allowing quick drive swaps, it supports routine maintenance and upgrades without interrupting business operations.

Use Cases
The Dell KF248 2.5-inch SAS/SATA Hot-Swap Caddy Tray is primarily utilized in enterprise server environments where maintaining continuous system availability is critical. It is ideal for IT teams managing data centers and virtualization platforms requiring rapid drive replacement without disrupting ongoing operations. How It's Used: Enabling hot-swap capability in rack-mounted Dell servers within large-scale data centers to minimize downtime during drive maintenance. Supporting storage scalability in virtualization environments by allowing quick addition or replacement of SSDs and HDDs without system interruptions. Facilitating efficient drive swaps in SMB IT infrastructures where limited downtime directly impacts business continuity. Deploying in edge computing nodes that demand secure and tool-less drive handling to maintain remote system reliability. Assisting IT administrators in storage clusters to streamline hardware refresh cycles with easy access to drives. By integrating the KF248 caddy tray, organizations can enhance operational efficiency through simplified drive management and improved hardware accessibility. This supports scalable storage strategies and maintains performance levels vital in dynamic server environments.

Dell KF248 2.5-inch SAS/SATA Hot-Swap Caddy Tray

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