Bosch Drive Enclosure with SAS Host Interface — 2U Rack-Mountable, 12-Bay Storage Expansion

Designed for data centers and enterprise environments, the Bosch Drive Enclosure with SAS Host Interface provides a scalable storage expansion solution in a compact 2U rack-mountable chassis. With 12 x 3.5" drive bays, this enclosure delivers dense capacity and flexible expansion to meet growing data demands while keeping your server room organized and efficient.

• 12 x 3.5" drive bays in a 2U rack-mountable chassis deliver dense storage capacity and scalable expansion to meet demanding workloads.
• SAS host interface connects servers to the enclosure at high bandwidth, enabling efficient data transfer and a streamlined storage topology.
• Hot-swappable drive bays minimize downtime; drives can be replaced or upgraded without powering down the system, preserving business continuity.
• Backplane and chassis are designed for enterprise-grade reliability, supporting standard 3.5" HDDs and SAS drives to maximize compatibility.
• Rugged 2U rack-mountable enclosure with optimized airflow provides durable, long-term storage expansion in data centers or server rooms.

Technical Details of Bosch Drive Enclosure

• Drive Bays: 12 x 3.5" drive bays (total)
• Form Factor: 2U rack-mountable chassis
• Interface: SAS host interface for high-speed data transfer
• Backplane: 12-bay backplane designed for enterprise drives
• Drive Compatibility: Supports standard 3.5" HDDs and SAS-compatible drives
• Cooling and Power: Built with enterprise-grade cooling and power considerations suitable for dense storage deployments

How to install Bosch Drive Enclosure

Installing the Bosch Drive Enclosure is straightforward and designed to integrate with standard data center racks. Follow these steps to set up your 12-bay storage expansion and connect to your SAS-enabled server or controller:

• Mount the enclosure into a standard 19-inch data center rack using the supplied rails and hardware, ensuring ample clearance for intake and exhaust airflow.
• Connect the SAS host interface cable from your server or controller to the enclosure’s SAS port, following the connector type and cabling guidelines provided by your hardware vendor.
• Install your 3.5" drives into the 12 bays; ensure drives are seated properly and secured according to the enclosure’s drive installation procedure.
• Power on the chassis and verify drive detection in the server’s storage management software or operating system RAID utility.
• Configure RAID levels or storage pools as needed, monitor drive health, and establish alerting and maintenance routines to maximize uptime and data integrity.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: How many drives does the Bosch Drive Enclosure support? A: It supports up to 12 x 3.5" hard drives in a 2U rack-mountable chassis.
• Q: What interface does this enclosure use? A: It uses a SAS host interface to connect to your server or storage controller for high-speed data transfer.
• Q: Are the drive bays hot-swappable? A: Yes, the 12 x 3.5" bays are designed for hot-swapping to minimize downtime and maximize uptime.
• Q: Is this enclosure suitable for data center environments? A: Yes, it is built for rack-mount deployments with robust cooling and ventilation to support enterprise workloads.
• Q: What accessories come with the enclosure? A: Typical packaging includes rail kits and mounting hardware; exact contents may vary by shipment—check the product listing for specifics.